 But Autumn didn't take the bait until mid-June when she was finally reunited with her owner. Some tips from Toussaint about what to do if your dog takes off. Get on your local Nextdoor, get on your community Facebook page, post a picture of your pet. And slap the word reward at the top of that message and flyers. It boosts visibility by 70%, says Toussaint. And finally, don't despair.