KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – A lost dog named Ranger has captured the hearts of more than 1 million online viewers in less than 24 hours, sparking a nationwide search to find his family and a crucial reminder about pet safety.
Ranger arrived at the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City (HSGKC) as a stray on Friday, Aug. 28, without a microchip to help identify his owners. In less than a day, his story has gone viral, with more than 15,000 people across the United States sharing his post in hopes of reuniting him with his family.
Shelter officials are using the viral spotlight to highlight a persistent issue in animal welfare: pets arriving either without microchips or with outdated registration information…