Luna, dog missing in Yellowstone for a month, is reunited with her owners
Summary
Luna, a 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier, was missing for over a month in Yellowstone National Park before being caught safely in a live trap and reunited with her family. She was underweight but alert when found, and had survived alone in the park’s wilderness despite dangers from wild animals.Key Facts
- Luna escaped from her family’s cabin in Yellowstone on September 10 when housekeeping accidentally opened the door.
- She was seen crossing roads, walking in employee housing, and entering lodges, showing survival instincts.
- Volunteers used a live trap baited with the family’s scent to catch Luna after many days of searching.
- Luna was examined by a veterinarian who confirmed she was underweight but in good condition.
- Locals and tourists calling or chasing her made Luna hide more deeply in the park.
- The rescue team avoided using food bait to prevent attracting bears or other wildlife.
- The search had a limited time frame due to the approaching cold winter weather.
- Yellowstone covers about 3,500 square miles across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho and is home to bears, wolves, and other predators.
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