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Dog Survives 35 Days Lost in Yellowstone Wilderness
15 Oct
Summary
- Luna, a dog, was lost in Yellowstone for over a month.
- Rescuers used a special trap with a doghouse to capture her.
- Luna is expected to make a full recovery despite weight loss.
Luna, a 10-year-old Jack Russel Terrier Chihuahua mix, was successfully rescued from Yellowstone National Park after being lost for over a month. She initially escaped from a locked cabin in Canyon Village on September 10, 2026, due to a housekeeping error. Her owners, who returned to California, worked with rescuers from Norris Ark Training & Recovery Center.
The search for Luna was a complex undertaking, with rescuers facing the challenge of closing access roads and potential severe weather as autumn progressed. Despite numerous sightings around Canyon Village, Luna evaded capture. Rescuers had a low expectation of success but were determined to find her before winter set in.
On October 14, 2026, Luna was finally discovered sheltering in a specially designed live trap that included a doghouse. She had lost approximately 10 pounds and exhibited some anomalies in her bloodwork but is expected to make a full recovery under veterinary care. Luna's survival is attributed to the park's numerous hiding places and abundant water sources.
