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Thermal Lost Pet & Livestock Search

Professional thermal drone search for lost pets and livestock in Central Pennsylvania. We find animals that ground searchers can't — in darkness, dense cover, and difficult terrain.

Call Now: (717) 925-0179 How It Works

Lost a pet or animal? Don't wait — thermal imaging works best in the first hours.

(717) 925-0179

What We Do

Thermal Search Services

We use DJI Matrice 4TD thermal imaging technology to locate animals invisible to the naked eye — in darkness, dense cover, and difficult terrain.

DJI Matrice 4TD on launch pad ready for search deployment

Lost Pet Recovery

Systematic thermal aerial search for missing dogs, cats, and companion animals. We cover fields, woodlines, wetlands, and wooded properties — day or night.

Starting at $250

DJI Matrice 4TD thermal and visual camera close-up

Livestock Recovery

Aerial thermal search for cattle, horses, sheep, goats, and other escaped or missing livestock across fields, fencerows, and neighboring properties.

Starting at $250

The Process

How a Search Works

From your call to drone-in-air in as little as 90 minutes.

01

Call Us First

Reach us by phone. We'll ask for your location, the animal's description, last known area, and relevant details. Payment is collected on-scene prior to flight.

02

We Deploy

We head to you within our 90-minute service radius. We'll confirm an ETA on the call and keep you updated en route.

03

Thermal Search

We conduct a systematic aerial search using the Matrice 4TD thermal camera. Our real-time feed detects heat signatures invisible to the naked eye, even in darkness or heavy cover.

04

Real-Time Guidance

When we have a thermal hit, we guide you or ground searchers to the location in real time. We work alongside you until the search is complete.

Side-by-side comparison of thermal imaging and visual camera views of Central Pennsylvania farmland

Thermal (left) vs. visual camera (right) — same location, same moment

DJI RC Pro controller and ground station monitor showing live aerial feed during a search operation

Live feed on the DJI RC Pro controller and ground monitor during active search

Transparent Pricing

Search Rates

Flat-rate pricing based on travel distance. Payment collected on-scene prior to flight.

Base Search Package

$250

2-hour search · travel within 45 min of Stevens, PA included

  • —Up to 2 hours of on-site aerial search
  • —Thermal + visual camera (DJI Matrice 4TD)
  • —Real-time guidance to ground team
  • —Post-search debrief

Additional Fees

Extended Search Time+$100 / hrAfter the base 2-hour package
After-Hours Premium+$50Searches beginning 10 PM – 6 AM
Travel: 45–60 min+$50From Stevens, PA
Travel: 60–75 min+$75From Stevens, PA
Travel: 75–90 min+$100From Stevens, PA

Payment required prior to flight operations. Accepted methods: cash (no fee), Square or PayPal Business (3% processing fee added at time of payment). If weather curtails an active search, a partial refund is issued for unused flight time rounded down to the nearest whole hour at $100/hr. If we are unable to deploy, you owe nothing.

Where We Fly

Service Area

We serve a 90-minute radius from Stevens, PA — covering most of Central Pennsylvania.

LancasterLebanonBerksDauphinChesterYorkSchuylkillMontgomery& surrounding
Not sure if you're in range? Call us anyway — if we can get to you safely and legally, we will.

Before We Arrive

Pet Parent Checklist

While you're waiting for us to arrive, use this checklist to get ready. The more prepared you are, the faster we can begin the search.

Charged Phone with Google Maps

Make sure your cell phone is charged and has Google Maps available. We'll use it to send you real-time location information when we get a thermal hit.

A Capable Adult for Recovery

Have a capable adult on standby to physically assist in retrieving your pet once located. This should be someone your pet is familiar with and comfortable approaching.

Appropriate Clothing & Gear

Wear sturdy footwear suitable for rough terrain and dress for the weather. Bring a flashlight — especially for night searches. You may be walking fields, woodlines, or uneven ground.

Phone Off Silent

Keep your phone on and audible at all times. When we spot a heat signature we may need to reach you immediately to coordinate ground retrieval — every second counts.

Leash, Crate, or Carrier

Have a leash, crate, or carrier ready for recovery. For cats and small animals, a carrier is essential. Bring treats or a favorite toy — familiar scents and rewards help coax a frightened animal.

Hold Ground Searchers

Ask any ground searchers to pause and hold their positions until we have eyes in the air. Foot traffic through the search area can push a hiding animal further away and create confusing heat signatures on the thermal feed.

Common Questions

What to Know Before You Call

Can you guarantee you'll find my animal?+

No, and we'll never make that promise. Thermal drone search significantly improves the odds of locating a missing animal — especially in darkness and dense terrain — but outcomes depend on many factors including how long ago the animal went missing, terrain, weather, and animal behavior.

When is the best time to call?+

As soon as possible. Thermal search is most effective in the first few hours after an animal goes missing. Night searches are particularly effective because ambient temperatures drop, making heat signatures stand out more clearly.

Do you fly at night?+

Yes. Night searches are often our most effective — thermal contrast is sharper after dark. An after-hours premium of $50 applies for searches beginning between 10 PM and 6 AM.

How quickly can you get to me?+

We aim to be on-site within 90 minutes for locations within our service radius. We're a part-time operation and cannot always guarantee immediate response — call to check availability.

What do I need to have ready when you arrive?+

Have a recent photo of your animal and any favorite toys or scent items ready. Know the last confirmed sighting location and time. A client or designated representative must be present at the start of search operations. If your animal is located, recovery and containment are your responsibility — we do not provide physical animal capture, herding, or containment services.

When do I pay?+

Payment is collected on-scene prior to the start of flight operations. We accept cash (no fee), Square, and PayPal Business. A 3% processing fee applies to Square and PayPal payments. No deposit required to dispatch.

Can you fly over private property?+

We fly legally within FAA regulations. For searches that extend over neighboring property, we'll work with you to obtain verbal consent where possible. We'll discuss realistic search coverage during the intake call.