Lost something in New Braunfels? Report it once and we'll find it for you.
One report reaches the New Braunfels Police Department, local businesses, and active community channels. Then we monitor the web automatically for months, so you don't have to check every day.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter to police, shelters, and local shops.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to New Braunfels PD, Animal Shelter (if a pet), relevant businesses, and we notify local lost & found networks.
Automated monitoring finds matches
Our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and web listings continuously for 12 months. The moment a match appears, we alert you, so you stay informed without doing the searching yourself.
Where Lost Items & Pets Go in New Braunfels
Know your options, and let us handle the coordination.
New Braunfels Police Department
The NBPD accepts lost property reports, including lost phones and personal items. You can file online or call the non-emergency line. We identify which precinct covers your loss location and prepare the exact details your report should include.
New Braunfels City Hall
The city government can direct you to lost property procedures and connect you with municipal services. City Hall is a starting point if your item was lost at a public facility or event.
Animal Shelter & Humane Society
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, the Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area holds animals found within city limits and Comal County. They keep strays longer if your pet is microchipped and registered. We notify the shelter on your behalf and monitor their intake listings continuously. file a priority lost pet report.
Local Hotels & Businesses
Comfort Suites and other hotels in New Braunfels maintain lost & found departments for guest items. We guide you to the right front desk contact and can help flag your description with local merchants.
New Braunfels Municipal Airport
If you lost something during travel, the airport's lost & found holds items. For flights originating elsewhere, San Antonio International Airport (about 30 miles away) also has a dedicated lost & found system we can help you navigate.
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Getting started takes just a few minutes.
The sooner you report, the sooner we begin monitoring. Your information stays private, and our team works behind the scenes to reunite you with what you've lost.
Report my lost item →Whether you left your keys at a restaurant, misplaced your phone downtown, or your dog wandered off near the Guadalupe River, New Braunfels has multiple places where lost items and pets end up. The problem: police records, animal shelters, local Facebook groups, and individual businesses don't talk to each other. You end up calling the shelter one day, checking Facebook the next, and hoping someone posts your belongings online.
ReportLost simplifies the entire process. File one report with us, and we notify the New Braunfels Police Department, the Humane Society, local merchants, and community channels automatically. Then our team keeps watching public platforms, classifieds, and social media for you, month after month, so you can focus on your day instead of endlessly searching online.
Common places to lose items in New Braunfels
Our monitoring covers all of them.
Downtown New Braunfels & Landa Street
The heart of the city, with shops, restaurants, and City Hall. Items left at cafes, retail stores, and public restrooms often end up with local lost & found.
Guadalupe River & Recreation Areas
A popular destination for tubing, parks, and outdoor activities. Wallets, phones, and personal items are frequently lost along river access points and parking areas.
Seguin Street & Main Corridor
The main commercial strip with gas stations, pharmacies, and quick stops. Items lost at these locations typically go to store management or are posted on local groups.
Interstate 35 Corridor
The major highway running through the city, including rest stops and service areas where travelers often leave belongings.
Canyon Lake Area
Just north of New Braunfels, this lake and surrounding parks see many lost items during weekend recreation and family outings.
Local channels where found items get posted
We monitor these daily so you don't have to.
Facebook community for lost and found animals across the area
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost pets with owners
Reddit community for New Braunfels residents discussing local issues and found items
Neighborhood app where neighbors post found items and lost pet alerts
Local buying and selling where found items are sometimes posted
Questions about losing items in New Braunfels
How long does the police department hold lost property?
New Braunfels PD maintains records of lost items reported through their system. Items held by individual businesses vary by their policy, typically 30 to 90 days. Our monitoring checks for your item across all known locations, so timing is less critical once your report is filed with us.
If I lost a pet, how long do I have to claim it?
The Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area holds stray animals for a set period, which is extended if your pet is microchipped and registered. Call them at (830) 629-5287 to check immediately, and file your lost pet report with us so we monitor intakes continuously.
Does reporting to ReportLost replace filing a police report?
No. ReportLost files your information with the police department on your behalf and coordinates with other local services. A formal police report is still made, but we handle the submission and ongoing monitoring so you don't have to track multiple agencies.
What if I lost something at the airport?
New Braunfels Municipal Airport has a lost & found. If your item traveled through San Antonio International Airport, they also maintain records. We can help you file with both and monitor their systems for matches.
How do I know if someone found my item?
Once you file with us, our system scans local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, marketplaces, and business postings automatically for 12 months. The moment a credible match is detected, we send you an alert with details so you can claim it immediately.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
No, we're an independent service that works alongside official city agencies. We're not affiliated with New Braunfels PD, the city government, or the Humane Society, but we coordinate with all of them on your behalf to improve your chances of recovery.
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Ready to find what you lost?
The sooner your report is in the system, the sooner our team and the community can help. File your report now and let the monitoring begin.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or a substitute for the New Braunfels Police Department, City of New Braunfels, Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area, or any other local agency or business mentioned on this page. We coordinate with these organizations on your behalf, but filing with us does not replace contacting them directly if you need immediate assistance. Always call 911 for emergencies.