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Dog missing for 5 years reunites with family after being found 600 miles away
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· July 27, 2026
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Key takeaway The dog, Chong, escaped from his home in Lincoln, Nebraska, and was recently discovered behind a truck stop in Indiana, approximately 600 miles away.
A remarkable reunion has taken place in Nebraska, where a dog missing for over five years has been found. The dog, Chong, escaped from his home in Lincoln, Nebraska, and was recently discovered behind a truck stop in Indiana, approximately 600 miles away. Chong's journey and how he ended up in Indiana are not entirely clear, but a microchip implanted after he got loose played a crucial role in reuniting him with his family.
Further details about Chong's story can be found through local news sources, including KOLN and Gray News. The reunion is being celebrated as a miracle, with Chong's owner, Inmaculada Jackman, relieved to have her dog back home after years of searching.
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Category: library Published: July 27, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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