Lost pet? We search from above with thermal drones.
Scared pets hide and go quiet. They can't hide their body heat. We fly a thermal camera over the area day or night, spot the warm signature, and guide you right to them.
Prefer to text? Text us a photo of your pet and where they were last seen.
From your call to your pet, in three steps
Call or text us
Tell us about your pet and where they were last seen. Send a photo if you can. We answer 24/7.
We fly a thermal search
We come to you and search yards, fields, woods and ditches from the air, where people on foot can't see.
We guide you to them
When we spot a heat signature, we talk you in by phone so you can approach calmly and bring them home.
Lost pets hide. Their warmth doesn't.
A frightened dog or cat often won't come when called, even for family. They tuck under decks, into brush and along creek beds. A thermal camera sees the heat of a living animal through the dark, which is why night is often the best time to search.
Works best at night
Cool ground makes a pet's warmth stand out clearly.
Covers ground fast
One flight can check areas that would take hours on foot.
Calm for your pet
We search from a distance, so we don't chase or scare them further.
Serving Orland Park and the southwest suburbs
Not sure if you're in range? Call anyway. If we can get there, we will.
The found fee is only charged if we find them
A low search fee gets us in the air fast. The found fee keeps us fully focused on one goal: bringing your pet home. If we don't find them, you never pay it.
"Found" means we've confirmed it's your pet on camera and guided you to them.
Search fee
Callout plus up to 2 hours of thermal search, day or night
$150
Extra search time
Only if you want us to keep searching after 2 hours
$50 / hour
Found fee
Only if we find your pet
$350
Hi, I'm Naim.
I live in Homer Glen and I'm an FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot. I started Southland Thermal because scared pets hide and go quiet, and searching on foot, especially at night, walks right past them.
When you call, you talk to me, and I'm the one flying your search. I'll be honest about what thermal can and can't do, and I'll keep you updated the whole time.
Tell us about your pet
The fastest way to reach us is a call or text to 708-414-0285. You can also send the details here and we'll call you back.
While you wait
Don't chase or call loudly. Scared pets often run further.
Leave a worn piece of your clothing and some water near where they went missing.
Check close hiding spots: under decks, porches, sheds and parked cars.
Thanks. We got your request.
We'll call you back shortly at the number you gave us. If your pet was just seen or it's urgent, call or text 708-414-0285 now. It's the fastest way to reach us.
Common questions
How soon can you come?
We answer 24/7 and head out as quickly as we can. Call and we'll give you an arrival time on the phone.
Is the drone safe for my pet?
Yes. We fly high and quietly, far enough away that your pet won't be startled into running further.
Can thermal see my pet anywhere?
Thermal sees body heat, not through solid objects. It works best in open yards, fields, tree lines and brush. A pet hiding under a deck, inside a shed or under a car may be hidden from the camera, so we'll point out spots worth checking by hand. It also works best at night and in the early morning, when the ground is cool and a pet's warmth stands out.
What happens when you spot my pet?
We keep the camera on them and guide you there by phone, step by step. We don't chase or try to catch your pet. A familiar voice works better than a stranger. Once you can see them and confirm it's your pet, that counts as found.
What happens if you don't find my pet?
You pay the search fee and any extra hours you approved, and that's it. The found fee is only charged if we find your pet. We'll also tell you what we saw, which areas we cleared, and where we think your pet may be heading, so your search on foot can focus on the right spots.
How do I pay?
We accept card, Zelle or cash. The search fee is due when the search starts, and any extra hours and the found fee are due at the end.
What if the weather is bad?
We can't fly in heavy rain, snow or strong wind. If conditions aren't safe, we'll tell you right away and plan the first safe window.
Do you need permission to fly?
Our pilot is FAA Part 107 certified, and we follow FAA rules on every flight and check airspace before we launch. Some areas near airports or in forest preserves have limits, and we'll let you know if that applies.
Do you need permission to search near my neighbors' homes?
We fly from public spots or your property, and we only go onto someone's land with their permission. We use the camera to look for your pet, not at people, and we don't keep footage of anyone's home.