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Safe at Home! Missing Tennessee Dog Garrett Located in Massac County and Reunited with Family

/ WMOK

Jun 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM

Alexis and Garrett – Photo received at WMOK by Alexis

WMOK – Metropolis, IL – A stressful, two-week search has ended in pure joy for a traveling Tennessee family, thanks to a heartwarming local reunion.

Garrett, the beloved dog who vanished on May 30th during a travel stop near Fort Massac State Park off Highway 45, has officially been located safe and sound.

His human, Alexis Womack, made the drive north from Gallatin, Tennessee up to Massac County earlier this week to officially pick up her furry companion and bring him back home.

The happy ending brings immense relief to the family and to the community members who kept their eyes peeled along the roadsides and local trails. Garrett is now safely back where he belongs, resting up after his unexpected Southernmost Illinois adventure in Massac County.

Safe at Home! Missing Tennessee Dog Garrett Located in Massac County and Reunited with Family

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - A stressful, two-week search has ended in pure joy for a traveling Tennessee family, thanks to a heartwarming local reunion. Garrett, the beloved dog who vanished on May 30th during a travel stop near Fort Massac State Park off Highway 45, has officially been located safe and sound. His human, A...

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