The Lost and Found Economy of NYC's Pet Detectives In New York City's concrete jungle, where steel skyscrapers pierce the sky and sidewalks swarm with humanity, a peculiar industry has emerged: pet detection.
Jim Tierney, a self proclaimed "pet tracker," has dedicated his life to reuniting lost pets with their anxious owners, boasting over 250 successful cases under his belt.
Tierney's work suggests that New Yorkers are increasingly relying on pets as surrogate family members and emotional crutches.