This is a case of **present perfect simple and present perfect continuous.** > We use the present perfect continuous to emphasise the duration of an action which started in the past. For finished actions we use the present perfect simple. >**I've been looking for my dog.** (I still look for him now.) >**I've looked for my dog.** (I don't necessarily look for my dog any longer.) >**Present perfect simple or present perfect continuous?** > We use the present perfect simple, not continuous: > - if the action is finished and complete. >**I've written a letter.** >- if we want to say how often an action has happened. >**She's broken her leg three times.** In summary **he buscado a mi perro** y **he estado buscando a mi perro** don't mean the same.