Reunited: Doberman Male

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2008-03-21 17:04 Mary

Sounds great, Carole - we are back at the vets on Tues & it would be great if his stitches can come out then & we can maybe start proper walks again... once he is able to walk around properly then I will suggest a couple of times that maybe will suit people & hopefully we can meet up with as many of you as possible. Suzy & Moose xx

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2008-03-21 13:37 BonBon

Following on from the previous post, as soon as Moose is up to it, perhaps we should have a 'MooseMonkey reunion walk' along all the new areas we found! Carolexxx

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2008-03-20 16:33 Skip

Hi Suzy, I have just managed to get on my computer and sort out my registration. I am soooo pleased that you found Moose, I was so worried about him, and spent extra time walking Zuka, (which he enjoyed) looking for Moose. I wandered thru parts of Swinley I have never been to, away from the main paths!!!! Its so lovely to read about his recovery too, What a lucky boy. I look forward to seeing him again on the dog walk. All the best. Kate

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2008-03-19 17:21 Starblisskiss:

Just read all the updates on Moosemonkey, so glad he is doing well and being properly spoilt lol!! great news xx

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2008-03-19 00:02 Mary

Hi BonBon - yes, MooseMonkey is being an absolutely wonderful boy & is resting up quite a bit. We are both getting far too familiar with our vets tho', having been most days for redressings, etc... even with very little walking on it the bandages tend to roll down or peel off... the stitching went well & we are managing to stop him licking them too much - we tried the head cone on him last night (a smaller one as it was only to stop him getting to the top wound) only by this morning he had managed to get it off by himself... it will be so wonderful when we can both go out for a nice long walk without worrying that bandages will get wet or stitches pulled... I call him our miracle dog & still can't really believe that soon we will be able to walk all those wonderful new paths I discovered in those 4 awful days in Swinley... xx

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2008-03-18 21:35 BonBon

Lovely family pic of you all. Thanks for the regular updates. How did the stitching go yesterday? Hope you were a good boy, MooseMonkey.

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2008-03-16 20:38 Jumanji - Co-ordinator.South.Yorkshire

awwwwwww what a lovely photo ! Its so nice to see updates on how Moose is doing. Its good to share in your happy ending xxxx Pam

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2008-03-16 17:53 npayton82

We are all so happy for you and very pleased that "Moosie" is well on the road to recovery! Love, xOx. Yve. ?Life is as dear to the mute creature as it is to a man. Just as one wants happiness and fears pain, just as one wants to live and not to die, so do other creatures.?

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2008-03-16 09:48 Titania777

Ah what a lovely photo. Moose is really a very handsome boy bless him. Glad to hear he's making a good recovery. Stay safe Moose baby.x

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2008-03-16 08:12 Yasa

Beautiful photo. Thank you. Lovely to see him like that, so loved, and spoiled now. (Not that he wasn't before, but you know what I mean.) And thank you for the updates. Sometimes when a dog has had this sort of trauma we hear nothing at all, so this has been wonderful - to share in his recovery. Stay safe Moose, and be a good boy at the vets x

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2008-03-16 06:58 Unknown

Now that my daughters are back from their universities we were finally able to get a proper 'reunited' photo - here it is... thank you again. Suzy .... e mail from owner.

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2008-03-14 13:18 Mary

MooseMonkey continuing to recover well - took him to our dog training this morning, where he loved all the extra attention & treats... as he is now (understandably) very nervous near roads, especially ones where the cars are going fast, we were given advice on how to stop this fear (no, I don't want him to go into a road again, but we do have to walk along them sometimes... lol). Daughters returned home from their universities last night & have been told the amazing story... needless to say, he is the most spoiled dog in the world at present!!! We return to the vets on Monday to have one of the wounds stitched up. x

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2008-03-13 08:39 Unknown

it is great that you let us know how Moose is progressing, so glad he is doing so well. lovely picture of dog and cat together! carry on making good progress Moose.

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2008-03-13 08:01 PaulaK

so pleased to hear he is doing well x

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2008-03-12 22:14 DogLostAunt Stef - Area Volunteer, West London

Keep healing Moosemonkey. XX

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2008-03-12 19:38 Mary

After our visit to vets today to have dressings changed, etc, Moose & I went down to Swinley for a short walk... (he is meant to excercise the leg to stop it getting too stiff) - we went into 'the Gate' then he showed me all the little routes up around where he was found (on a lead, of course!) and then we did a short circle round to the left, left & left again back to the gate... I was worried that he would be tense either near the entrance or in the forest... but no - he was quite happy to be back (but even on the extension lead - stayed pretty close!!!) - we go back to vets on Fri & then on Monday he will have the wound on this thigh stitched - the other one simply doesn't have enough skin to stitch so it will just have to remain bandaged up as it heals... My daughters come back from uni tomorrow & will be told the story on the way home - I am sure it will be a very emotional homecoming. xxx

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2008-03-12 17:09 BonBon

Just returned from my first visit to Swinley Forest since Sunday. Lovely to see your FOUND ALIVE and thank you notice on the gate, Suzy. Great way of letting all the dog walkers know the good news. Can't believe all the forestry work that has taken place in a few days. Looked like a different place. Do hope MooseMonkey is continuing to make good progress, with the help of Tiger, of course.

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2008-03-12 14:06 doglady

What a lovely Photo of MOOSEMONKEY and his loving friend, I just like to know when walking MOOSEMONKEY do you shout out this name when you want him to come back,LoL.

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2008-03-12 10:58 Jumanji - Co-ordinator.South.Yorkshire

Wonderful to read the update that Moosemonkey is on the mend. Lovely photo off him with his little buddy ........so cute ! Pam xxx

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2008-03-12 10:19 Millys Mum

That's just wonderful news that Moosemonkey hasn't suffered any serious injuries. I'm just so happy for you all and what a lovely photo of Moosemonkey (now, how DID he get that name?) with his 'brother', Tiger. And so lovely to hear that Tiger is helping to tend his wounds - what a little sweetie (how we wish ours would get on like that!). Hope Moosemonkey was a brave boy at the vets yesterday morning. Looking forward to the next photo!

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2008-03-12 09:49 Sally Nicholson-Fisher

Brilliant news that Moosemonkey is recovering well. If he's anything like any of my crew, that collar won't last 5 minutes. It would be lovely to see a reunion photo. I love his name! Love from Sally and family and dogs - Skip a de doodah the killer dog, Crystalina Ballerina, Wham Bam Stimpy Sam and Bee Bopalula. x

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2008-03-12 09:34 Yasa

Awh !! Bless, Just look at that !!! x

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2008-03-12 08:43 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Well that reunited piccie was worth waiting for. Great he is on the mend. Jan x

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2008-03-12 08:26 Mary

The photo of MooseMonkey & Tiger was actually taken before he disappeared - but the two of them keep touching noses & Tiger was licking Moose's paws when he first arrived back, but naturally we didn't have the camera to hand... so I sent this so you could all see how much his 'littlest brother' missed him!

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2008-03-12 07:46 Unknown

As promised-photo on site.

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2008-03-11 22:25 Yasa

Thank you for the lovely updates Suzy, and for your call Carole. Very much appreciated, and so lovely to here all is well. I see he wont look at the camera in case he has to take his eyes off Mum. What a huge solid dog he looks. I am so glad he is ok, bless him, and will look forward to the other photo soon. Stay safe and well now Moosey x

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2008-03-11 22:16 BonBon

Hey Moose, you lovely boy. Don't you look good. Thanks Suzy for the new photo. Will also look forward to Jayne putting up the one with the cat.

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2008-03-11 19:14 Unknown

Here is what we have been waiting for-Moosie home and looking very much alive and well. Now tomorrow I am going to put on site the other reaalaaally cute photo of Moose curled up to the cat!!!LOL!

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2008-03-11 11:11 Unknown

Thanks for the updates Suzy-so glad MooseMonkey has not suffered from internal injuries. I am sure we would all love to see a reunited photo of you and Moose.

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2008-03-11 08:03 Mary

Oops - submitted without typing comment... yes, Dobies are often called 'velcro dogs' & he is definitely being my shadow at present - tho' he was at the vets most of yesterday... we are back there again today at 11 where hopefully he will not need to have more anesthetic to have his wound cleaned - no food this morning though 'just in case'... luckily we did not have to use the nose cone - I was only given it if we had a real problem last night - it must be made for a St Bernard or New Foundland or something like that, it is so big... but his nose is just so long that the smaller one would be useless... I will try & get a pic up of Moose with his 'rugby colours' on or maybe one with his reunion with 'Tiger' (our cat). No, we have not told our daughters yet - they are home from their universities on Thurs & I think they will still worry too much if they can't really see that he is fine... I still don't believe it & I am with him!!! I also want to just say thank you to Becky & Neil, who kept me going with their story of Shag who went missing last year from the same area, Polly & family, Starblisskiss, Eagle-eyed Carole, & EVERYONE else for all your help & support. Suzyxx

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2008-03-10 21:24 BonBon

This is absolutely FANTASTIC news. I am so pleased for you all and very relieved. I have somehow managed to stop myself phoning you today to see how he is as I still can't believe he has come through all of this. He deserves all the love, tlc, and spoiling he can get for being such a brave boy. The description of his bandage and nose cone is great. How about a photo on site so that we can all see your lovely boy dressed as an all-England rugby player? Suzy, you deserve to be on a high after this. Have you told your daughters yet? Love to you all - Carole

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2008-03-10 21:22 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Suzy, thanks for the update and great to see he is going to be fine, what a soldier he is. He must look so pitiful in his big head collar, has he got the knack of not knocking into doors yet and eating his food? Bet he is sticking to you like glue and you now have another shadow. Jan x

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2008-03-10 20:45 Mary

Hi - it is MooseMonkey & Suzy again... well having spent most of today at our vets, Moose is back home again - he has had a full battery of tests, x-ray's etc & amazingly really is fine!!! Well the gashes are nasty & are quite badly infected so we will be visiting the vets regularly for the next few days for the wounds to be cleaned up - possibly under anesthetic again :-( - and redressed... but those will heal up... nothing broken & no internal injuries! YEAH!!! Hopefully he will stay away from his bandages as the nose cone I have been given (just in case) is SO HUGE - no really, unbelievably huge... he is being given lots of TLC (of course) - new blanket, new toy & even a celebration home made liver cake... He has a full length bandage (which is red, blue & white - looks like an all-England Rugby player!) - I am just on a constant high - can't believe he is home & doing so well! - I really can't stop thanking you all! Hopefully, one day soon, we will be back walking about & will be able to thank some of you in person. xxx

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2008-03-10 17:12 peaches 101

Such wonderful news. Ho so pleased to hear and read this......Welcome home Moosemonkey.....no more wanderings now....Stay close to owner. Great work everyone...You're all Brilliant and wonderful People! God bless you all. xxx

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2008-03-10 10:43 Sally Nicholson-Fisher

what a fantastic story, and what a survivor. Brilliant name too. x

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2008-03-10 09:14 DogLostCJ - Police Liaison & SE Regional Coordinator

Brilliant news- well done to all who worked so hard on this one. Welcome back home Moose- hope with some TLC you are back on top form soon XX

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2008-03-09 22:10 Starblisskiss:

WOOO HOOOO!!!!! so so pleased to see this boy back in the blue. We went up and searched from 7 - 8.30 this morning but not as eagle eyed as Bon Bon, really well done. xxx

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2008-03-09 18:35 UNKNOWN

Too far away to help but have been following this avidly.Brilliant to see Moose in the blue!!

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2008-03-09 17:48 Jumanji - Co-ordinator.South.Yorkshire

FANTASTIC !!!!!! what wonderful news to read ! Absololutely delighted for Moosemonkey and his family. welldone to all who have worked so hard to get this boy back home. I hope his check up goes well at the vets tomorrow. welcome home handsome boy and stay safe from now on xx

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2008-03-09 17:45 Mary

A note to 'Hello Janey' & anyone else who isn't sure about the urine trails... I truely believe they do work - at first I also questioned going to that extent... but believe me after a day or 2 of all day searching in an absolutely MASSIVE forest... well I was prepared to try anything... AND IT PAID OFF - I am sure that is one of the reasons he did find his way back. Once again - thank you everyone for all your help & special thanks to eagle eyed Carole! (ps - I would certainly recommend collect your urine before heading off for the woods -) lol...

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2008-03-09 17:06 ANWI

Great news. Well done guys! x

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2008-03-09 16:16 Millys Mum

Like everyone else, I was absolutely over the moon to come back in and see Moose (love the name!) in the Blue. Well done to everyone who put jobs aside to poster and join in the search. What a brilliant reward for all your hard work! I have been really worried about this handsome boy, expecially when I read what had happened to him, but it just goes to show doesn't it? I'm very happy for Moose's owners and, as for Moosemonkey, please do not go near those nasty, busy roads - just stay close to Mum & Dad. Hope you all have a lovely, relaxing evening and perhaps a glass or two of wine to celebrate!!!

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2008-03-09 15:35 Yasa

WooooooooHoooooooooo!!!!!! This is just THE BEST !!! The best news to come home to. Thank you so much jan for your text. I couldn't wait to get the PC on, and have been reading all the messages through tears. Well done everyone, and especially BonBon for being at the right place at the right time. I bet you looked more than twice when you saw him there. I am just so thrilled that you have got him back Suzy, and he seems to be ok !! It just shows how strong some of these dogs are, and we must never give up. But also I must say a very big well done to Susanne, who has listened to all our advise, and followed it to the letter. You see, together, we CAN do this, and we will succeed. I am just so over the moon. Can't wait for more news and a reunion photo when Moose has been checked over. Again, well done everyone on here who has helped spread the word and have searched. Top job, absolutely !! I am so pleased to be able to say WELCOME HOME MOOSEMONKEY x

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2008-03-09 14:39 doglady

Oh lovely news well done everyone to get this lovely boy back, dogs are so good at bouncing back, and it proves you should always go back to where they went from because they always go back to that area, they do smell out there old and the owners scent. Hope he will be on the mend soon.

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2008-03-09 14:19 DogLostAngus

Wonderful news that this big boy is back home - so worried about him when I read that he was hit by 2 big 4X4'S. Hope that the Vet check goes well tomorrow and that he gets the all clear. Owners must be delighted with the return of their boy.

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2008-03-09 14:08 BonBon

No, not proud ~ just relieved and happy for Moosemonkey and his mum.

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2008-03-09 13:56 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Suzy and BonBon, thanks for the lovely updates. BonBon, well done, you must feel so proud and on cloud nine. Jan x

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2008-03-09 13:49 BonBon

Have only just returned - had car problems and had to wait for the AA! This is a fantastic outcome and a just reward for all the owner's hard work and determination. If I hadn't been delayed by a neighbour as I was leaving then I might not have seen him STANDING on top of the bracken looking down and across watching, just like you see photos of stags. Could hardly believe my eyes. For a dog who has been through so much since 10.00am on Wednesday morning it was unbelievable to see him so bright, alert and trotting normally as he moved from one side of the path to the other before stopping and watching again until Suzanne arrived. Suzy, I do hope you have got your breath back now - that 10 minute run you made through the forest after my phone call shows you are equally as fit as he looked! I sincerely hope the full check up tomorrow confirms that he is ok apart from the obvious wounds. Whilst waiting for the AA man, I managed to get the nearest posters down and spoke to anyone going in and asked them to remove any they saw. Spoke to a lady who was coming out of the forest after searching whilst walking her two dachshunds and gave her the good news (one of these dogs, missing up north for 3 weeks, was on here a while back!). AA man, who arrived whilst this was on-going and fixed the car, was very interested and I did my best to persuade him to sign up as a helper! Moosemonkey - enjoy all the extra tlc and fuss you will be receiving but perhaps cut back on licking your mum so much and definitely do not head back onto that road again. Suzy - do let us all know how he gets on tomorrow. Take care. Carole

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2008-03-09 13:06 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

Fantastic news. So glad this boy is home. xx

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2008-03-09 12:52 Sylvie

fab news!!! just please confirm who did the urine trails?? not sure about that one -)

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2008-03-09 12:27 PaulaK

Brilliant news - I was so worried about this one. Hope vets check goes well. Thanks to all that searched x Welcome back Moosemonkey (youve got to love that name!) x

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2008-03-09 12:26 Mary

THANK YOU, THANK YOU to everyone for all their help over the last few awful days... Moose is now at home having seen our normal vet - he has been given antibiotics & anti-inflamatory injections as he has some bad gashes on his hind legs but they thought the best thing was for him to come home with us today - he goes back in tomorrow morning for a thorough check. He was found back near the original area he bolted from - about 150m from the gate in the wooded area to the right. For anyone who has a missing dog, even if they have been injured, PLEASE DO NOT GIVE UP HOPE! Listen to all the advise, lay the urine trails, etc. THANK YOU AGAIN - xxx Moose, Suzy & Peter xxx

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2008-03-09 12:03 Polpat

That is so fantastic!! I have just come back from looking for Moose with my son. We met the owner and she was just off looking. We were so sorry to have to leave without having spotted him. To come back and see that he has been found is just brilliant news. I am SOOO pleased for you!! Polly

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2008-03-09 12:03 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Fantastic news to see Moosemonkey is now safely home, must have been a lovely sight for the finder to see him lying by owners clothing . Well done to everyone who has helped owners in their search. Jan x

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2008-03-09 11:35 Unknown

Well done everyone Moose Monkey was found by Bonbon right next to owners urine soaked shirt she had left out. Other helpers and a dog he knew well kept him in the area until owner arrived to be covered in licks by MooseMonkey. Owner and Moose on their way to the emergency vets to give him a check over.

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2008-03-09 10:30 Hotdog&chips

Worth calling Bracknell Dog Warden - I know he takes any strays to Battersea Old Windsor, have e-mailed copy of poster over this morning - any dog is scanned on arrival at Battersea and hopefully they would pick up chip

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2008-03-09 08:25 Mary

Thanks Yasa - will cook up the liver I bought for him on Wed morning, into 'liver cakes' (his favourite treat), and try taking it up there

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2008-03-08 22:49 Yasa

Have you got any sausages or chicken, tripe, or anything like that which you could carry with you, and also put some down where he was last seen. I know you dont know where he is but its worth trying anything and I remember Tom the lurcher following a policeman or postman on a bike for miles because he could smell his sandwiches. Dogs often seem to double back so it is possible he will come back the way he went.

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2008-03-08 22:40 Mary

Thanks Yasa & PolPat - Chobham Vet (Sunnigdale) were called - will try the other 3 you both mentioned on Mon morning (well hopefully won't have to!) - I don't actually believe he will have left the part of Swinley Forest that he ran off in as it is boarded by major roads & such a large dog is hard to miss... however I think my brother-in-law is putting up posters there 'just in case'... Sadly, that bit is SO large anyway and there are SO many shrubs, etc that he could be hiding under... and being black & tan makes it so very much harder...

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2008-03-08 22:36 BonBon

Thanks for the update, MooseMonkey. Polpat - it is possible that he did find a gap and cross the road ~ just don't know. It's just a case of as many people as possible searching. I will be back to the sighting area tomorrow morning for a while. My mobile will be on - 0777 1643316. Would be so good if we could have a search party all working together so any helpers out there who could spare some time please come and help.

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2008-03-08 22:22 cosmicveggie

just to let you know that i saw a poster up at Pet Doctors in Woking today...

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2008-03-08 22:17 Yasa

Moosemonkey, see my post right at the beginning of the page. There are only 3 vets you still need to worry about contacting. Have faxed or emailed the others. You are doing such a brilliant organised job that if anyone deserves to find their dog you do. I think as you have notified so many people you will get a good turnout tomorrow. Dog people are always so supportive, and I am praying you will get some good news. Come on you monkey, just give us a clue where you are boy x

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2008-03-08 22:08 Polpat

Do you think he may have crossed the A322 and gone over into Bracknell (now called Swinley I think) Forest? If so, it is worth speaking to the rangers at The Look Out (off the B3430 - Nine Mile Ride). Loads of people go there at weekends and may see something. I can look in that area tomorrow if you think it likely?

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2008-03-08 21:57 Polpat

There is also Sunninghill Vet Clinic. 01344 299888 www.sunningvet.co.uk

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2008-03-08 21:55 Polpat

My husband is going there about 8.15 tomorrow morning with one of our dogs and will be on the golf course and will then look around the area you have described. He's also taking posters to hand out to people on the golf course. I will go to the area you described mid moring with 2 more dogs abit later so will also look around that area. Dogs do seem to like golf clubs because they are a good source of food.

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2008-03-08 21:52 Mary

My husband just gave me list of the vets, etc he contacted: Bagshot Vets, Kynnoks Vets (spelling could be wrong on that - he just told me that one), Sunnigdale Vets, Binfield Dog Rescue, Pine Ridge Dog Rescue, Bracknell Dog Warden, Belmeade (Battersea Dogs Home, Old Windsor), Sunninghill Dog Pound, Forest House, RSPCA & Moore Cottege Vets.

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2008-03-08 21:45 Mary

Thank you so much to everyone that has been helping us - sadly, so far, no more sightings of Moose (MooseMonkey) since Wed... We have notified vets & dog shelters in area, also doberman rescue, police, dog warden, lumber yard, golf club (caddy office & shop), forest rangers & cranbourne dog training school. Have contacted possible sniffer dog people (Animal Search UK) however, their dogs aren't ready yet - am also trying another lead for sniffer dog(s) (Nigel Edwards) however, so far no reply from msg left - also, tried that Terrier Club number BonBon gave me, but no answer & no msg taking facility - will try again in the morning... Have taken all of Jayne's advice on board & have left 'trails'... BonBon asked that I describe his probable route... We came in for walk at approx 9:45am on Wed (5/3/08) - I let him off lead (as normal) a little way in from gate off Swinley Rd (B3017 - hump back bridge end) - he bolted back for gate, went under the low bar near swing gate & into rd - I didn't see but am told that transit van & 4x4 both hit him, he ran back in past me & down 1st path. At end he took 2nd path along (not the pipeline one) till the 5 path star glade at end. There he turn left (9 o'clock-ish) up narrow path to where there is semi-circle of trees at the hard core path. There he turned right & ran down that. The woman who saw him said she thought he had vered left into the woods there. Later there were 2 possible sightings on golf course - 1 by grounds men @ approx 12:40 - I think near either 5th or 12th hole going up grassy path towards the 16th hole. Sorry - this is a bit long... Again thank you for all your help x

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2008-03-08 19:58 Starblisskiss:

Sorry we couldn't spend more time tonight, will have an hour or so in the morning first thing so will take my three back up then to try and find him. my schedule's back to normal on Monday so can help more from then although of course hoping for good news tomorrow. Call if we can do anything 07941 969 414. Really hoping this boy gets back home safe and sound soon. xx

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2008-03-08 18:57 BonBon

Husband and I have just returned from another search but still no joy. Met up with owner, Suzzanne, and also bumped into Starblisskiss who arrived with her 3 dogs to search as we were just leaving. Thanks to Yasa for all the advice given which has been passed on to owner. Have asked owner to post on here who has been contacted to avoid duplication.(assume registration is activated?) The golf club does know but handing out posters will be appreciated. Perhaps suggest a walk in the woods after a round of golf? LOTS OF HELP NEEDED here as vast area to cover and, although possible, there is no guarantee Moose has stayed in the area last sighted. For anyone who is looking, he was hit on the B3017 just by the bridge and managed to get back into the forest through a small gap by the small swing gate and then kept running straight ahead before turning left. (Suzzanne - perhaps you could describe the probable route better).

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2008-03-08 18:14 Yasa

Please, yes, do take posters to the golf club, but more than anything the family are asking people to come forward to help with the search. Fear is that the dog is badly injured, and needs to be found. if anyone are members of any dog clubs that would bring their dogs out first light tomorrow morning to help search it would be much appreciated. Perhaps some telephone calls could be made to arrange to get some people together in the morning.

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2008-03-08 18:05 Polpat

Sorry, meant to say he is playing there tomorrow so will take posters then. In fact he has to go there now, so is going to have a look around before it is dark.

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2008-03-08 17:42 Polpat

Has anyone been into the golf club? Are there posters there? I am at the golf club tomorrow if not, and can take some with me. In any event will have a good look over the surrounding area. My husband plays there and can take posters with him to hand out while he is playing.

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2008-03-08 16:44 BonBon

Yasa - thanks for that. I have sent you a pM

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2008-03-08 16:42 Unknown

Thanx Bonbon!

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2008-03-08 15:29 Yasa

That has now been done. Poor boy has probably stiffened up from his knocks, and is now lying low. You may find he does this for a couple of days before he ventures out again. Best everyone use the time for continued postering for when the sightings start to come in. Thanks for your help Bonbon.

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2008-03-08 15:22 Yasa

Thanks for the update BonBon. I will add the number to the poster.

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2008-03-08 15:02 BonBon

Have just got back after spending a good 2 1/2 hours searching but no joy. Confirmed sightings immediately after accident but nothing definite since. Spoke with owner via mobiles and met up with her brother-in-law, Paul. They have really done a lot of work. Own posters up throughout woods and also handing out business size cards to everyone they see. Lots of dog walkers about, all very aware. Spoke with some of the pipeworkers and they are keeping eyes open - one said he had taken a drive round at about 07.00 today. Will try to go back out again later but as this is such a vast area with lots of undergrowth as well as paths, it is a bit like looking for a needle in a haystack. Sniffer/search dogs would be ideal! Anyone know of any in this part of the world? ADDITIONAL CONTACT NUMBER is owner's mobile 07877 463444 which her brother-in-law said I could put on site. Carole

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2008-03-08 11:02 BonBon

Have just spoken to owner's brother who is manning the phone. He tells me owner is out searching again now and has already put up posters. The Berkshire Golf Club (didn't know it even existed!) is located in the corner right near the Swinley Bottom Roundabout on the A322 which runs to Bracknell or Bagshot/M3 junction 3. Swinley Forest is a vast area and has a railway line running through it, majority of which should be fenced off. Husband walked Whitmoor Bog side this morning (before I had ascertained exact location of the golf club) and saw and heard nothing. Believe there is a lot of pipe laying preparation work going on in the area at the moment. Will go out and try to find owners and help in their search. My printer is still down so can't print off any posters but hopefully owner will have some.

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2008-03-08 10:42 Unknown

Posters e mailed out to 200 local helpers.

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2008-03-08 10:09 Unknown

Thanks!

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2008-03-08 09:38 Starblisskiss:

I work at Sunninghill Vets and we got the fax about him this morning so will be on look out for Moose. Open till 4 today. fingers crossed her turns up safe very soon

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2008-03-08 09:22 Not known

Photo now on site

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2008-03-07 23:34 Yasa

I have managed to fax or email the details of Moosemonkey's accident to the nearest 25 vets apart from three with no fax nos. The three that need contacting are also quite close to that area. They are Chobham Veterinary Clinic Sunningdale 01344 620504 ~~ Lynton House Veterinary Group Bagshot 01276 73516~~ and Forest House Veterinary Group Egham 01784 434675. May be open Sat morning for a short while. I hope this boy will be Ok.

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2008-03-07 21:58 doglady

owner should look for any where that may be like a woody or park area where he may hide under bushes or even run into someones garden and is laying low poster like mad he may be running scared. hope he is found soon.

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