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2015-02-01 13:49 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

My Cassie's story is now in animal psychic, Jackie Weaver's book "The Voice of Spirit Animals". Well done my famous baby girl. xxx

2014-08-19 00:04 Shelagh

Oh well done kimmybear. You fought and with sheer determination won the day for your darling cassie., and so many others.R.I.P sweet Cassie

2014-08-19 00:03 Shelagh

Oh well done kimmybear. You fought and with sheer determination won the day for your darling cassie., and so many others.R.I.P sweet Cassie

2014-08-18 20:51 Happiness yorkie lover xxx

Petition signed xxx well done cassie although you should be here to witness this success xxx I hope you can rest now in peace xxxxxx that you have saved more fur babies from the lines xxxxxxx

2014-08-18 17:18 Kit'sMum

Very pleased to see that your petition has been successful. We just need some time now for Network Rail to realise that dogs are also "members of the public".

2014-08-18 11:46 Esther

I wonder who insures Network rail. I would have thought they may be interested in that angle!

2014-08-18 11:35 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

You are all so lovely. Thank you. x Esther, you are so right. I tried that angle too, but you know what, even when I asked about people on the tracks, I was told they "are insured". How awful is that? It should be about prevention rather than pay-out. And Network Rail has never admitted our success. They make out it was due to signs of trespass. Well who kept telling them there was trespass???? We did! We know the truth, that's what matters. I also think the petition's thousands of signatures had something to do with it (paper & online). So many poor owners going through this same thing; sometimes it is all too hard to bear. We just have to keep trying for other parks now. Bless you all for caring and supporting us. And a bark from Cassie! :-) xxx

2014-08-18 10:53 Esther

Kimmybear, since reading about your success yesterday, I have not been able to keep you and Cassie out of my mind. I have been thinking, probably thought of by lots of people, but here goes. Network rail seems to accept they have a duty of care to people, surely a person can not just be thought of as a physical being. Surely to cause a person mental distress is also within the bounds of their responsibility, which to lose a dog in this way will clearly cause distress, especially as she was your assistant. On another note vegetation is surely not enough to stop a small child. Kimmybear, I am so pleased for your success. Cassie will always be with you.

2014-08-18 10:27 NickyB

how absolutely amazing. its unbelievable how the power of determination will win through, but boy oh boy this woman's power and determination over years has finally got her the success she deserves. so many other wonderful dogs like cassie will be safe. thankyou kim for never giving up. you are a star

2014-08-18 09:18 Meru

Congratulations and well done. I have signed the petition x

2014-08-17 22:41 #stoppettheft

Well done ! I am sharing the petition which I am sure i signed a while ago, but will check that i have done so
Far too many lives are lost this way, hopefully Cassie's Law will help save x

2014-08-17 22:30 Esther

Well done, well done, well done !!!!!!

2014-08-17 22:25 DogLostBobble - Area Co-ordinator - Somerset & East Sussex

Well done Kimmybear, now at last Cassie can rest in peace in the knowledge that her job is done.

2014-08-17 21:00 Ellie

If anyone has not yet signed Cassies Fence Campaign then please do as far too many precious dogs are lost due to railway lines

2014-08-17 20:50 DogLostSpringerMad - Area Volunteer, East Sussex

Absolutely brilliant news. Well done for all your hard work. Beautiful Cassie RIP x

2014-08-17 19:33 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

As requested by Jayne, here is the link (copy & paste it) to my Cassie's petition to fence off rail tracks in our parks and give further help to dog and owner. Please sign if you haven't already done so. This is the NATIONAL petition. (We don't need my local any more 'cos WE DID IT!). This is for all the dogs we may be able to save all over the UK, eventually. Thank you. x

http://www.change.org/en-GB/petitions/national-campaign-for-cassie-s-law-for-safer-railways-for-dog-and-owner

Last edited: 2014-08-17 19:35:55 by Kimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

2014-08-17 19:28 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Thank you, Millypod xxxx

Here is the story from the Star newspaper:
A deaf woman whose hearing dog was killed by a train when it ran on to rail lines near Harlow station has won her five-year campaign to have fencing erected along a stretch of track running near Harlow Town Park.

Kim Herbert, 55, of Altham Grove, said she was overcome with emotion when she saw Network Rail had erected the barrier.

“I was gasping for air and crying at the same time,” she said. “It was the sheer scale of the thing that knocked me off balance and the fact that we had won.”

Ms Herbert’s dog Cassie was killed after running on to the line while the pair were out walking in Maymeads Marsh in 2009.

Soon after she launched a campaign and online petition calling on Network Rail to improve safety by fencing off the stretch of track running between Harlow Town station and the Templefields industrial estate.

At first Network Rail refused to erect barriers along the path, insisting that trackside borders were fit for purpose.

Ms Herbert said: “Ever since I started this campaign Network Rail has been saying that public safety along the track was adequate, that they had no duty of care to domestic dogs and the lack of fencing was lega, despite there being no physical barrier to prevent access.

“They said vegetation was sufficient. They kept saying it was fenced with a post and wire which was very much invisible and did nothing to prevent people from accessing the track either.”

Last year Harlow Council installed safety fencing along one of the most dangerous sections of pathway.

Then around three months ago Ms Herbert was advised during a Town Park Users Group meeting that the council and green team volunteers had been asked to lower the water levels in the streams to enable Network Rail to install fencing.

“Since then and not wishing to get my hopes up, I checked periodically for this fence to appear. Last week when I decided to have another check I was totally, totally stunned.

“I went up the railway bridge and looked over and couldn’t believe my eyes. What I saw was about a quarter of a mile, possibly more, of palisade fencing - exactly what we had been asking for and been constantly denied.”

Network Rail has now erected safety fencing on both sides of the track and behind the streams”.

Ms Herbert added: “This part of the park is so beautiful and it was our favourite place but after what happened, it became the worst place on earth. I couldn’t even look there without remembering the horror of that night.

“Now, the whole atmosphere has changed; there is a kind of peace there once more. I just wish it didn’t take the death of my beloved dog to make this happen “

A Network Rail spokeswoman said: “The reason we installed the fencing was because we inspected the area and found a change of land use and signs of trespass.

“The land next to the original fencing was previously scrubland but is now being used by members of the public which is why we have installed new fencing on this stretch of railway..

“We have replaced the post and wire fencing with new palisade fencing at Harlow Town station.”



Read more: http://www.harlowstar.co.uk/Harlow-dog-owners-victory-rail-fence-crusade/story-21929995-detail/story.html#ixzz3Afw4xqwK
Read more at http://www.harlowstar.co.uk/Harlow-dog-owner

2014-07-17 07:41 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Just received my email from change.org :))

Well done Kimmybear you worked hard for this result.x

2014-07-10 22:21 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

http://www.harlowstar.co.uk/News/Harlow-news/Harlow-dog-owners-victory-in-rail-fence-crusade-20140709092856.htm HARLOW START VICTORY ARTICLE

2014-07-10 22:16 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

It has been four and a half years since I lost my beloved Cassie. Finally, Cassie's Fence Campaign has really won! The railway track has now been fenced properly by Network Rail. The fencing is exactly as we requested, metal pallisade and it's at least a quarter of a mile on both sides on the track, even behind the streams. It has been such a roller coaster and so emotionally hard because its a constant reminder of that fateful night when I lost my reason for living; my Cassie. I first saw the fence two weeks ago, but I needed to wait until I knew it had been done properly before confirming. There is still a part further up, not done by the marshes, but the main part is now safe and secure. I was so emotional when I saw it. I couldn't believe what I was seeing. A huge weight has been lifted and Cassie's park is beautiful once again. I will never forget the horror of that night and I would give anything for it never to have happened in the first place. I have to trust there is a reason and my Cassie has now saved many lives. I can now walk our Misty there knowing we are safe, and, with Cassie by our side. Thank you to all of you who have supported me throughout this journey. You helped give me the strength to get through. May God bless you.
We did it my Cassie! God bless you my baby, I love you, always. xxxxx

Last edited: 2014-07-14 00:02:20 by Kimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

2014-02-24 21:52 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

I have just been told at a council meeting that Network Rail is finally going to fence off the track! I'm waiting for confirmation from my MP. But, it seems true! I can't believe it! We did it. We did it, my baby. We did it!!!!! xxxxx

2013-12-02 17:36 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Four years ago tonight, I lost you my baby, but you are always mine and I yours. It doesn't get any easier. I love you so much. Forever. Till we meet again, God bless my love. xxxxx

2013-09-09 00:20 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Cassie's National Campaign is in Norfolk & Suffolk "Spirituality Matters" magazine dated September 2013 - article by Jane Summers, Animal Communicator.

2013-05-04 22:53 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Thank you - so very much. xxx

2013-04-28 22:46 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Great coverage and photo Kimmybear you have done your Cassie proud. WELL DONE. xxx

2013-04-28 22:42 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

http://www.harlowstar.co.uk/News/Harlow-news/Harlow-campaigner-chalks-up-important-victory-in-rail-safety-fence-battle-20130424111902.htm

Harlow campaigner chalks up 'important victory' in rail safety fence battle

AN animal lover has won an “important victory” in her two-year battle to get new safety fencing erected along a dangerous railside pathway running through Harlow Town Park.

Kim Herbert (53), of Altham Grove, lost her beloved ‘hearing dog’ Cassie in 2009 after the pet ran onto the line while the pair were out walking in Maymeads Marsh.

The distraught dog-owner launched a campaign and online petition calling on Network Rail to improve safety by fencing off the stretch of track running between Harlow Town Station and the Templefields Industrial Estate.

But after Network Rail refused to erect barriers along the path after deeming existing trackside borders “fit for purpose”, Harlow Council has now stepped in, installing new safety fencing along one of the most dangerous sections of pathway.

Kim said: “Although this is not completely fencing off the railway line, it does prevent access to the line underneath the bridge, which is where my Cassie was killed and where dogs are still getting onto the lines.

“The battle with Network Rail continues but I am so grateful to Harlow Council because it has stepped in where they failed. It’s a small contribution but it will make a big difference.”

Cassie’s Fence petition has received over 7,500 signatures and has become so popular it has now evolved into a national campaign calling for all tracks to be fenced off in the UK’s public parks.

“This track is still by no means safe but with the council’s help and Network Rail’s attempt at a makeshift ‘tree-barrier’, this is a big step in the right direction,” Kim added.

“But I’m in this for the long haul - I won’t give up until the line is safe.”

2013-04-28 22:35 gemmasmum

So pleased to hear that you got the fence put up. We lost our Rough Collie Ebony to the railway just over 2 years ago so we know your pain. God bless you & Cassie

2013-04-27 21:37 Clarkey - Area Co-ordinator, East Sussex

Great result. Great photo!

2013-04-26 17:16 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Yes it is a lovely picture of you and your girls. Well done kimmybear. xx

2013-04-26 16:16 Shereen

Lovely Picture you and your girls Kimmybear!...Well done.xxx

2013-04-26 14:34 ClaireC

Well done for your perseverence which is obviously paying off. x

2013-04-26 09:43 debbie

Great dedication, well done kimmybear and the wonderful Cassie xxxx

2013-04-26 08:53 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Well done Kimmybear.....

2013-04-26 07:52 B30

More publicity for Cassie's Fence Campaign XX
http://www.harlowstar.co.uk/News/Harlow-news/Harlow-campaigner-chalks-up-important-victory-in-rail-safety-fence-battle-20130424111902.htm

2013-04-07 23:33 Lynne

Well done! No more lives lost there now. :-) oxox

2013-04-07 20:56 SanBarn

Well done Kim and Cassie, great to read the fence is up. You have worked so hard for this. xxx

2013-04-07 19:45 Belle

Saving dogs from death - what a tribute to Cassie. Well done.

2013-04-07 18:13 Beanie245

How wonderful Kimmybear.... You never gave in and reached your goal, Cassie must be so proud of her loving Mum, I know we all are!! XXXX

2013-04-07 16:38 digbysmum

Hear Hear Jayne! Well done Kimmybear xxx

2013-04-07 15:32 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Well done Kimmybear...now for the rest of the country...

2013-04-07 12:39 DogLostJulie - Area Co-ordinator - Surrey & South London

Wonderful - well done to you Kim and your magnificent hard work in getting this fence put up. Julie xxx

2013-04-07 12:29 Shereen

This is so brilliant..Well done Kimmybear.Xxxxx

2013-04-07 10:44 DogLostRavenette - Area Co-ordinator - West Sussex

Well done Kim. So pleased for you that all your hard work has paid off xxx

2013-04-07 10:36 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Yes well done from me too Kimmybear. Also well done to the council.xx

Come on NETWORK RAIL get your act together, all fencing should be safe and secure to stop this happening again and again.

2013-04-07 09:31 ClaireC

Well done and many congratulations for your determination to get this done xx

2013-04-07 08:42 DogLostOwl

She would indeed, and your determined and persistent action may well have saved many other lives.

2013-04-07 08:11 Barney 'n' Ozzie's mum

Great news!! Well done Kimmybear - Cassie would be so proud of you xxxxxxx

2013-04-07 07:58 jobadger

Well done from me too..........xx Words just aren't enough for what you've done..............

Last edited: 2013-04-07 23:36:13 by jobadger

2013-04-07 05:25 B30

Well done Kimmybear!!

2013-04-07 00:14 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

The fence is up! Completed yesterday. It does need a bit more tweaking in places to prevent access, but it is up! x

2013-03-28 22:32 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Thank you, most sincerely, all of you. You continue to give me strength through your kind messages. It means so much to me. Love Kim x

2013-03-21 07:13 Unknown

I too did not know the full story until now; so sad. Also having lost my own hearing (On a temporay basis) due to a bad infection it gave me a big incentive to support "Hearing Dogs" which I do on a regular basis. Once again WELL DONE Kimmybear. You are a credit to us all, but especially beautiful Cassie. RIP Cassie

2013-03-20 21:29 hoolibelle

I have cried buckets reading this. Your strength and courage to do the right thing through the saddest time is awesome. Well done isn't adequate. RIP sweet Cassie x

2013-03-20 18:21 Cassie

WOW. Have just read this whole thread and am in awe of your determination to make a difference
and help stop others going through the heartache you and your family have endured. A brilliant result. I hope you feel a huge sense of achievement, and that Cassie has been with you throughout this battle...

2013-03-20 12:33 Lilybear

Thank you Kimmybear, a wonderful achievement.… I recall being out of my mind, searching for a lost greyhound…last sighted running along a railway line. It was my first experience of Doglost. I was overwhelmed with the amazing support of the our Area Co-ordinator and Doglost community, we would never have found our boy without you all. I remember a wonderful lady ringing me from London, many miles away… she first told me of Cassies Fence Campaign… Cassie will be so proud.. shining down brightly. Am sharing your inspirational story.

2013-03-19 23:05 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

http://www.activism.com/en_GB/petition/cassies-fence-petition-stop-our-dogs-from-being-killed-by-trains-in-harlow-town-park-essex/37052

Cassie's Fence Petition - Stop our dogs from being killed by trains in Harlow Town Park, Essex

2013-03-19 23:00 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

https://www.facebook.com/cassies.f.campaign?fref=ts
CASSIE'S FENCE CAMPAIGN ON FACEBOOK

Have added the link to Cassie's Campaign into the Other Info Box

2013-03-19 22:26 MAZ

What a truly heartbreaking story ... well done to all concerned. RIP Cassie - what a lovely dog. XXX

Last edited: 2013-03-19 22:28:12 by MAZ

2013-03-19 22:16 Abbe

I remember seeing your poster on a tree on the field between Mark Hall roundabout and the underpass at Old Harlow while I was walking my dogs. So sad:(

I too signed your petition. Sooooo well done Kim,poor Cassie's death wasn't in vain.

She is sooo proud of you and you should be of yourself

2013-03-19 19:00 DogLostMax - Area Co-ordinator - Cornwall & Area Volunteer - Durham & Ireland

I too had signed the petition a while ago, but had not known the full story, I have been in floods of tears. Well done for your perseverance. xx

2013-03-19 18:04 duffs54

Kimmybear, I signed the petition quite awhile ago but had not read the whole story behind it, I just have and am now in tears for you and Cassie, well done.

you have a lasting legacy for your little girl xx

Last edited: 2013-03-19 18:05:18 by duffs54

2013-03-19 14:49 mathers22

OMG this is so sad I can't read it again I wept buckets yesterday xx

2013-03-19 07:29 Unknown

Kimmybear. Loved your comments. No you have not lost cassie, she has always been around you, and will never leave you, because of the love you both shred: love never dies. And one day you will be reunited with your girl at the bridge. God Bless Cassie, and her familtx Sending Cassie lots of (((HUGS))) at the bridge.

2013-03-19 07:22 Unknown

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2013-03-19 01:01 GSPs E&B

I believe that things happen for a reason, some are more obvious than others... Cassie's was so very sad, but so very clear looking back..
All the amazing work that you have done, all in the name of your beautiful girl.
THANK YOU, from all our dogs whos lives will be saved due to all your efforts... It's brilliant news.. VERY WELL DONE..

2013-03-19 00:19 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

I want to thank you so much for your kindness; it truly means a lot to me & Cassie! :-) I so wish with all my heart and soul that I never lost her and I'd do anything to still have her here. There are so many others out there just like me and it really shouldn't happen, especially in a park. So, our mission continues. I am just so very pleased we have finally got somewhere - I can't wait to see that fence up! Thank you so much for caring. With love, Kim x

2013-03-18 23:13 Joy

What a tragic story. It had me in tears. Well done kimmy for your perseverance with the authorities and making a difference. X

2013-03-18 23:09 Pnki

Excellent news! Well done and thank you x

2013-03-18 22:09 Jackie

Well done you finally got there...bet Cassie is looking down and saying way to go mum...you've done her proud xxxx

2013-03-18 20:39 Debs

Amazing! just goes to show what hard work and dedication can achieve, well done lovely lady

2013-03-18 20:35 SH

I am sure Cassie is so proud of what her mum has achieved and will be smiling down at you from the bridge. You are a truely amazing person and I know there are countless dog owners that appreciate all you have done despite your heartbreak xxx

2013-03-18 19:47 DogLostClaire Gresty - Area Co-ordinator & Police Liaison - North West

Amazing!! Well done Kim :-) xx

2013-03-18 19:30 Tigermouse

What more can I say except WELL DONE KIM!! That's brilliant news, I'm sure Cassie will be looking down with a wagging tail and saying "You did it Mum!"

2013-03-18 19:23 Beanie245

Kimmybear just wanted to say the worlds a better place because of people like you and all involved on doglost. A huge thank you from all the dogs you do not yet know but who will be saved because of your hard work and continued effort for a wonderful cause.
God Bless Cassie proudly looking down from the bridge. XXX

2013-03-18 18:35 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Do scroll down to the beginning of this blog and read upwards...this is inspirational stuff.....and shows what we can do together...no one can do it on their own.....(as in Doglost...all these dogs would not be getting back without you caring people working together...26,000 dogs back because you have spread the word)...You might cry...you will cry...but something very good is coming out of this...And it will continue....with your help....most of our rainbow bridge dogs are victims of unsafe fencing and railways....There is a link on an earlier post to Kims campaign on facebook....if some one could put the link up again that would help...tx

2013-03-18 18:18 Unknown

So right Basildon DW,

2013-03-18 17:10 Dog WardenBasildon DW

'Big oaks from small acorns grow' this is just the start of something amazing. Well done Kim x

2013-03-18 16:37 twoDs

Well done everyone involved.Let's hope no more dogs are lost on this stretch of railway.A fitting tribute to much loved - and sorely missed - dog.

2013-03-18 15:46 Nickhoneys

WOW just read this from start to finish. Doglost you really should warn us when you are going to make us cry xx what a truly sad but inspirational story . Well done Kimmybear. I in my naivety assumed that all rail tracks where people were walking would be securely fenced but this is obviously not the case, shocking really. Your story also explains the immense passion and commitment that you put into helping others search for there lost dogs Kimmybear. I am sorry for your loss RIP Cassie xxx

2013-03-18 15:45 Teddys Mum - Area Volunteer, West London

Well done. I take my hat off to you for your tireless actions and achievement. Cassie will be sporting a big smile for her mum, dont doubt that...

2013-03-18 15:31 digbysmum

Absolutely brilliant news! Well done Kimmybear - you have worked tirelessly over the years for this great result. Let's hope Network Rail take note, and (hopefully) fence off all railway tracks. Far too many of our beautiful pets being lost this way. Cassie, your mum has done well! xxx

2013-03-18 15:00 Bobsmum, Helper, Surrey

Just wanted to say well done & a bug (((hug))) to Kimmybear for her amazing strength to do this for her beloved dog & help others not go through the same painful thing. Our lovely dog went to rainbow bridge around that time days before his 7th Birthday such a big empty space when they go wish I had known about doglost then I would have signed the campaign I don't have Facebook is there any other way to sign up? Xx

2013-03-18 14:09 Tobys Mum

Brilliant news Kimmybear......well done xx

2013-03-18 13:43 DogLostJulie - Area Co-ordinator - Surrey & South London

Just amazing Kim - all your hard work has paid off you have worked tirelessly to achieve this and everyone is incredibly grateful to you. When this piece of fence is put up I would love to see a little plaque dedicated to the beautiful Cassie and you. Julie xxxx

2013-03-18 13:26 wensmum

Kim, you are a shining example to us all

2013-03-18 12:19 sam66

Well done Kim, you really are great!! What an achievement. x

2013-03-18 09:59 mallyboo

Fantastic news Kimmybear, glad you finally got the right result from all your hard work. No Doubt Cassie was cheering you on from Heaven xxxx

2013-03-18 09:39 Meru

Brilliant news Kimmybear - well done for your persistance, Cassie will be so proud of what her mummy has achieved x

2013-03-18 09:16 Snowdrop

Well done Kimmybear what an achievement from all of your hard work xxx :))

2013-03-18 08:44 SaffySP

Wow. As a relative newcomer to this site, I wasn't aware of Cassie's story until this morning. How incredibly moving! Huge well done for persevering and getting them to finally erect the fence, Kim xx

2013-03-18 07:17 Unknown

Wonderful news is this. Well done Kimmybear, the battle has been won. Cassie must be looking down, and saying "Well done mum" with a huge grin on her face. Not to mention other happy smiles from "Rainbow bridge" :-) :-) :-)

2013-03-18 01:05 Unknown

Kim you are an inspiration and the work you have done is amazing. You promised Cassie you would not rest till you got people to sit up and listen and act and they have! xx

2013-03-18 00:53 Netty-B

Well done Kim,It seems like only yesterday when i got the text from you that night to say Cassie had gone missing not over 3yrs ago. I will never forget the heartache we all suffered, but it was not all in vain!!! You have campaigned hard for this fence and it was promised by network rail, i was there at the meet, but then they went back on their word. Good on you for not giving up, i know how much effort you put in,it was almost ruining your life at one stage, it was all you would talk about, and now its come true, thanks to your hard work. We did say it would take a child to be killed there before anything would be done, but thankfully thats not happened. The money they got from the lottery fund should be used to fence off more of the track but i guess for now we should be grateful that the worse bit is being done. If a dog can get onto the tracks then so can kids.ALL the tracks near park ares should by law be made safe, they make enough money to do this and the trains now go at such high speed nothing stands a chance if it ventures onto the tracks.WELL DONE i bet your one happy bunny!!!! Cassie, your mum and i are very proud of you.xx

2013-03-18 00:53 Clarkey - Area Co-ordinator, East Sussex

Well done Kimmybear. Great result for you and your campaign.

2013-03-18 00:36 Lynne

Well done on your campaign Kimmybear. My eyes are still wet from reading about Cassie but at least it won't happen again at that place. Emma Bunton recently lost her dog in a similar situation. It might be good if you could get her to help you with publicity for the National campaign. Again, well done. oxox

2013-03-18 00:20 spotofbother

Well done and simply "Thank You". Your strength and determination have been inspirational. Special dogs like Cassie obviously choose special humans. xxx

2013-03-17 23:59 AnnieSparky

Wonderful news Kimmybear x Your Cassie has been right behind you on this campaign x
One of the first dogs I searched for after joining DogLost was Badger lost to the railtrack :( and I learnt about this very important campaign.
Well done and will keep spreading the word xx

2013-03-17 23:52 Nickydog

Inspirational.
Keep going to get the safety rails uk wide. Cassie will be wagging her tail with pride.

2013-03-17 23:49 skippy

Brilliant - WELL DONE Kimmybear. A victory for your lovely girl! :) xxx

2013-03-17 23:43 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

WELL DONE Kimmybear you have done a fantastic job and you got a brilliant result. Cassie was so lucky to have such a loyal owner you are a true inspiration to her.

Thinking of your gorgeous Cassie and sending you both a big hug. xxx

2013-03-17 23:29 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Tx Angus...

2013-03-17 23:24 DogLostAngus

was just looking for it but got sidetracked ...

https://www.facebook.com/cassies.f.campaign?fref=ts

2013-03-17 23:18 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Angus could you put the link here for the facebook book group....probably beter than to send to admin email..tx

2013-03-17 23:10 DogLostAngus

Kimmybear I am so pleased - you have worked so hard since that tragic night when you lost dear Cassie to the rail lines - it has been an amazing battle that you have handled with such dignity and drive, dear Cassie will be very proud of her Mum and the legacy that you have started here - as you say there is a still a long way to go so please folks join Cassie's facebook group, sign the petition and spread the word

2013-03-17 23:01 bullt

What a very sad story about the beautiful Cassie and wonderful that you have won this on going battle for some secure fencing to the railway. Her spirit has obviously been at your side all the way ... x x

2013-03-17 22:58 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Right bed time for me...If any wants to help more as I am sure you do...please email admin@doglost.co.uk and put subject as Cassies campaign...and I can forward to Kimmybear..tx

2013-03-17 22:50 Patspaddy

Very well done Kimmybear

2013-03-17 22:49 Pop's Mum

Well done, brilliant campaign!

2013-03-17 22:46 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Please scroll down to the message left tonight at 21.38 by Kimmybear....

2013-03-17 22:46 mathers22

BRILLIANT every bit of fencing however big or small helps make the runaway dogs more secure. Well done to everyone for fighting and winning - lots of dogs will be safer now xx

2013-03-17 22:44 PA

What a brilliant job you've done Kimmybear. Thankyou. PA.

2013-03-17 22:40 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Tx Ellie..as always...

2013-03-17 22:39 Ellie

Well done Kimmybear on the success of Cassies Fence Campaign. Cassie will be so proud that her Mum has been able to help many dogs.

2013-03-17 22:37 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Tx millypod....

2013-03-17 22:35 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Well done Kimmybear all your hard work has paid off. Cassie will always be proud of you.xx

2013-03-17 22:31 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

WOW...its late on a sunday evening but already over 100 page views....please dont view and move away...add a message of support for Kimmybear...We need proper fencing on all railway tracks to protect our dogs....and she is the one to do it.....with your support!

2013-03-17 22:12 Shereen

Cassie is with you everywhere Kimmybear and so proud of her Mum.Well Done.Xxx

2013-03-17 21:55 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

BUMPED...this is what we can achieve for our dogs by working together....for their safety...its going to be a long road but its started now...

2013-03-17 21:42 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

OMG!....YES...WELL DONE KIMMY BEAR...and the legacy Cassie has left you...and all those many many dogs since you have helped get back...have you let Nik pr know?....she will be able to let the relevant organizations and press know....We are behind you a 100%

2013-03-17 21:38 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

WE DID IT!!!!!!!! WE DID IT!!!!!! WE DID IT!!!!!!!!!

CASSIE'S FENCE IS ON ITS WAY!!!!

The Council is going to fence off the access to the railway tracks by the bridge! This line will still, by no means be safe and the battle with Network Rail continues, but this bridge area is a danger hot spot and that is where I lost my Cassie. That is where the majority of dogs access the line. That is where kids have also accessed. But, no more. The Council has stepped in where Network Rail has failed. Its only a small area, but the most important part.

Thank you to those of you on DogLost who have supported me and been there for me ever since that dreadful day. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. And a big kiss from Cassie in heaven.

We still have a long way to go, but with this area fenced, I feel like I can breathe again. I have to wait 2-4 weeks and then it should be up.

Thank you again.

God bless you. xxx

2012-11-17 22:02 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Thank you, both, so much. x Cookie, I'm thinking of you. x

2012-08-13 14:42 Cookie666

Kimmy, you have a great petition on the go, I will sign it now, I love this site and the help I am getting as my dog is still missing, thankfully he is still alive as I phone the council daily etc. No one has brought him forward yet but we miss him alot.

Cassie is incredibly beautiful and I am sorry that you lost her.

2012-06-17 21:59 Gypsy

Kimmybear - just read your article in Dogs Today mag about your beautiful Cassie. Have signed the petition and sincerely hope that all your hard work gets results. xx

2012-06-16 10:17 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Well done Kimmybear...on my way out to buy dogs today magazine.

2012-06-16 10:13 Unknown

flaggbag. I think Cassie is STILL proud of Kimmybear. I bet she has a huge grin on her face, saying "That`s my mum" Run free Cassie, you beautiful girl. RIP+++

2012-06-14 22:42 zen

cassie would be so proud of you kimmer

2012-06-14 19:54 Laura

Oh Kimmy, i have just read about your poor baby Cassie,and i was in tears reading her story. i am so saddened to read what happened xx

2012-06-14 16:50 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

I agree SanBarn it is a Brilliant article in Dogs toady magazine a whole two pages aswell. Welldone Kimmybear I have already signed the petition.x

http://www.petitiononline.co.uk/petition/cassies-fence-petition-stop-our-dogs-from-being-killed-by-trains-in-harlow-town-park-essex/3497

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2012-06-14 16:28 SanBarn

Brilliant article in Dogs today, well done Kim! I've already signed,this is such a worthwhile cause and Network Rail need to stop telling lies and get their fencing sorted out! xx

2012-06-14 14:55 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Thank you; many of you are carrying your own heart breaking stories, in one way or another, so please know I am truly grateful. There are two petitions now: 1) My Cassie's Fence - local. 2) National Campaign for Cassie's Law for the whole UK - change of law to enforce Network Rail to comply with procedure. I've dropped DogLost into so many communications as it was this site and the people on it, that got me through and I will never forget that. Way too many owners out there now going through the same thing. This mission has picked me and I can't say no. As I write this, our local paper has just arrived - big article in there too! My MP has stated he is taking it to Parliament! For sure!

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2012-06-14 13:32 Beanie245

Kimmybear your determination is admirable... Have signed and will get the magazine!!

2012-06-14 12:02 BonBon

Kim - I have already signed the petition but just wanted to add that you are an inspiration and your passion shines through in everything you write and do. Cassie will be very proud of you. Carole

2012-06-14 10:43 Ellie

Have signed the Natonal Campaign for Cassies Law and will read Dogs Today magazine when I get my copy. Well done Kimmybear, far too many beautiful family members lost to the railways.

2012-06-14 09:12 Unknown

I so feel for you but this is something that needs to be done. So many of our babies lost in this awful way. Well done Kimmybear. xx

2012-06-14 08:40 jobadger

You are very brave Kimmybear - I've followed Cassie's journey - her memory lives on through your dauntless actions and words. I hope you're having a brilliant time at the Bridge lovely girl. xx

2012-06-14 06:58 Unknown

That`s good. I did sign Cassie`s petition too. God Bless Cassie and Bailey+++

2012-06-14 06:42 B30

Well done Kimmybear for highlighting this once again and getting this great publicity in DT magazine.

2012-06-14 00:05 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Cassie is in Dogs Today magazine, July 2012. Cassie's Fence Campaign and National Campaign for Cassie's Law. Details via DogLost website in the links. Cassie, you are famous my baby! x

2012-04-13 22:57 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

That is so sweet; thank you Reynard, Maria & Dave (I'm crying again). Dave, we have Bailey up there with Cassie now and together they will help us get a law passed for all our dogs - in their names. May God bless you and Bailey. You are in my prayers too now. x

2012-04-04 23:56 DogLostReynard

Lots of love Kimmy and much love to Cassie at the Beautiful Rainbow Bridge, keep up the good work on DL and the very important Fence Campaign xxx

2012-03-28 21:19 Dave Jennings

Kimmy , Cassie is a beautiful dog , was really sorry that she met the same fate as Bailey. Of course i will sign your petition.

2012-03-07 11:33 Maria

God bless. xx

2012-02-29 21:00 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

I still check in to look at her page. Just need to. x

2012-02-21 22:29 DogLover

This wouldent of happened if they just fenced of railways

im sorry im over a year late but

R.I.P Cassie xxx

2011-12-02 17:53 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Two years ago tonight, I lost my precious Cassie. I will not rest until that railway line is fenced off in our park. I love you, my baby. Forever. xxxxxx

2011-10-31 13:33 Meru

Signed the petition - RIP Cassie xx

2011-10-31 12:13 mallyboo

Kimmybear, have just read about Cassie and I am so very so for you loss. Losing such a beautiful girl must be dreadful. She will always be with you in your heart, and on behalf of my little girl I have signed the petition for Cassie and all the others lost to the railways x

2011-10-30 17:31 Sam U

Also signed petition. So sorry x

2011-10-30 09:51 Ellie

Cassies petition signed

2011-10-30 09:20 Jack Russell 4

Run free at the bridge xxx

2011-10-29 11:51 Unknown

Jobadger. Thanks again for your help. Have now managed to sign Cassie`a petition.

2011-10-29 08:10 Unknown

jobadger. THANK YUO. Will try again to sign petition

2011-10-29 07:14 muns

Glynafon Coord I think if you read down you have to register in order to sign..only takes a few seconds.
Also if any of you have F/B or twitter accounts can you follow the link to You tube Cassie's fence campaign video and share that on F/B or twitter too please?
I will re post both links
The petition is

http://www.petitiononline.co.uk/petition/cassies-fence-petition-stop-our-dogs-from-being-killed-by-trains-in-harlow-town-park-essex/3497

and the video to advertise the petition is

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDXvWgUC31Y&feature=player_embedded

You will need to copy and paste into your browser. Thanks We do not want to lose any more best friends in this way or 'God forbid' any young children either.....RIP dear dear Cassie Sure you are running free sweetheart xxx

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2011-10-29 04:26 DogLostGlynafon

Link to petition does not work for me!

2011-10-28 23:07 zen

kimmer, i have just read your post from when you found your cassie, and im in tears, what beautiful words for a very special dog... both you and cassie are and always will be lovely "people", may she be looking down on you and keeping you safe....

2011-10-28 22:02 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Have signed the petition RIP Cassie.x
to many dogs getting killed on the railways its so sad.

2011-10-28 21:55 digbysmum

Have signed petition. Run free at the bridge, dear Cassie xx

2011-10-28 21:41 Dainty Daisy

So sorry for your loss, play hard at Rainbow Bridge Cassie.

Petion signed.

http://www.petitiononline.co.uk/petition/cassies-fence-petition-stop-our-dogs-from-being-killed-by-trains-in-harlow-town-park-essex/3497

Lesa

2011-10-28 21:35 BonBon

Have signed. Such a worthwhile petition. EVERYONE PLEASE sign - it ony takes a few minutes and could achieve so much. Carole

2011-10-28 20:41 jobadger

Hi Janiejewel1649
If you follow the link through to the petition page, at the bottom right hand side, there's a box to register to sign the petition. It only takes seconds to do - just fill in the details requested, press sign, it will ask you to confirm your details, then - hey presto - you've signed it! Jo xx

2011-10-28 18:05 Unknown

Did follow link to sing the petition, but cant find the actual page. Can someone help please?

2011-10-28 17:21 DianeM

My thoughts are with Cassie and her loving family, run free at the bridge sweetheart xx

2011-10-28 17:07 Unknown

My heart goes out to the owners of Cassie. At least you knpw she is happy and playing at the bridge and in God`s care. Take some comfort that one day you will see cassie again. You have not lost her forever. God bless Cassie, Night, night, sleep tight sweetheart. Please look down on your family as they need to be strong at this time. I will pray fopr them.

2011-10-28 16:25 Shereen

This has to work,its discusting this line runs through the park with absolutely no protection at all.Shared for Cassie.xxxxxx

2011-10-28 12:38 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Thank you. x

2011-10-28 12:02 DogLostHelen - Regional Co-ordinator - Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridge

Please share and sign the petition x

2011-10-28 11:43 muns

There is a new video for Cassies Fence campaign and it is linked here
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDXvWgUC31Y&feature=player_embedded

Please share with all your friends and get them to sign Cassies's fence petition which may save another dog's or even a child's life...
The link to the petition itself is

http://www.petitiononline.co.uk/petition/cassies-fence-petition-stop-our-dogs-from-being-killed-by-trains-in-harlow-town-park-essex/3497

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2010-01-02 21:33 aprillovesdogsx

There isn't much i can do to help loved ones find their lifelong friends but i read this regularly and look out for missing dogs in my area.. To read this and the comments and help that people have put, i have faith in mankind once again. There are so many heartfelt people out there and yes, unless you're a dog lover it doesn't quite make your heart ache like it does when we lose our furry canines. I wish Kim and her family love and peace, at the moment it is too raw, but the love you hold in your heart will help heal another dog, maybe a rescue dog, grief needs companionship and dogs offer just that xxx Thinking of you xxxx

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2009-12-12 08:17 Shirley4Collies

Every now and again one of these threads just catches your breathe and your heart and this is one of them .. although I never met Kim or Cassie I just knew from the first post that this dog was incredibly loved.  I too have been in tears over this.  I just so wanted this to be a happy ending, but at least she is home with Kim now.  Forever in hearts and minds .. rest easy dear Cassie. My sympathies also to all the searchers (especially those I know, Michelle, Dave, Ronnie) who tried so hard to reunite these two.

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2009-12-11 18:33 Debbzz

Oh Kim - every time I read Cassie's thread - my heart simply breaks for you.  This tragic incident has affected me more than I thought possible, seeing as I never met Cassie.  I think it is because I feel your sense of loss and anguish - your grief is palpable and so very raw at the moment.  I have had to stop reading this at work as my colleagues kept asking me why I was in tears ... not something easy to explain unless it is to another dog lover, let me tell you. I am so glad you have Cassie home now.  She will always be part of you and her memory will always be cherished.  One day you will all be reunited - but until that time I am sure she will be watching over you, as only a dog can!  

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2009-12-11 18:16 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Cassie is home.  We collected her ashes this morning and as soon as I held that precious box, I knew it was my baby.  We are reunited forever.  Because we were not allowed to see her poor, battered litte body, they cut some fur off for us and we have this now too. Cassie is now whole and in heaven with my Dad and our other animal loved ones. We are so fortunate to have been able to retrieve her body. I so wish everyone who loses a dog in this way could have this, but sadly, I have learnt it is simply impossible in most cases and it is better to leave them where they are, as they are, to go back to God.  God always knows where they are. They say God only gives you the pain you can cope with; I think He knew we couldn't cope without finding Cassie so He sent Brett, the railway worker.  So wish she was alive, but at least she is found and finally home.  You have all helped to bring her home.  Thank you so much, God bless you all. With love Kim & Mum. xxxxx  

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2009-12-10 18:40 Ash

I have followed the search for cassie and am heart broken for her family, cant imagine the grief you must be feeling, but rest assured you will be together again, its not goodbye just aurevoir till you meet over the bridge. My love and thoughts are with you always. xx

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2009-12-10 13:46 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

I just want to say, be careful if you walk your dogs over the river. Cassie died only a few yards away from me. I just didn't know dogs could get on to the railway there.  Luv you all. Kim x

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2009-12-10 11:34 Leona*

I really must stop reading Cassies page, 3 days in a row weeping before breakfast!  So glad you have some closure and what wonderful people to help. RIP dear Cassie xx

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2009-12-10 11:26 Netty-B

I went with Kim and her mum to Resting Pets near Ongar, and would like to say that they were so good to them, and how we are all pleased to be putting Cassie to rest properly.Thanks must go to Jennie who works on the railways and got in touch with Nigel who was the man who saw Cassies body first, when all the confussion took place as i was sick. But it was the call i receieved in the early hours that lead us to closure. A young man of only 24yrs called me to say he had seen Cassie on the side of the rails whilst working, he got cassies collar for Kim and then he and his workmates went to recover her body. Kim had already given him a small something for returning Cassies collar,but not knowing at the time he would go on to get her body for her. Kim wanted to give him more for what could not have been a pleasant job , i got in touch with him and quote from his text "your more than welcome. All that matters is that Kim can now say her goodbye properly. We honestly dnt want no more for it. We didn``t want that twenty pound but tell her we have bought some beer for a christmas drink." so a very big thanks to Brett, his mother should be proud of such a lovely young caring man. We all now have closure which means so much. Once again thank you to everyone who helped. R.I.P. Cassie until we meet again.

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2009-12-09 19:53 Yasa

Thanks for posting that email Jo - and my sincere thanks to the railway worker. How very kind of him to help Cassie and Kim. Bless him, and everyone involved in this terrible incident x

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2009-12-09 19:04 BaileyP

I am devastated to read this terrible news about Cassie. Run free at the Rainbow Bridge dear Cassie. My love and thoughts go to Kim and family. Stay strong and the sadness will eventually be replaced by happy memeories of your beloved girl.   Bridget and the collies and shelties xx

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2009-12-09 13:20 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

What a lovely caring person he is, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.  Sadly many much loved pets cannot be recovered when involved in fatal train incidents.  Thinking of you Kim your mum and lovely Cassie.  Jan x

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2009-12-09 13:13 Millys Mum

What a caring soul this lovely man must be, realising how important it is for us to give our companions a proper farewell. Rest in peace beautiful Cassie - sweet dreams girlie... x

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2009-12-09 12:44 B30

How kind of the man to help. I hope that having Cassie back will go some way to helping Kim and her family come to terms with this terrible tragedy XX

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2009-12-09 11:58 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

I had a lovely email from Kim today, and she has asked me to post this on Cassie?s page to let you all know as each and everyone of you has provided Kim and her mum with so much help, support and kindness for which they are so appreciative and grateful of?..its has meant so much to them.   Yesterday they had a call from another rail worker who had also seen Cassie on the railway. He knew it was her from her posters, she was totally recognisable. He got Cassie?s collar and met Kim last night as he started his shift. Although very sadly most dogs cannot be recovered from the railway, this man said Cassie was collectable and bless him; he went and got her for Kim and her mum. He?s a total gem and a very kind man; he did this all in his own time because he desperately wanted to help. Cassie will be cremated and her ashes returned to Kim and her mum?..so Cassie will finally be home. This has made this awful, devastating outcome a little more bearable for Kim and Cassie will be close once again.   Run free Cassie darling. x

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2009-12-08 22:46 Jumanji - Co-ordinator.South.Yorkshire

I am so very sorry you have lost your beautiful girl and my thoughts are with you. rest in peace dear Cassie xxx

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2009-12-08 12:27 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Took some posters down from the Town Park last night, and a few from Green Hills etc.

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2009-12-08 12:26 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Another message for you Kim: I have just read about Cassie. I am heartbroken. Please pass on my sympathy to the owner. Love Pauline.

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2009-12-08 10:36 Buds Mum

Feel so sorry for Kim and her Mum,  Annette you do a marvelous job helping people, please do not feel guilty for being ill yesterday. Paul has been taking some posters down this morning, will be going over town park this afternoon to take them down.

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2009-12-08 10:12 Cat Lover

There are no words Kim. You know I feel and share your pain. I hope to see you soon but meanwhile hold you and mum in my heart x0x  

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2009-12-08 09:56 Netty-B

Please, please would everyone who helped by putting up posters start taking them down for us now. It is going to be unbearable for Kim to go around and still see them, i know she was looking forward to them comming down but not for this reason. Even if you didn`t put it up but see one the same applies, Kim and her mum and i said we would start today but i know that for everyone she takes down it will be harder for her to cope with it. I had a phone call from a man who worked on the railways early hours this morning with more info about Cassie but until i speak to Kim i will not be putting the info on here. Thanks once again for everyones help and support. Thanks Jennie i am feeling much better today,just annoyed my body and mind decided to pack up yesterday. xx

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2009-12-08 09:36 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

This is so hard to write.  I knew in my soul she was dead that night at the river, I saw the train that hit her, I screamed her name and felt a stab in my heart. She never came back because she couldn't; I knew she'd never leave me.  But we had to have hope and we thought she couldn't get through to the railway line, only a few yards away, as there was fencing. But now we know for sure, and as Lindsay wrote, Cassie we have found you.  You are okay now.  We love you more than life, more than anything. You are our whole world. We will be together forever on earth and in heaven.We are overwhelmed with grief but also with the love that each and every one of you has shown us.  Without all of your love, sweet messages, and support, this whole thing would be even harder to bear.  Please know that I asked God to bless you all for loving our sweet baby.  My Mum and I thank you so sincerely.   Our dear vicar Lynn is going to do a little service for our Cassie, which is lovely.  Thank you to Jennie for coming round last night - you have helped so much.  Netty you are Cassie's Auntie forever.  We love you dear people and your babies. God bless you all and dear Enya who was also called to heaven in the same way this week.  With love, Kim x

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2009-12-08 08:34 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

I am so sorry Cassie, pretty lady. God bless and keep you sweetheart. They shine a little brighter, they feel a little more
They touch your life in ways no one has ever done before
They love a little stronger, they live to give their best
They make our lives so blest, so why do they go so soon?
The ones with souls so beautiful
I heard someone say--
There must be Borrowed Angels, here in this life
They come along, into this world, and make this world bright
But they can’t stay forever
Cause they’re heaven sent
And sometimes, heaven needs them back again
They reach a little deeper, they see what’s in your soul
And even when they leave you know, you’ll never let them go
The world’s a little richer, just cause they came along
Their love goes on and on, so why do they go so soon?
The ones with souls so beautiful. I heard someone say--
There must be Borrowed Angels, here in this life
They come along, into this world, and make this world bright
They can’t stay forever, cause they’re heaven sent
And sometimes, heaven needs them back again
How else can you explain why they’re here and not here to stay?
I believe there must be
Borrowed Angels, here in this life
They come along, into this world, and make this world bright
But they can’t stay forever, cause there heaven sent
And sometimes heaven needs them back again.

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2009-12-08 08:11 Jennie

Netty, in no way did you let anyone down, you did more than you could possibley know. Hope your feeling better today. Kind regards Jennie.

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2009-12-08 02:39 Netty-B

This has been the worst news possible, we had such high hopes after "sightings"  but when we saw the dog everyone thought was Cassie and saw it wasn`t, i think in our hearts we knew. I am so gutted that i wasn`t able to help Kim when the phone call came through, i feel i let her down. Kim and her mum have been round tonight and we talked of Cassie and my gsd went to Kim and nudged her arm and kissed her then was laying on her back, Kim said it was just like Cassie would do. Sasha never kisses people like she did and i think it gave Kim some comfort to feel as if Cassie was sending a mesg through my Sasha. Kim and her mum gave Cassie the best life she could have wished for and i know they will after time give another rescue dog the same. R.I.P. beautiful Cassie, until we meet again run free at rainbow bridge. look out for my Licky, Jodie,Coco and Bridie give them my love, still miss them so much. xxxxx

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2009-12-08 00:29 Debbzz

Oh no - good grief - I am so very, very sorry.  Words are so hopelessly inadequate. My thoughts and prayers are with you.  Those that have lost a beloved dog will understand. Run free at the bridge Cassie dearest. 

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2009-12-07 23:58 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Kim, some more messages for you:

 

So very very sad at this outcome.  Give my best wishes to Cassie’s owner please. Maureen

 

 

That is such sad, sad news.  The owner must be devastated.  Please pass on our deepest condolences to the owner. Andrea and Bill.    

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2009-12-07 21:59 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Another message for you Kim: Rest in Peace Cassie. Your family found you. Please pass on my wishes too, Lindsey.

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2009-12-07 21:39 Pebbles mum

This is so so sad,run free at the bridge sweet girl.My thoughts are with the owners,i am lost for words.

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2009-12-07 21:15 Auntie Katie

I'm so sorry to see Cassie hasn't come home to you as we all had hoped for.  My thoughts are with you all and I'm sure Cassie is watching over you and will be waiting for you when its time to cross the bridge together.  x

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2009-12-07 20:47 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Kim, below are some messages for you from some obedience people:

 

Poor Cassie and the owner, so very sad.  Run free Cassie.  Lisa  

So sorry that there wasn’t a happy ending.  my thoughts are with the owner and the kind people who helped.  Bernice  

Oh so very sad Michelle.  Please pass on my sympathy to her owner, she must be in a dreadful state.  Audrey.  

Am absolutely gutted to see this.  I had been thinking of Cassie and her owner ever since she was posted on here and especially in all this dreadful wet weather..  To lose a dog is soul destroying and not knowing where they are. How terribly heartbreakingly sad. Just so so sad.  Please pass my sympathy on to her owner and let her know that Cassie was in the thoughts of so many wishing for her to be reunited with her owner and to have come home safely.  RIP Cassie.  Bless you.  Chris Paris.

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2009-12-07 20:25 Mollychops

Im so sorry you lost your lovely girl, Im thinking of you and sending my love . Sue XX

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2009-12-07 20:07 Madmutz Dog Walking

Run free at the bridge sweetheart xx thoughts are with all cassie's family at this very sad time xx

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2009-12-07 19:45 Moi Moi

Am truly sorry to hear the news :(  My heart goes out to you.

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2009-12-07 19:38 Leona*

Kim, I am devasted for you, there are no words of comfort, Im thinking of you and your mum. Run free beautiful girl knowing you were so well loved xx

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2009-12-07 19:33 Yasa

Kim - as with Enya's Mum, today, I am so sorry for the pair of you. Its a terrible terrible way for this to have ended, and we all were praying Cassie would be home with you safe and sound. Run free with Enya at rainbow bridge and have fun in the sunshine sweet Cassie XX

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2009-12-07 19:22 Southern Lurcher Rescue Mimsmum-SOUTHERN LURCHER RESCUE

So very sorry for your loss.  Run free little one.  God speed. xxx

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2009-12-07 19:19 keo61

I am so very very sorry to see this news - I am in floods of tears and I can't imagine how you are feeling.  From all the postings everyone could see that Cassie was so loved and she was a very beautiful girl.  You couldnt have worked any harder to bring her home.  Run free at Rainbow Bridge Cassie.  My thoughts are with you.

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2009-12-07 18:41 Border Girl

I am so, so sorry to read the news about Cassie - made me weep.  My heart really does go out to you.  Sleep tight now Cassie.

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2009-12-07 18:41 Capote

I am sadder than I can say

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2009-12-07 17:49 dinkydoodle

So sorry to hear this news, thought are with Cassie's family.  Run free Cassie.x.

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2009-12-07 17:48 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

This is just so devastating, was gutted to read the text from DL Co?s, thanks for letting me know.   Kim I am so so sorry that Cassie has been reunited in such sad circumstances; you and everyone have worked so hard in the search, my heart goes out to you.  Thank you to all the helpers and would also like to thank the Network Rail worker and as Jotty has said not the outcome and news anyone wants.  Run free at the Bridge and sweet dreams lovely Cassie.  Jan xxx

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2009-12-07 17:22 Teddys Mum - Area Volunteer, West London

Oh dear Cassie, run free at the bridge, Nothing can harm you now. My heart goes out to your owners, this is just devastating for them.

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2009-12-07 17:14 Shereen

Sorry to hear this sad news i was praying for Cassies safe return and now she is safe in the hands of God, looking down upon you to follow you every where you go ,to make sure you are safe and have a Guardian Angel Always.Run Free  Dear Cassie, a new Star in the sky tonight.xxx

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2009-12-07 17:05 Jennie

Kim, what can I say. I'm so very very sorry. God bless. Jennie.

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2009-12-07 16:59 DogLostHelen - Regional Co-ordinator - Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridge

Oh god this is so very very sad. Be free at the bridge dear Cassie xxx My thoughts are with your owner xxx

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2009-12-07 16:52 Shirley4Collies

Oh my god .. I am desparately sorry to hear this news .. I am in tears here ... rest easy dear Cassie, you were very loved.

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2009-12-07 16:50 ML

I am so sorry to hear this devestating news. My toughts are with you Kim. xxx

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2009-12-07 16:36 Goldenfrodo

I am so very sad at this terrible news. Run free at the Bridge Cassie. My thoughts are with the family. xx

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2009-12-07 16:36 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Oh god, I am so so sorry, and feel totally numb and sick.  Poor Cassie, and poor you. 

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2009-12-07 16:36 mum25collies

OMG I am so, so sorry Kim, you must be heartbroken. Everyone was hoping that Cassie would be found safe and well and that she would be home with you again. My deepest condolences to you and your mum I cannot imagine how you are feeling. Run free at the bridge Cassie, one day you will meet again. Hugs to everyone, Ronnie and Mish

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2009-12-07 16:36 Spindle

So so sorry to see this.  Run free at the bridge dear Cassie.

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2009-12-07 16:31 doglover1

Kim you did everything possible to get Cassie home, I'm so sorry it has ended this way for you and your family, thinking of you. Sweet dreams  Cassie. xxx

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2009-12-07 16:26 Buds Mum

Kim - I am so sorry -  our thoughts are with you and your Mum at this sad time,  xxxxx

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2009-12-07 16:12 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

Kim, I am so very sorry that Cassie didn’t make it home to you.I am devastated for you. You couldn’t have worked harder to find your girl. Thank you to the Network Rail worker who has given Kim closure on this nightmare, albeit not at all the type of closure anyone wanted. Run free Cassie at rainbow bridge in the sunshine. Sweet dreams sweetheart. To my dearest family, some things I’d like to say.
But first of all, to let you know that I arrived okay.
I’m writing this from the Bridge. Here I dwell with God above.
Here there’s no more tears of sadness. Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I’m out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you.
It’s good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they’ll be here later on."
God gave me a list of things that he wished for me to do,
And foremost on the list was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day’s chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you...in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth and all those loving years,
Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry...it does relieve the pain.

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2009-12-07 16:02 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

She's dead!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Kim

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2009-12-07 16:00 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

Helper Jennie has phoned the number. Kim, Jennie has spoken to your mum re the call.....she wanted to speak to you in person but because she wasn't sure where you lived she was unable to so she called your mum. x 

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2009-12-07 15:28 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

HELP!!!!!!  We have received a message from a lady unknown, telling us to phone this number 07910990770.  We can't phone we are deaf and Netty is sick!  Can someone phone for me please????  It may be nothing or it may be everything!  The man wanted to talk about Tammy - our old dog!  Cassie is wearing Tammy's pet log ID tag!!!!!!  PLEASE HELP!!!!  Kim 

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2009-12-07 12:10 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Been putting up posters in Bishops Stortford & Sawbridgeworth in Hertfordshire - we are on the border.  Lady found me and took me to her garden - a big dark dog was there last night but she couldn't tell if it was Cassie.  She's says its possible.  She is postering alleysways into Pishobury Park near where she lives and going to look for the dog again tonight. She will phone Netty. Name of Shirley.  Kim x

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2009-12-07 11:52 B30

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2009-12-07 11:02 Netty-B

I have just got off the phone to Harlow Star and Dan Phillips on the news desk is going to run a story in this Thursdays Star, will send  a photographer to Kims to take pictures of Kim, her mum and a picture of Cassie, which is a result as have always told me they don`t do stories on lost dogs. I told him Cassie was her hearing dog although not officially trained. I have also tried the national papers but not interested at all. But lets hope we get some leads from the story.Last night was the first night since Cassie went missing that i didn`t go out looking and sods law its been the only night it didn`t rain!!!!!!!! No more news or sightings of that poor little "stray" hope its somewhere safe.

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2009-12-07 10:26 Southern Lurcher Rescue Mimsmum-SOUTHERN LURCHER RESCUE

I had a scout around on Saturday towards Thorley.  Met up with Willow's mum searching for Willow.  I have left a poster in Finn 'n' Fur at Thorley. 

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2009-12-07 09:54 Cat Lover

Sad and sorry there's not good news but hang on in there and keep up the search! Have put posters in Matching Tye Village hall - they do dog training there, together with other groups, so it may help. Thinking of you x0x

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2009-12-07 09:37 Capote

We're still looking sorry she is not home safe with you yet

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2009-12-06 17:12 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Ronnie & Mish kindly drove down again to help search the town park, and we met up with Buddy's mum & dad :-)  Ronnie has left me so posters she printed off, so will put them up tonight in more residential roads surrounding the park.

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2009-12-06 16:49 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Thank you everyone!  I have taken Mum out and we have driven putting up 150 posters around Epping, Coopersale, Epping Green, Jacks Hatch, Savoy Wood, Parndon Wood Nature Reserve, Staple Tye shopping centre, Milwards, Posters are laminated so they should keep - unless someone pulls them down. The reason I wanted to do Epping is because a little Jack Russell was stolen last year called Poppy and there were connections with Epping thieves - Poppy was finally returned after many weeks in a cloak and dagger deal and dyed all black! (So I am told). I found a lovely policeman in Epping Police station who is putting Cassie's picture up - he was so kind I was genuinely touched and pleased that he is in the police force.  Someone has been pulling down posters in the park near where I live - it is not the council or utilities people. Come on my baby, come home. Kim x

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2009-12-06 16:28 Jennie

I live in the Bush Fair area, and have told everyone I have met to keep a eye out for her. Will get more fliers printed off tomorrow at work and keep handing them out as I go.  

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2009-12-06 16:05 whitehorse

have had a look about and kept mt eyes open, i live in the hides, have asked a few friends to keep an eye out aswell

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2009-12-06 16:04 Netty-B

I have just come back from looking around for Cassie and the "stray", and went to tell the lady in Greenhills that put the chicken out, that it wasn`t Cassie, we were not going to say because we thought we would get the stray caught. but decided that was a bit unfair on her .But on talking to people in the area it turns out, there are two dogs that roam that area, both belong to people but keep escapeing from the houses nearby. I did find it hard to beleive cos this one was so skinny and scared,and looked like it had been sleeping rough, either that or its owners should not be keeping a dog!!!!!!! Lots of good ideas being given to me, ones we have tried before when dogs have been lost, and we have had no joy, but are always worth trying again as circumstances are different with Kim and Cassie, so please try them.. As to people asking where to look, she could be anywhere if she was stolen, or bolted because she was spooked. Sorry not appearing too helpful but it taking its strain on us all

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2009-12-06 13:35 Buddy and Isak

i am sorry it was not cassie i will go out later with my dogs and have a look. please just say ware you would like me to go  Thanks x

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2009-12-06 12:38 Lankeela

Sorry it was not Cassie, but at least it shows the posters are working if people are ringing with sighting of this other dog.  Hope you manage to catch her, and get some positive sightings of Cassie.

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2009-12-06 11:29 Netty-B

It was such a dissapointment to find the dog seen around Greenhills was not Cassie, but if people catch it thinking it is then it might find its way back home and someone will be very happy, but the poor thing does need to be got out of this terrible weather. I picked June, Paul and Buddy up as it was raining so hard, we went back for a cup of tea, when a call came through to say Cassie was at the stow, but on speaking to the caller again ,it sounds like the one we were trying to get earlier.I think we are going to try going back in the morning and set up a regular feeding pattern to gain its trust, it came very close to me, did as advised but ate all the food and was off.!!!! Back to the drawing board so to speak.  Cannot thank all these lovely people comming out in such terrible weather enough, but please continue doing so for Kim.xx

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2009-12-06 10:27 hound man

sorry.         still looking.have a look down the river/park today
some one  on the house boats may have seen her about or have her?
keithx

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2009-12-06 10:03 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Kim you and everyone are doing a fantastic job in searching for your lovely girl, we are all being you on DL.  I've updated the various size posters and added the second photo on which should help with identification with sightings, they have been emailed out to those who I can see have been helping with the postering and also Jotty.  Good luck Kim and everyone.  Jan x

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2009-12-06 09:57 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

 I had a thought, My Mum, Netty and I have tried to catch this poor other dog, who looks almost exactly like Cassie, but much more white on its nose.  Netty got the dog very close with food but it is VERY wary.  The Dog Warden probably could catch this dog with a net or whatever they use (although it has a full tummy right now!).  Maybe if we all phone the dog warden he/she will take more notice and go and catch this dog?  At least this dog can be found (Border Collie lady - this may be one for you?).  She does have a collar, but appears to have been roaming for a while. I am getting my Mum to phone Dog Warden now. Kim

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2009-12-06 09:51 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Thanks to Buddy (Cassie's dog friend) and his Mum & Dad for weathering the torrential rain this morning looking for my precious baby, and to all of you - I couldn't cope without you!  Honestly.  Netty you are my rock. Thank you Jennie for your kind words.  Come home my precious. Kim xxx

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2009-12-06 09:51 Jennie

Kim, rest assured everything that can be done is being done, with everybody out postering and looking for her she will be too hot to handle and you will get her back. Keep your chin up, Jennie.

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2009-12-06 09:51 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Got a call 8.00am sayingshe was in the Downs next to Greenhills.  Got there and found another dog, with RED collar, VERY similar to Cassie.  What a co-incidence! Trying to get her.  Can you see if anyone has lost this dog?  Skinny, I think it is female.  Been there for a while - possibly a few weeks!  One man said so. BUT IT IS NOT MY BABY!!!  Please, please help find my baby.  She must have been stolen. Kim

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2009-12-06 09:27 Cat Lover

Don't let go of your beliefs, feelings and instincts! Try to stay strong and remember you're not alone in all of this - everyone is here to help and support you and we all understand. Never lose faith. You'll have your girl home soon x x

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2009-12-06 00:40 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Whilst Netty & I were in Greenhills loads of fireworks were going off and she's petrified of them!  I hope it doesn't send her elsewhere?? Kim x

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2009-12-05 20:56 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

All the best for the stakeout tonight guys. Everything crossed here that Cassie makes an appearance.....and even better comes home with you.

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2009-12-05 20:36 Buddy and Isak

well done to all with the posting. hope to night is the night i have asked my friends to keep a look out for cassie to GOOD LUCK      

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2009-12-05 20:07 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Spoke to Annette and have the house number.  She is going with Kim tonight for a stake-out! so we may meet up.  And a brolly would be far too sensible for me Shirley :-)

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2009-12-05 19:32 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

Fantastic news about todays sighting, so pleased. And great that it was in the same area again. Hopefully Cassie will stay in this area and has found herself a cosy little place she feels safe in. The scenting will help too, well done. As Shirley has said, and as many of you already know from your fab help with other dogs, if Cassie is seen, remember not to approach at first, no eye contact, keep movements low....chances are her trust will need to be gained again or she may leggit! Come on Cassie, come home to your mum.

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2009-12-05 19:21 Shirley4Collies

Awwww .. take a brolly Michelle .. you know it makes sense <G> .. seriously really well done on your searching so far.

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2009-12-05 19:11 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Kim, do you know what house number she was opposite?  Have just been there again and walked Green Hills and the woods, and driven around neighbouring roads.  If I know a more exact location I'm happy to park up there and wait.  Bbq great idea Shirley but I've just come in like a drowned rat so I don't think tonight it would work :-)

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2009-12-05 19:11 Shirley4Collies

Is it at all possible to do BBQ's in the sighted areas tonight and all day tomorrow?   This method has been very successful with other lost dogs.  Anything lovely and smelly to the dog should be cooked .. sausages, meat .. Owner and friends of Cassie should just sit and quietly chatter around the BBQ .. if Cassie shows herself you need to ignore her (however hard that seems) and continue your chatter quietly (maybe throwing in some very quiet mentions of her names or other words that please her like 'walkies' or 'sweety' or whatever words you think she really gets alert to normal) until she feels safe to come closer .. if you react it might make her run and hide more ..

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2009-12-05 18:39 Netty-B

 printed off more posters, put some out around cycle tracks from  Arkwrights,along to stow, then to spinney school, along to ladyshot, through to the clock tower. so that means it is covered from greenhills where she has now been  seen twice.We are going to wait in the car tonight inthe hope we see her at greenhills.    While out looking for Cassie please keep a look out for Willow the lurcher lost from stansted abbotts,believed to be in Harlow, the poor owner rang me tonight and was at the fern hill site, she paid a ransom but her dog was not returned as promised, what !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! they are. id no. 19802

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2009-12-05 17:19 Cat Lover

Have taken posters to Ada Cole, British Legion, Harlow Common areas, given to other dog lovers and also to my brother for his taxi and co-workers. I am so excited to hear of sightings tho' and hopefully you'll be re-united before the weekend is out!! I have everything crossed for you and really feel positive. I know you'll keep me posted x x   

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2009-12-05 16:49 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Have spoken to two boys and their mum in Greenhills.  They are totally convinced it is Cassie and say she is wearing the right collar etc.  They have put food out for her and she was lying in bushes opposite their house this morning.  We have scented the area and so many lovely dog owners who know Cassie are walking their dogs there, so Cassie may smell these dog friends and stay in that area.  Please pray that it is her for me.  With love and gratitude to each and every one of you dear, dear people.  Kim & my Mum xxx

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2009-12-05 16:05 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Brilliant there has been another sighting.  Me and Dave have spent about 3 hours walking Green Hills, across the main road, to Tye Green Village and back.  Will go back to Green Hills shortly.

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2009-12-05 15:40 Shirley4Collies

I have emailed Harlow District Council the A4 poster and details of Cassie for the Dog Warden ... I sent it to : contact@harlow.gov.uk Am thrilled there has been another sighting .. come on Cassie, everyone is desparate for your safe return.

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2009-12-05 15:39 Shirley4Collies

From Harlow DC site:

What to do if you have lost your dog

  Contact the Environmental Health Service on 01279 446111 and provide as much detail about the dog as possible - breed, colour, age, sex, distinguishing features, collar, tag, microchip, etc - and where and when it went missing. We will then be able to contact you quickly if it comes into the Council?s control as a stray.  

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2009-12-05 15:20 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

15.15 p.m. Text just received from Netty-B SIGHTING this morning again in Greenhills at 11.30 a.m.  

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2009-12-05 14:49 Shirley4Collies

Phone number for Harlow out of hours dog warden ... Harlow - 01279 446666 I have emailed the Brentwood council her poster.

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2009-12-05 13:57 Buds Mum

Town park has lots of posters, Veronica & Tia have put more up down the river and along to  the outdoor pursuit centre. 

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2009-12-05 13:51 Shirley4Collies

If a friendly postman isn't an option could a group of people be mustered with 100s of the smaller posters to be delivered door to door in the surrounding housing areas?  Me and Gill did this early one morning when Bart went missing.  It got alot of interest/help and certainly got the word around.    It will mean someone doing tons of printing (took me about 3 hours to do all we posted).  I just wish I was nearer.   PS  I could do some printing .. but would have to post it to someone in the area, which may cause too much delay - let me know.

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2009-12-05 13:40 Shirley4Collies

Fantastic Michelle .. I emailed Dave this morning with Cassie's details .. What a star you are Dave 

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2009-12-05 12:39 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Dave Gillet has just rung, he has been up the town park for a couple of hours looking.  Will now come to mine and we can head over to Green Hills again.

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2009-12-05 12:24 Shirley4Collies

Re website coverage, I have got cassie on Valgrays, Dogpages and For The Dogs http://for-the-dogs.webs.com/lostandfounddogs.htm

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2009-12-05 11:55 Shirley4Collies

How strange .. a couple of my posts on here have not appeared .. so I apologise if they are now duplicated!!! Thanks to Jan I have now uploaded Cassie Posters to my Valgrays BC Rescue site.  There are two varieties that can be downloaded from there:  One single A4 large poster, and another A4 sheet with 4 smaller posters on it (which will obviously need cutting up) .. please dowload and poster, poster, poster, lets make Cassie too hot to handle if anyone has taken her in .. link to page with downloads here http://valgraysbcrescue.webs.com/lostfoundcollies.htm

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2009-12-05 11:52 Shirley4Collies

Thanks Lankeela .. I asked my friend to crosspost to those groups (as I am not a member on them), and she was kind enough to do so .. the more people are aware of this dear lost dog the better.  

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2009-12-05 11:43 Lankeela

Just read about Cassie on easterndogscene, and will crosspost to Borderbility and Bordercolliebanter.  Hope she is soon back where she belongs.

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2009-12-05 11:15 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Thanks Shirley for the email, I had not long emailed posters to mimsmum, yes please do put a download on Valgrays for the various size posters. Mimsmum thank you so much for offering to help in the search, I have emailed the various size posters to you.  Hope to see Cassie in the blue soon.  If anyone else requires posters emailing please let us know and either Jotty or myself will send them to you.  Thanks.  Jan x  

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2009-12-05 10:45 Shirley4Collies

Mimsmum - click on the small brown writing at the top of Cassies details .. it says Dog Poster 1 .. that will take you to the poster.

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2009-12-05 10:09 Southern Lurcher Rescue Mimsmum-SOUTHERN LURCHER RESCUE

Where is the poster for this one to download?

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2009-12-05 10:05 Southern Lurcher Rescue Mimsmum-SOUTHERN LURCHER RESCUE

I'll poster Pishiobury Park Sawbridgeworth and Thorley this morning.  I will scout around after I return. Jenny. SLR.

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2009-12-05 09:32 Shirley4Collies

I have sent out another 40 emails asking people to crosspost or put onto facebook .. hopefully this will spread the word.   Have put her on dogpages and also have asked a couple of other website to publish her details .. all fingers crossed her for her safe return.

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2009-12-05 00:38 Netty-B

 As Kim has said we have been out postering around the surrounding areas to Greenhills, until we ran out of posters, i am laminating more as i write. If any one lives in Staple Tye, Sumners, Katherines or any areas further out if you could poster these areas for us it would be great, please put on here where you have done so we can keep a track of what still needs doing. If you have a car please put one in your car window, the more people we reach the better. The man who phoned met us in Greenhills and showed us where Cassie went and seemed 100% certain it was her, so lets keep our fingers crossed.!!! Kim and i will be out postering again tomorrow ( or should i say later today) after i have had my swine flu jab first thing. Thank you so much for all the hard work you are all putting in it has been noted. Lets get Cassie back and it has been well worth it, keeps me away from the housework so i don`t mind.

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2009-12-05 00:06 doglover1

Everything crossed for you Kim, with all these posters going up i'm sure it wont be long before you get lots more calls coming in with sightings of Cassie and I hope you are reunited with this lovely girl very soon, Keep positive x. 

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2009-12-04 23:41 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Netty & I have been out in the rain putting up posters, hopefully they will remain okay as we got them laminated.  Also, today I took my Mum out in the car and we drove to Sheering, Grange Paddocks at Bishops Stortford, some tiny villages on the way and also locally.  We did Greenhills this morning and that's when the man rang afterwards.  I just hope it was Cassie - he definitely saw a dog like her and if it was her, at least we know she is still local.  I am praying it is her.  Once again, I cannot find the words to express my sincere gratitude to all of you.  Please know that in my eyes, you are all angels.  Kim x

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2009-12-04 22:26 MICHELLE NEWMAN

3 of us have just walked the woods and Green Hills for 2 hours, but no joy.  Ronnie coming back tomorrow morning, so will go back out again then.

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2009-12-04 19:18 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

Well done all of you, you're doing a fab job (as always). So pleased to get your text re the sighting Netty, thank you. Hopefully now the area is being blitzed with posters more sightings will come in helping to build a picture of Cassie's whereabouts. Need to move towards using scenting in this area too, I will email you about this.

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2009-12-04 19:11 hound man

popping out fror a look now keithx
 

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2009-12-04 19:09 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Big thanks to Ronnie & Mish Stock who are driving down now from Halstead to help look.

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2009-12-04 18:35 Shirley4Collies

Does anyone know a postman who delivers to houses near the area she went missing .. would it be possible to sweet talk him into popping small posters through householders doors to raise awareness.  Obviously this does mean tons of photocopying .. I did this with my friends missing dog 'Bart' and it got a huge response from locals all offering help and and 'eye out'.  I think of Cassie alot .. hope she is found asap.

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2009-12-04 18:29 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Still at work but will head to Green Hills tonight. 

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2009-12-04 18:29 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

18.00 p.m.  Thanks Netty-B for the text.  Great there has been a sighting, you are all doing a brilliant job.  Good luck.  Jan x Bumped due to sighting.  

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2009-12-04 16:03 Netty-B

Thanks Michelle and June have seen posters everywhere today brilliant work. THE POSTERS ARE WORKING< i have just had the first call from a lovely man called Alan, who said he saw Cassie yesterday morning in Greenhills, ran off towards the wooded area. This is where Isac was hidding when he was out for 8wks so fingers crossed . Kim is out getting more posters done but have passed on the mesg. is on her way round here and then we will make our way over there,. Thanks everyone please keep up the good work for Kim.

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2009-12-04 14:48 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Put posters up last night from the bridge towards the town park/Greyhound Pub, and some on the lamposts on the side roads.  Hopefully will be back out tonight, with help, to poster surrounding residential roads.

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2009-12-04 11:45 Jennie

Some good news of sorts, I work on the railway and as of 11.00am, no reports of a dog being hit. Sorry its not the best news. Off out looking with Baggage now.

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2009-12-04 11:25 Capote

Between us all postering area and alerting other dog walkers we will make her too hot to handle if someone has stolen her. My heart goes out to you and your mum.

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2009-12-04 11:16 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

To cover a wider area, I've just emailed out Cassie's poster and details to all Essex DW's and stray holding kennels etc, that I have in my contacts list. Would be worth calling them too, certainly all bordering councils, if you've not done so already, to make sure they log the lost report on their systems.....I will email you and Netty the tel numbers.

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2009-12-04 10:59 Buds Mum

Kim - we are so so sorry to hear Cassie is missing, we have been out looking for her yesterday and this morning.  Will put some posters up down the cycle track from town park to Old Harlow.  Hoping you hear something positive very soon -  Paul, June & Buddy

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2009-12-04 09:33 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

I think someone has Cassie.  Lots of people know her and no one has seen her, she knows her way home.  She didn't run away from me; she was walking in front and turned the corner as if going over the railway bridge and just vanished in a minute.  We even dragged big sticks through that green pond, I was so scared,  But I know she wouldn't have gone in, I was just losing my mind. She has in the past thought it was grass but she knows different now after falling in twice 4 years ago, and won't go in it. I am so distraught. My poor Mum is so upset - she is elderly.  Our hearts have been ripped out.  I am worried she has been taken to another town or something. Or they have hidden her in a house.  Please keep an eye out for her, please.  Thank you all so much and know that I love you all for helping and may God bless you.  Kim

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2009-12-03 22:39 Netty-B

Kim and i have just got back indoors from postering the area around the river and along the main road from the training place down to the station. We gave posters to all the black cab drivers down the station, and also went into the station and there have been no reports of any dogs on the line. Kim would like to thank everyone who has been in touch and offered help in looking and postering for her. We will be out again to put up some more posters tomorrow and will keep our fingers crossed that we hear some good news soon.

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2009-12-03 22:17 hound man

DO HOPE SHE...has not gone in the pond bit one fo my dogs went in there  very green this time of year dose not look like water .
i think to a dog.
hound manx
ps do hope she gets found ok guys

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2009-12-03 22:00 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

I've emailed Cassie's posters direct to the normal office hours dog warden and out of hours dog warden for Harlow, also one of the kennels they use. Has Old Harlow kennels been called?

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2009-12-03 21:58 hound man

 will been out out looking keith and the hounds[ stow]
SLR.
HOUNDMANX

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2009-12-03 21:49 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

Email back from another local helper after I circulated Cassie's details and posters out to say she will be on the look out for Cassie and do all she can to help.

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2009-12-03 21:41 Capote

Hi Kim
I'm so sorry Cassie is missing. I understand you and maybe Netty spoke to my boyfriend earlier, he is a black cab driver. The drivers you spoke to were all very concerned and are all looking for you as they drive around Harlow and we will go out in the morning and look on foot as well. I have texted Cassies details to other dog walkers I know. I hope she is home safe with you soon.

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2009-12-03 21:36 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

I've updated the posters now and re-emailed to those I sent to earlier today.  Thanks Jennie I've also emailed the posters to you in case you are able to help with the postering.  Jan x

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2009-12-03 20:48 Jennie

Will be out looking after work tomorrow.  

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2009-12-03 17:44 Netty-B

have been out looking along the river for most of afternoon, but no luck. At the moment Kim and i are printing off loads of posters and putting into pockets and also laminatting some. Have contacted all vets etc, will get out posters to them tomorrow. If anyone can print off posters and put them up in their areas that would be great. Advert will go into next weeks star if Cassie has not returned. We are almost certain someone has taken her, because talking to Kim about last night i said i heard a mans voice calling Cassie from the bridge, but Kim being deaf was unaware of this, although when i turned up last night i asked her who was it with her but she was so distressed and it was dark she couldn`t have understood me.

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2009-12-03 17:22 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Boss loitering, but have managed managed to print off 40 black & white A4 posters to put up around the town park tonight.  Got one helper coming up from Brentwood, another from Maidstone, and hopefully a further 3 or 4.  Fingers crossed!

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2009-12-03 17:01 Jo - Area Co-ordinator, Essex

Thanks for your text Netty, I am finally back near a PC after being on a course all day! So sorry Kim, to see Cassie is missing. Rest assured the network of helpers in Harlow are FANTASTIC, and I know they, and others further away too, will do all they possibly can to help you. Thanks for emailing the posters and flyers over Jan, I will start emailing them out spreading the word.

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2009-12-03 16:25 Buds Mum

4.00pm - have been out looking for Cassie, went across Zig Zag bridge and along the waterway next to the railway towards the  moorhen, back along the river to the bridge and then along the waterway again next to the railway -sorry to say  no sightings of Cassie  praying for a safe return

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2009-12-03 14:34 Shirley4Collies

I have prepared a 'What to do if you lose a dog' sheet which I give to anyone who loses a dog in my area .. I have just put a link on the Valgrays site to enable it to be downloaded for anyone who wants it .. link below: http://valgraysbcrescue.webs.com/lostfoundcollies.htm  If anyone has more suggestions of things to add to it please email me.

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2009-12-03 14:04 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Various size posters now done and emailed to those who have posted on the page and Co-ordinator Jotty.  Scenting/Mapping Instructions with advice/info also emailed to kimmybear.  Good luck.  Jan x  

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2009-12-03 13:05 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

13.00 p.m.  Netty-B thanks for the text alert.  I've updated the details to include your mobile number and reward to show up on the poster.  I'll do various size posters a.s.a.p. but I'm in work and don't know when I can get them to you will try best to do them now.  Good luck.  Jan x

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2009-12-03 13:03 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Thanks Shirley :-)  Have text some training friends to see if they can meet me up the park tonight to help, so hopefully will get somewhere.

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2009-12-03 12:58 Shirley4Collies

Glad to see Michelle is on board .. she is tireless in her searching for missing dogs.  I just hope Cassie is found very soon indeed.

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2009-12-03 12:57 Shirley4Collies

I have crossposted the link to several email groups I am on .. hopefully that will mean more people on the look out - I have all fingers crossed that Cassie is found safe and well very soon indeed.   Stay safe.   I have also posted details on our Valgrays website : http://valgraysbcrescue.webs.com/lostfoundcollies.htm

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2009-12-03 11:56 MICHELLE NEWMAN

This is awful, poor owner and dog.  I will buy a torch on the way home tonight and head straight over to the town park (about 7pm).  If anyone wants to meet up please let me know as I obviously don't want to take my lot near the water.  Thanks.

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2009-12-03 11:56 Buds Mum

11.50am - I have advised my hubby and he is going out looking for Cassie now

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2009-12-03 11:32 Buds Mum

I know Cassie, am at work at the moment but will be out looking later.  

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2009-12-03 11:26 Netty-B

Kim is a very good friend of mine and i was out looking for Cassie with her until the early hours. Kims dog Cassie is her life and she is really lost without her and is worried she may have gone into the river and as she (kim) is deaf would not of heard her. please, please help her in the search for Cassie. I have texted everyone i know to help look out for her. She was last seen at the foot of the bridge that goes from the river to the town park, and as Kim says this is not like Cassie not to return to her or make her way back to the car, or possible she would have found her way home. As you can see from photos Cassie has very large ears and is long legged i would say she is a border collie cross. She is a rescue dog and likes to chase things and barks around people and other dogs, at the same time is quite "shy". If any sightings and are unable to get through on number given please cal me on 07771866317. Thanks very much Annette.

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2009-12-03 11:12 MICHELLE NEWMAN

Have text a couple of friends in Harlow who also dog walk over the town park etc.  If there are any sightings please ask the owner to call me as I can come out (after work) any time in the evenings etc. on 07708 769748.

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2009-12-03 11:05 Southern Lurcher Rescue Mimsmum-SOUTHERN LURCHER RESCUE

Have listed her on our website for you.  I will let all local rescues know.  Any help we can give, just shout.  Jenny. Southern Lurcher Rescue. xx

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2009-12-03 10:16 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Cassie disappeared in the dark on the fields at the river, near Harlow Town Railway Station at 8.15pm on Wednesday night 2 December. It is very unusual for her to go missing.  She just vanished.  Please help, she is my whole world.  Thank you.

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