Rainbow Bridge: BLACK/TAN Doberman Male

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2010-08-26 21:48 Folly

Thank you for letting us know. How sad. I knew of a Rotty that the same thing happened to years ago. She went missing in the woods, we all searched & her body was found by a rabbit hole. She and Rikki probably died doing what they enjoyed most. Hard for us but not a bad way for a dog to go. So sorry Hayley.

2010-08-26 00:13 Angela C

Folly, we suspect Rikki went quickly and peacefully whilst running due to possible undiagnosed DCM. He was found by Will and his tracker dog Max not too far from where he was last seen running with his family. I'll pass on all of your messages to Hayley, thank you everyone. xxx

2010-08-25 20:22 DogLostReynard

So very sorry your boy did not make it :( Run Free At The Bridge Rikki xxx

2010-08-25 16:15 Folly

That is so sad. I was looking out for him still today as I walked my lot. What actually happened to poor Rikki? So many major roads around the area he went missing.

2010-08-25 15:09 Angelita

So sorry, run free Rikki xx

2010-08-25 10:29 Goldenfrodo

I am so sorry this gorgeous boy didnt make it back home. Sun free at the Bridge Rikki. My thoughts are with his family.

2010-08-25 09:42 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

Oh no. Poor Rikki. God bless and keep you precious sweetheart. You will be sadly missed. xxx

2010-08-24 23:49 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Such a sad outcome. Our deepest thoughts are with Hayley. Run free at the bridge and sweet dreams Rikki you will be deeply missed. Jan x

2010-08-24 23:00 Niki

Such sad news sleep tight Rik xxxx

2010-08-24 22:45 sandobes

So sorry to hear this news. Run Free Rikki Thought are with Hayley.

2010-08-24 22:36 ML

So sorry to hear about Rikki, run free gorgeous boy. xxx

2010-08-24 21:56 dinkydoodle

run free dear Rikki you handsome boy, thoughts with his owners at this sad time.x.

2010-08-24 21:45 doglover1

So sorry to read this very sad news, sweet dreams Rikki, my thoughts are with his family. xx

2010-08-24 21:41 DogLostPoochpal - Regional Co-ordinator - South West - Police Liaison Team

This is so sad, poor Rikki, sorry you did not make it back safely.

2010-08-24 21:28 Angela C

Sadly Rikki has been found, unfortunately he has gone to The Rainbow Bridge, thanks to one of Dobermann Rehoming Association forum members brother in law and his tracking dog, Hayley now has Rikkis collar and some closure. We're all thinking of her ........

2010-08-24 19:52 DogLostReynard

Thanks for your help guys very much appreciated, lets hope the gorgeous Rikki is home soon xxx

2010-08-24 13:34 Niki

Have posted further areas of the River Stour incase Rik tries to find his way home.

2010-08-23 11:21 Niki

Have posted Queens Park Golf Course this morning.

2010-08-23 10:12 Exclusive DB

HI. I have sent your poster off to a lady at Christchurch Council. She has forwarded your details onto the dog wardens for Christchurch and Bournemouth and also advised the 'Open Spaces Officers'. Something will turn up soon I am sure. My old dog did this years back. He was missing for most of the day but turned up in the same area. I'm sure Rikki will not have gone far.

2010-08-22 18:03 dusty

Has anyone contacted Steve at avon forest also on boundry lane the army own land contact west moors army camp they may help as land is mod plus there is a kennel near to south park

Last edited: 2010-08-22 18:05:09 by dusty

2010-08-22 17:16 Folly

The area is now very well postered. Well done to all of you. I shall put some in West Moors plantation as it is literally only just across the A31. I'll also drop some in to St Leonard's hospital. Hayley, if Rikki is spotted and you need help quickly, please ring me on 01202 855097 and I'll come straight away if I can (any time.) If you want to organise a search, please also count me in. Sandy

2010-08-22 14:56 Angela C

Hayleys update by text is still of no sightings of her boy anywhere

2010-08-22 14:22 sandobes

Have sent lot of emails / faxes to vets, kennels etc etc that I could find all over the area - OK some may be duplicated but can't hurt to emphasise still missing. Hope he is soon found.

2010-08-22 13:23 Niki

Have been out and posted my local walking areas Redhill Common, plus some areas of the River Stour, Cherry Tree nursery, Brecon Close Whitelegg way, also I have done some unposted areas around Hurn and Matchams, its peeing down here, lets hope hes found somewhere warm and dry.

2010-08-22 12:16 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Thanks Nikki!

2010-08-22 10:56 Niki

Am downloading posters and will be out posting shortly

2010-08-22 10:31 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Poster e mailed out to local helpers.

2010-08-22 01:17 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Thanks Reynard for the email I've only just seen it, photo of Rikki now uploaded. I've also added a Similar Photo in the second box to show what he may look like body wise. Jan x

2010-08-22 00:40 DogLostReynard

Ooops! uploading at the same time majoret can you put yours on again please Sorry!

2010-08-22 00:39 DogLostReynard

I have uploaded a photo of a similar Doberman to Rikki & email and phone number should be ok now. Good luck!

Last edited: 2010-08-22 08:06:32 by Reynard

2010-08-22 00:24 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Thanks Angela, lovely photo of Rikki received in Admin and now uploaded. Fingers crossed he is found soon. Good luck. Jan x

2010-08-21 23:43 Angela C

emailed the same pic to admin

2010-08-21 23:35 Angela C

I've emailed a pic to Sandobes who is making posters for tomorrow, it's just a headshot of him in his bed though.

2010-08-21 19:51 Folly

Thanks, I'll head that way in the morning. I wish he was heading away from Matchams. There is banger racing in Matchams every Sunday so postering the area would be very beneficial. Is there a chance of the photo being done soon, even a library one would help as Dobes don't vary that much to the untrained eye. Need to show a docked one though.

2010-08-21 19:29 Angela C

Folly. He was last seen heading in the direction of Matchams Lane if that's any help.

2010-08-21 19:11 Niki

I am hoping to get some posters from Rikki's owner in the morning so will put them up asap, Ive walked with Ricks owner on a few occasions and he has always been ok with other dogs

2010-08-21 18:48 Folly

I live very near and am willing to go out searching. Please could the owners be specific about where Rikki was last seen as Hurn Forest has many access points? Is he good with other dogs(bitches)? I could easily take some Goldens with me and walk in the area. I hope he cannot easily get to the A338 as it is so busy at the best of times but extra so with the airshow visitors.

2010-08-21 17:05 DogLostReynard

trying to send an email so owner has instuctions and can either send me the photo or send to admin@doglost.co.uk who will be able to crop and upload photo so helpers can download the poster but it has not been excepted ? Do I have correct email addy?

Last edited: 2010-08-21 17:06:55 by Reynard

2010-08-21 16:32 DogLostReynard

Spoke to owner who was driving at the time as was out looking for Rikki seems they have done most things (will try to upload a photo) even scenting & will now put up posters. There has been NO sightings at all of Rikki ! Can anyone local help spread the word and put posters up as soon as photo comes in please

Last edited: 2010-08-21 16:35:44 by Reynard

2010-08-21 14:28 Angela C

Telephone number correction is 07771882581 on behalf of owner

2010-08-21 10:15 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

Incorrect phone number. Have asked for this to be rectified.

2010-08-21 09:41 sandobes

Any news / sightings? Sorry not local but get him postered everywhere in area and hand out flyers. As soon as have pic or similar dog for poster can email / fax to vets, kennels etc etc. if not already done.

2010-08-21 08:51 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

Sorry to see Rikki is missing. Someone will try to make personal contact with you as soon as possible, to offer advice and help. Firstly contact dog wardens, vets and local rescue centres. Give them all a detailed description of your dog with any distinguishing marks/scars. You can find vets in your own area by clicking on the green logo which says “Find Any UK VET”, on the right hand side of the page under the “latest missing dogs” photo - top right. Please email admin@doglost.co.uk with a photo of your dog quoting the dog’s Doglost ID number, or upload a photo yourself on “update details” above. You can also add comments and update the dog’s status, e.g.sightings, re-united etc. by clicking on “add a comment” at the bottom of the page. If your dog is microchipped please let the microchip company know that your dog is missing and at the same time, check that all details held, are up to date. You can obtain a “MISSING” poster from "view poster" above. You can only print posters when you are signed in. Start postering now! I CANNOT EMPHASISE HOW VERY IMPORTANT THIS IS. If your dog is picked up and taken to rescue kennels, it can be re-homed legally, after 7 days if it has no identification (microchip or ID disk attached), so please try to visit rescue centres, to look for your dog, give them a poster and keep in touch with them every few days.. Do not rely on checking by phone alone, as other people may not recognise your dog by your description.