Rainbow Bridge: Liver Curly Coated Retriever Male

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2013-01-28 09:51 Meru

I am so very, very sorry to hear about Wilbur. RIP sweetheart - play free from pain over the Bridge xx

2013-01-25 22:39 digbysmum

How very sad. I am so very sorry, and my thoughts are with the family at this awful time. Too young for the bridge, but run free dear Wilbur - no more pain. Wish we could have found you sooner xxx

2013-01-25 20:35 cindy

RIP Wilbur, run free and play with all the others waiting at Rainbow Bridge. Much love to your family xx

2013-01-25 10:20 skippy

Poor boy. Run free lovely lad. :(((((xxx

2013-01-25 07:11 jobadger

I'm so very very sorry - my thoughts are with your family at this very sad time. You went to the Bridge knowing you were loved and cared for - sleep tight until your family come for you again. xx

2013-01-25 00:20 bullt

Was torn yesterday between delight you had found him and upset over the severity of his terrible injuries. Very sad for you at having to let him go - for him it has saved him from a lot more pain and discomfort. He was loved and cared for all the way to this never easy decision - bless you beautiful young Wibur xx

2013-01-24 18:25 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

So sorry to see Wilbur has gone to the bridge, now free from pain.
Run free Wilbur with all the rainbow babies.xx

2013-01-24 17:38 Caz

So so sorry to hear the devastating news about Wilbur,hope you find some comfort that he was found albeit too late and you were able to be with him at the end,

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together... R.I.P Wilbur

2013-01-24 17:02 Safedog Crash Tested Car Crates (external site, opens in new browser window/tab)Baggy Dog

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2013-01-24 16:59 DogLostSpringerMad - Area Volunteer, East Sussex

Oh how very sad. Poor Wilbur. Thoughts are with his family xx

2013-01-24 16:56 ClaireC

Its always a tough and an extremely emotional decision to have to call. Please be assured that is was the right one for his terrible injuries that he sustained. Try to take comfort that you got your boy back and have made him painfree. RIP Wilbur and all my sympthies to the family xx

2013-01-24 16:44 scootjockey

Run and play at the bridge sweetheart.RIP Wilbur. Comforting hugs to his family. Love stolen Tays mum xxx

2013-01-24 16:41 angi

I'm so very sorry your boy didn't make it.
My thoughts are with his family at this very sad time.
Run free Wilbur until the time you meet again xxxx

2013-01-24 16:27 DogLostMax - Area Co-ordinator - Cornwall & Area Volunteer - Durham & Ireland

So sorry to read he didn't make it.
He will be waiting at Rainbow Bridge without pain & running free.
My thoughts are with you at this sad time.

2013-01-24 16:19 MelAndTommy

RIP Wilbur, thoughts are with your family.xxx

2013-01-24 16:19 Unknown

So sorry about the outcome, but you did all you could for him, and he kn ew he was loved, and you were with him at the3 end. Night, night Wilbur, sleep tight, and play with all the other "Rainbow babies" at the bridge; you deserve special wings because of what you went through. Please find comfort that Wilbur is still with you in spirit, and one day when the time is right, you will meet your boy at the bridge, never to be parted. Sending his owners lots of comforting (((HUGS))) for their loss. Wilbur passed to spirit knowing he was loved, and he will always be around you. RIP+ God Blessx A~~~Candle~~~vurns for Wilbur. Run free.

2013-01-24 16:17 Shereen

this is just so devastating i'm so sorry to Wilbur and his people...Restored at Rainbow Bridge and running in the sunshine beautiful boy R.I.P Xxx

2013-01-24 16:14 B30

This is so very sad. His injuries did sound awful but I'm so sorry that he didn't make it.

Sleep tight sweetie XX

2013-01-24 16:01 4paws

RIP Wilbur xxx

2013-01-24 15:54 Pet SearchersJan.Petsearchuk

What sad and tragic news, at 2 yrs old he had the whole of his life ahead of him. RIP Wilbur you were a much loved and now missed boy.

2013-01-24 15:45 Belle

So sorry to hear this. Thinking of you all. At least you found him and could make sure he was well taken care of.
x

2013-01-24 15:37 Ellie

So very saddened to hear this. Run free at Rainbow Bridge Wilbur . My thoughts are with his family.

2013-01-24 15:35 Nickhoneys

Oh I am so so sorry.Poor beautiful Wilbur. At least he knew you had found him and were with him at the end. RIP xxx

2013-01-24 14:58 Unknown

I am so gutted over this. RIP Wilbur...sending special thoughts to your family. Liz xx

2013-01-24 14:50 DogLostAngus

Devatstated for Wilbur's owners - somehow though Wilbur made it home to them albeit for a very short time - run free from pain at the bridge dear Boy

2013-01-24 14:39 Liz Q

R.I.P. Wilbur, so sorry we couldn't find you sooner xxxx

2013-01-24 14:27 mathers22

How sad xxxxx

2013-01-24 14:24 Julie Br

What a shame - RIP Wilbur. Thoughts are with his owner.

2013-01-24 14:21 Berties Family

copied from Gill....Gill May
21 minutes ago ·
Firstly, a massive thank you to everyone for your thoughts, well wishes and concern. Unfortunately Wilbur's injuries were too severe, he was put to sleep this morning. RIP little lad xx

2013-01-24 13:19 Caz

Have collected most of missing posters that I put up, if any one around Towcester area see any I missed can they remove them please.

2013-01-24 12:31 Unknown

All the best xx

2013-01-24 11:03 Nickhoneys

Come on Wilbur. You can do it, you survived the worst. xxx

2013-01-24 10:39 B30

I hope everything goes well today for Wilbur XX

2013-01-23 22:57 digbysmum

Good luck for tomorrow Wilbur. Sending healing thoughts your way and hope you make a full recovery xxx

2013-01-23 21:34 cindy

You have youth on your side Wilbur, and the strength to pull through this and get home to your mum, God bless you xx

2013-01-23 21:12 angi

so pleased Wilbur has been found in time. Lots of healing vibes coming his way and hope he will make a full recovery xxxxxxxxxx

2013-01-23 20:39 Caz

Good Luck tomorrow Wilbur, your a strong lad just know your going to come through the surgery & be home with your mum soon, we're all rooting for you. Will say a prayer for your speedy recovery & light a healing candle in your name. God bless Wilbur xxxx

NB: Will go out tomorrow to take missing posters down if I can remember all the places I put them.

2013-01-23 20:22 Unknown

NANNA Animal Rescue. Thanks for the update, Wilbur will be in my thoughts tomorrow. Hope all goes well with his op. Gentlr ((((HUGS)))) to you sweetheart. Also sending good wishes to your family.

2013-01-23 19:58 snoopdog

Come on Wilbur you are in safe hands now and thank goodness they found u in time.. Sending you lots of hugs and healing thoughts .. You can do it...:) xxxx

2013-01-23 17:29 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Poor Wilbur, sending gentle hugs and best wishes for a speedy recovery.xx
Good luck tomorrow Wilbur.xx

2013-01-23 17:07 ClaireC

Good luck Wilbur xx

2013-01-23 17:04 AkitaTaz

My thoughts are with you all. Praying that Wilbur can stay strong and be back home very soon xx

2013-01-23 16:59 Liz Q

Had a message to say Wilbur is on fluids and painkillers today, and will be operated on tomorrow x

2013-01-23 16:36 ClaireC

So very very sorry to hear that Wilbur has been found with such severe injuries. My heart goes out to his family. I'm sure the vet will do his utmost and the recovery period will be a slow process but sending best wishes and good luck for Wilbur. I'm sure I speak for everyone on this site but please let us know how he is getting on. xx

2013-01-23 16:23 Liz Q

Come on boy, you can do it. We are all thinking of you xxx

2013-01-23 15:53 mathers22

Poor Wilbur I really hope he improves. It is remarkable what Vets can do these days and he does have youth on his side. Get well soon Wilbur will keep coming back for updates xx

2013-01-23 15:50 Julie Br

Poor thing- hope he gets well soon - I have been walking my two in various places around the area looking out for him - so pleased he has been found but a shame he is so injured.

2013-01-23 15:45 Belle

Get well soon Wilbur. x

2013-01-23 14:54 Safedog Crash Tested Car CratesBaggy Dog

Poor Wilbur. Glad he's back with his owner receiving TLC. Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery.

2013-01-23 14:47 Unknown

So sorry to see this about Wilbur. Hope the prognosis is good for himl he sounds lujcky to be alive. Sending Wilbur absent healing, my prayers, and thoughts. GET WELL SOON Wilbur, we are all rooting for you. Come on you can do it. Will lighjt a candle, and say a special prayer for Wilbur today. Sending jim loads, and loads of cuddles, and ((((HUGS)))). Keep us posted.

2013-01-23 14:27 B30

Oh no, poor Wilbur. I hope he'll be ok. Please let us know how he gets on XX

Thanks Angus for the message.

2013-01-23 14:03 DogLostGlynafon

My heart goes out to Wilbur and his family! I only hope this accident has only happened very recently. So relieved he is now with the vet and receiving the care and painkillers he needs.We will all be willing him to recover from this horrible ordeal.

2013-01-23 13:52 Nickhoneys

Just one thing that makes me so angry. This dog must have been hit by one or more cars to get these injuries. Why didnt they stop???

2013-01-23 13:49 Nickhoneys

Oh poor Wilbur. Its a miracle he's made it this far with those injuries and this weather and he was a fair way from home! One of my dogs has had a hip replacement and is as good as new in that respect. Good luck to Wilbur and his owners. Will continue to think of you xx

2013-01-23 13:47 4paws

Poor Wilbur, everything crossed for a quick recovery.xxx

2013-01-23 13:45 Ellie

Although I am glad his owners have found Wilbur I am so sorry to hear how badly injured he his. Get well soon Wilbur, in my thoughts for his surgery.

2013-01-23 13:41 Unknown

So sorry he is injured. Really hope he pulls through. Liz and doggies xx

2013-01-23 13:34 Nikki (Tyler's mum)

Sending loads of best wishes for Wilbur, at least its a comfort knowing that he has his loving owners by his side x x

2013-01-23 13:27 DogLostSpringerMad - Area Volunteer, East Sussex

Oh poor Wilbur, lost of positive vibes for a full recovery xxx

2013-01-23 13:27 Shereen

Oh Poor Wilbur :( sending prayers for him.Xxx

2013-01-23 13:23 DogLostAngus

PLEASE ALL SAY A PRAYER FOR WILBUR HE IS GOING TO NEED A LOT OF GOOD THOUGHTS

Nicki Montford Wilbur Update.....

He has a fractured pelvis, a ruptured diaphragm and one of his hips is beyond repair, will need a new ball and socket joint. His internal organs have been shunted to one side. It is likely that he received two severe blows. Not the best news in the world but the vet is prepared to attempt to 'put him back together again' I can only hope and pray that it all works out OK. If the surgery does go OK, we are looking at a very long recovery period

2013-01-23 12:01 Nickhoneys

Im so so happy to hear Wibur is found. I live a couple of miles from Wilbur, saw his lost poster in my vets and he is the reason I joined Dog lost and have been looking for him whilst walking my dogs. Please update us on how he is.

2013-01-23 09:20 Noo Noo

So goad you've got him back x

2013-01-23 09:17 Shereen

Ahh poor Wilbur...Thank goodness hes been found...please keep us updated hope hes ok.x

2013-01-23 08:59 Gill

Wilbur has been found, injured but alive !! He was found this morning at the side of the road in Northampton. He has been re-united with his owner and is on his way to her vet. A massive thank you to everyone who was keeping a look out for him.

2013-01-20 13:04 Caz

Has Wilbur got his own Facebook page?, if not can I suggest someone that knows how starts one for him, let's up the ante and spread the news further, let everyone know he is still missing!!

2013-01-20 10:12 Gill

I am heading out to the Grafton Regis/Alderton area today to search for Wilbur. I will take his brother Romeo with me, it may prompt something in someone's memory.

2013-01-20 09:41 Gill

There have been no sightings to date apart from the one and only on the day he went missing.

2013-01-20 09:39 Noo Noo

Hi owner is a friend. Have asked if she has any updates and offered to pass details on. The last message I saw was he'd crossed the a5 but has possibly gone back across. No other sightings as yet. X

2013-01-19 23:11 Caz

have been driving around the lanes to Grafton Regis every day, asking everybody I see, would be helpful to know if there has been any sightings or calls to owner about Wilbur! can anyone in contact with her to find out?? this way people that want to help find him will have something to go on.

2013-01-19 20:42 Jollie32

I am in Towcester and go running regularly with my dog. Do we know whereabouts Wilbur ran off and the best places to start looking? I was going to head up that way tomorrow but wondered the best place to start?

2013-01-18 22:39 Caz

Do we know if owner has had any calls in response to posters? Are there any searches planned?

2013-01-17 13:11 Caz

Just in from driving around the back lanes towards Grafton Regis, spoken to several walkers & security @ Pury Business Park, they will keep eye out, also left poster with Guy that has burger van in layby on A5 as he there very early in mornings ( the smell of grilling sausages & bacon is very inviting), poster also left @ Pets R Us in MK. Seen a poster in Towcester Post Office assume made by owner can we find out what areas she has covered with these? A good point was made on this one in that people often thinks Wilbur is a Labradoodle, have to admit I looked twice!

2013-01-17 09:51 Julie Br

Happy to help with any searches at the weekend. If there is anything I can do let me know. I could print some more posters at work if anyone has the time to poster more areas. I live in Towcester but travel along this stretch of A5 to and from work.

2013-01-16 22:07 Caz

If he did cross A5 then he would be heading Grafton Regis direction, unless he crossed back then he could be heading Buckingham direction.

2013-01-16 20:45 DogLostAngus

Can we try to establish which way he crossed the A5 - Did he cross heading towards Buckingham or towards Grafton Regis ? - I checked kennels at Forest lodge today he is not there but they are aware

2013-01-16 14:17 pixies peeps

Have emailed the poster to towcester racecourse.

2013-01-15 23:09 Jollie32

I am in Towcester so will keep a look out and mention to all other walkers and people I meet.

2013-01-15 21:36 B30

Have emailed owner advice on scenting etc.

2013-01-15 20:40 Unknown

Thanks Julie Br. but he may not respond to been called even by his owner.

Last edited: 2013-01-15 20:40:52

2013-01-15 13:51 Julie Br

I walked my two dogs a little while ago, parked up in Alderton and walked along the bridleway and then across the fields - I did call for him but no sightings. There is still snow lying and didn't spot any pawprints for a dog this size.

2013-01-15 13:01 Unknown

Thanks Caz.

2013-01-15 12:58 Caz

just back in from postering, had very limited supply owing to printer running out of ink, poster left at Algernon Trust, Wakefield Estate, Roman Way Garden centre, Super Sausage Transport Cafe,BP Garage on A5, Beech House Vets, Towcester Vets & Tesco in Towcester. Tried to access Towcester Racecourse but drive to icy for my little car! Also took slow drive thru lanes around Paulersbury, Whittlebury, Pury End, Alderton & Grafton Regis spoke to couple local dog walkers who will look out for Wilburt. Has owner contacted MK dog warden? Sorry can't help with any searches due to disability but can help with transport of searchers if needed. If I can get some ink cartridges in time will take a drive to Bury Mount later as it's a local dog walker hotspot!

2013-01-15 10:16 Unknown

Owner has been in touch with Forest Lodge.

2013-01-15 09:26 Berties Family

shared on facebook x if any searchers are going out please let me know - finish work at 4ish

2013-01-15 03:42 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Alerts emailed to helpers in NN7,11,12,13. MK8,11,12,13,18,19.

2013-01-14 22:50 Caz

Will get posters to all you have mentioned in the morning

2013-01-14 21:58 sas2506

Also, please please ask them to visit Forest Lodge Kennels at Salcey Forest. Just calling them isn't always enough, so they should go and look round incase he has been picked up by the Dog Warden.

2013-01-14 21:56 sas2506

Its Paulerspury not bury - and I am happy to contact Jane at the Algernon Trust (Whittlebury). I can also post on a local dog walking site as we have several members in the Potterspury/Paulerspury area. If hes croseed the A5 heading from the village, he could well end up on the A508 towards Roade/Grafton Regis areas. If you could get a poster over to Jane in Whittlebury that would be ace, and also maybe the vets in Towcester? I know they also have a large animal vet centre in Paulerspury, just off the A5 by the Petrol Station - maybe you could put one there as well (also owned by Towcester Vets).

2013-01-14 20:36 Caz

Just a thought, as he may have crossed the A5 he could have crossed the border into Bucks area, will take poster to the garage on the A5,Wakefield Estate, Garden Centre, Fish farm & has the local rescue centre in Whittlebury been contacted? Tel no 858238. they have dog walkers going out every day, if not I can get a poster to them tomorrow as well.

2013-01-14 19:11 Unknown

Sue, owner is not used to computers, Could you please use a similar off the database to get the alerts out. Thanks x

2013-01-14 14:04 Safedog Crash Tested Car CratesBaggy Dog

I’ve found that it helps to print out an A4 sheet of paper cut into business-card size slips, each with brief details and your phone number on. Give them to all the local dog walkers, postmen etc. you meet. Then if someone has news when they’re out and about they don’t need to find a poster or log on to the site to contact you. Many people won't recognise a Curly so hoping a photo is put on here asap. Good luck, I hope he's home soon.

2013-01-14 13:36 Unknown

Owner sending photo asap.

2013-01-14 13:35 Unknown

Apparently Wilbur has crossed the A5.

2013-01-14 13:23 Unknown

Info and Advice sheet sent.

2013-01-14 10:55 Unknown

Tried to contact owner but went to answer machine, will call later on.