Found: Dark Unknown Female In South East (IG7)

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2015-12-24 10:39 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Hope you and your 4 legs are well, still think of you and Heidi and all that foul weather, Happy Xmas Yvonne X

2014-11-27 10:06 DogLostCJ - Police Liaison & SE Regional Coordinator

Email requested I try and get an update on this girl so have emailed Toni direct asking what the final outcome has been.

2014-07-22 14:25 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Just have to leave a message to let you know I still look in. Hope all is well with you all and Heidi is blossoming XX

2014-04-30 14:34 BigGSDPatlucky

A nice lady called Toni caught her.
I think the dog was poorly.
However Toni was looking after her.
I do not know but think she is in good hands with Toni.

2014-03-30 22:40 BigGSDPatlucky

Owl and chance of an update.
I have followed her from the start.
Plus was in touch all that time with Emillia.
Just would love to know how she is getting on.
I know she was not well when Toni started looking after her.

2014-03-21 06:48 Fiona

What did become of this dog, has anyone any idea. Having followed the story of her capture, would love to know the outcome.

2014-03-01 21:12 Fiona

Check in now and again in the hope of an update.

2014-02-26 12:23 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Toni I hope you read this message. I hope both you and Heidi are well and Heidi is settled in with your dogs. Hope they didn't (or you ) catch the fleas and ticks which are a pain to get rid of. Hope Heidis lumps weren't nasties, thought and think of you both often when the the weather is wet, cold and windy Yvonne XX

2014-02-20 00:14 BigGSDPatlucky

Toni if you ever look in could we have an update please.
I have followed this dog for months.
Just wondered how she is doing.
Thanks

2014-02-19 21:03 Fiona

Would be nice to have an update on Heidi, so hope she is doing good.

2014-01-23 22:11 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Thanks Janiejewel, it's working ok now , probably me, I'm a div on this machine.I hope they also make it law that all DW and rescue/rehoming kennels should have scanners and all found dogs should be advertised on a site like Doglost if not claimed.

2014-01-23 20:33 Unknown

me n my girl. I would contact your local DL Co-ordinator who may be able to give you advice. I totally agree I wish ALL animals would be "Chipped" , as you said it would male life so much easier for all concerned. Roll on 2016 when it will become compulsory for all dogs to be microchipped. Both my cats are "Chipped"

2014-01-22 16:30 BigGSDPatlucky

My fingers are crossed that Toni gets to keep this dog.
Toni has done a marvellous job catching here , and helping her.

2014-01-22 12:32 DogLostOwl

Toni had called the number on this page which is Redbridge, and registered the dog with them. Epping Forest now have the details also, so all is sorted.

2014-01-22 09:40 DogLostOwl

Have spoken with DW who does not have details, so I don't know what happened. DW now has Toni's number so I expect everything will be sorted out.

Last edited: 2014-01-22 09:41:12 by Owl

2014-01-21 21:57 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Does anybody know why I can't edit my posts?

2014-01-21 21:53 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Thanks Owl. Reggiemollieros I agree with you, yes the world would be a better place, I just wish that everbody would have their animals chipped and have the chip checked every year and then more lost and found could be re-united. Somewhere I read that there were houses round the golf course that were empty and being refurbished. I often wondered wether Heidi had been left behind when her owners moved away and that was why she stayed on the course for all that time.

Last edited: 2014-01-21 21:56:18 by Me N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

2014-01-21 21:42 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Toni please ignore my request for the vets phone no. I will find another way. Hope you are ok, hugs to you and Heidi Yvonne XX

2014-01-21 20:12 DogLostOwl

I have spoken with Toni and she did notify the DW last week. They have her details and she is waiting for them to get back to her.

2014-01-21 12:02 Fiona

Aww lovely to see updated pics, hope she recovering, been following this story since day one.

2014-01-21 09:09 BigGSDPatlucky

Thank you for the new photo.
I for one hope she ends up with you Toni.
Heidi looks a lovely dog.
She does look at home with you and she wont want for anything I am sure.
xx

2014-01-21 07:24 Bo

She's lovely - well done Toni.

2014-01-21 05:51 DogLostreggiemollieros

Hello Toni, thank you SO much for looking after Heidi, from the day you found out about her plight to today and making sure that she is safe and getting well. I saw the original gumtree ad and posted it all over hoping someone would help. When I saw the update on gumtree (I am guessing these were from Emilia) that the situation was desperate I posted again in the hope someone could go and assess the situation and get some help SO I was over the moon when you started posting updates. Anyone looking for their dog needs people like you, I wish there were more of you and the world would be a better place and I hope Heidi makes a full recovery. I thought you might be busy getting her well given the length of time she was out there on her own. I would like to send you some money too. My email is further down the page. I did email Ray (about a donation) but have not heard back so maybe I ought to phone him. lots of love to you and Heidi if I see any missing dogs that could be a match I will point them here and am aware she is not chipped as you stated that very early on. Sending you lots of love to pass on to Heidi x

Last edited: 2014-01-21 05:58:52 by reggiemollieros

2014-01-20 22:38 Kinsally

Such a gorgeous girl & Toni thank you so much for everything you are doing for her. She looks so content there & just thank goodness she isn't still out in this freezing weather. Sending Heidi lots of love & well wishes & a big thank you to you Toni for being there for her xx

2014-01-20 22:24 Shereen

No ~Problem x

Bear with me and I will put the two original ones together (F5 to refresh page)

Last edited: 2014-01-20 22:48:42 by Shereen

2014-01-20 22:14 AlisonH

Thanks Shereen.

2014-01-20 22:06 Shereen

I have found Toni's email in admin...I will update the photo now (Thanks Toni)

2014-01-20 21:58 AlisonH

It was me that replied to Claire's request. I have not been able to find any email with updated photo's of this dog. Please resend them and I will update the page asap.

2014-01-20 17:51 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Sorry my fault! My Dongle died on me this weekend....so called umlimited access then you get a message saying you are over your limit?
Its impossible for me to find email from Toni when so many come in....but I do remember Toni did email me...or rather remember the postcode IG7....Have just had the wonderful Ray on the phone supporting Toni...and if someone in admin can look it up that would be good...in the mean time can we all just keep calm and work this out TX...If it was me that informed you Claire...I am on need sleep time...so mistakes can be made.....Especially when others are in admin....THE WORST PERSON IS ME! So if anything has gone wrong its probably my mistake...so the dogs don't have to suffer for my inability do they?

2014-01-20 16:12 ClaireC

Hi Toni I have had confirmation back from the Admin Team at Doglost but to date they have not received your email with closer photographs and seem a bit puzzled about the response that you have from them. Perhaps you would be kind enough to re-send to them or even to me on bprealization@btinternet.com and I will ensure their safe delivery so that closer photograph can be put on this page.

Also, the Epping Forest Dog Warden, Lynne Cook, has asked if you could ring her on 0199256407733 in regard to this dog. She has explained to me that it is she that needs to have the dog registered with as a legal requirement as she was taken from her area. She has asked if this can be done urgently please. Apologies for being the postbox but there is a genuine concern that there is an owner out there looking for their dog and it could very well be Heidi!. Thank you.

2014-01-20 14:13 BigGSDPatlucky

Toni you will be well supported here.
We all thank you for posting and what is more taking good care of her.
Happy to buy tickets too

2014-01-20 08:59 ClaireC

I have asked Admin to check whether the photo and email that Toni has sent into them has been mislaid.

2014-01-20 08:18 Fiona

Thanks for the update, sorry Heidi is not so good, well done for looking after her. Kind regards Fiona genuine dog lover.

ps, I am willing to purchase some of the raffle tickets previously mentioned.

2014-01-19 22:59 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Had to look in before going to bed. Sorry Heidi has got problems but know she will get love and care from you. I would like to pay something towards the vets bills, if you feel you could put the vets telephone no. on here I could pay something using my debit card. Hope the lumps are just fatty tissue, but all very worrying until you know. Hugs to you both Yvonne

Last edited: 2014-01-21 21:36:22 by Me N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

2014-01-19 22:52 BigGSDPatlucky

You are caring fir her so thank you for that.
I will tell Emilia she will be pleased.
It was her that sent me the photos ages back.
I am so glad she is in the warm and being cared for.
Pat

2014-01-19 22:24 Toni

No need to say thank you, she is a poor old girl, she has been treated for worms fleas and tics, a sample has been taken of lumps that she has and is on antibiotics. I hope that she will start to gradually improve with lots of tlc
Toni

Last edited: 2014-01-19 22:32:42 by Toni

2014-01-19 22:22 BigGSDPatlucky

Toni thanks for posting.
My interest in the first place was a Black dog was missing near me back in September.
So I followed with interest it wasn't same one.
However I kept in touch with Emilia while she was feed her.
If you give her a good home that is fine by me as you have been looking after her.
I was worried about IF she had been stolen far from home and dumped.
Photos not been on here long.
How is she doing ?
Just like to say a very big thank you for caring .
xx

2014-01-19 22:13 Toni

I am posting here for the people who are genuinely concerned about heidi. I sent an email with a photograph which went to head office I received an email to say they are passing it on. The dog warden has been contacted by me to do things legally and they have all of the details required. She is,under the vet and quite poorly as she is about 8or9 years old it takes time to recover every piece of information is in the email. And she was checked for a chip by the vet on first visit thank you to all of those that meant the support they gave to me when the journey was getting hard Toni

2014-01-19 21:24 ClaireC

The Dog Warden has been contacted by me and she is very much aware of this dog when it was straying. She had tried on numerous occasions to try to catch her. RSPCA as far as I am aware will only take a dog if it is handed to them and that dog then does its 7 days in a Pound and if no claims it then goes up for rehoming. Again only a period of time is allowed before being PTS. It is always hoped that Toni has now made contact with the Dog Warden at Epping Forest and the number has been supplied to her through this site or through a coordinator. I do not know at this stage whether this legal process has been taken but I will try to find out. Likewise, I do not know who has scanned this dog for a chip.

2014-01-19 19:33 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Toni has said that "Heidi" doesn't have a chip, so I would think it would be difficult for any one claiming her to prove that "Heidi" was their dog, especially as she had been roaming for 5/6 months, and still would be if it wasn't for Toni, Ray and Owl. The RSPCA didn't do much if anything and as far as I know the Dog Warden made no contact with the area co-ordinator that contacted him/her. I eeven asked if there was anybody that had contacts with any GSD rescues, but no help was forthcoming. The only thing I can suggest is anybody that thinks "Heidi"is their dog, is to contact the Redbridge and surrounding areas Dog Wardens. I just hope that both Toni and Heidi are ok as the weather at the time was foul.

2014-01-19 18:43 BigGSDPatlucky

I cannot believe that anyone would take the time to catch a dog.
Yet isn't proud enough to share .
Toni did a brilliant job no doubt about that.
Hope Toni gets on a computer soon.

2014-01-19 17:29 Kinsally

I wonder if Ray who provided the trap would have any further information on how Heidi is doing?

2014-01-18 19:26 BigGSDPatlucky

I forgot about library.
Think there are quite a lot of people hoping for pictures.

2014-01-18 15:51 Fiona

I check daily too, dying to hear how Heidi is progressing. I hope finder is ok, maybe someone should pay a visit just to be sure all is well. Come on Toni let us know how she is doing, beg, steal or borrow a computer, or just go local library.

Last edited: 2014-01-18 15:56:23 by Fiona

2014-01-18 15:24 lunasmum

Keep checking for updates on 'Heidi'. Hope all' well with her!

2014-01-17 12:07 BigGSDPatlucky

Bit disappointed no photos as yet.
Hope Toni get the computer sorted soon.
Look forward to seeing them .

2014-01-16 21:56 BigGSDPatlucky

Would love to see this dog closer up.
Hope the photo's get posted soon.
Fingers crossed.

2014-01-16 08:30 ClaireC

Patlucky would you mind phoning me on 07887652916. I am out and about this morning and will not be able to pick up your call but I can pick up as a missed call and will phone you back when I am not driving. Thank you x

2014-01-15 23:48 BigGSD (external site, opens in new browser window/tab)Patlucky

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2014-01-15 21:54 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Hi everyone, absolutely well done Toni for catching this sweet dog. Also well done to everyone who helped from the start including Emilia, Sara and Ray. Toni you did great to catch her and to take care of her. Please do contact the Dog Warden, as Claire mentions below. Reason being, we don't want any kind person to get in trouble for rescuing a poor dog. It is better you contact her rather than have her come calling. Once again, absolutely well done indeed. What's this about raffle tickets? Sounds good. x

2014-01-15 18:59 ClaireC

Hi Toni, is it at all possible for you to post a more clearer phot of this dog for us please? I am reading some of the posts that are from owners of lost or stolen dogs and I can understand how they feel - they just want to get their dog back and are very desparate to see if this one is theirs! If you read some of the very desparate posts on the recently Found dogs -All Areas - Dog ID 63092 then you may understand that these folk are just as desparate. I am not sure whether you have now registered this dog with the dog warden but for ease her name is Lynne Cook and she can be contacted on 0199256407733. I do know that she does have a number of missing dogs from her area with anxious owners and of course this is a legal requirement for anyone that finds a dog. I do sincerely hope that you will find the time to at least give some owners the chance to see that this is/is not their dog. If you are struggling to get a photograph on, as you have intimated that your laptop is not working correctly then please feel free to email them me on bprealization@btinternet.com and I can get someone to put on this dog's page. Thank you for keeping "Heidi" safe for now. Don't forget there were a few of us who wanted to buy some raffle tickets from you and I for one will happily purchase some. Look forward to hearing from you and thank you x

2014-01-15 08:31 ClaireC

We are trying.

2014-01-15 00:10 BigGSDPatlucky

To LG Conda.
Sorry I missed the message here that you posted yesterday.
If I could remember who you are I would text you.
Not sure who you are sorry.

2014-01-14 22:21 DogLostSue - Volunteer E Sussex & Kent

Still no pictures please can someone from Doglost chase this up as people are anxious to see her thx

2014-01-14 16:46 BigGSDPatlucky

Has anyone phoned or text Toni.
Is that the phone number above.

2014-01-14 15:14 DogLostreggiemollieros

Hopefully Toni (who I only know from posts on here) will sort out the laptop problem soon.

2014-01-14 15:13 DogLostreggiemollieros

Just in case anyone missed this further down.
2014-01-10 20:04 Toni
She has been scanned for a chip and does not have one.

2014-01-14 08:35 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Perhaps the reason that there aren't any photos of "Heidi" or any posts from Toni is because on her last post 10.1 Toni says " SORRY I HAVE NOT POSTED ANY PICS YET I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO USE MY LAPTOP " I don't know Tony but am confident that she is doing everything that is right for Heidi. Thank you LG Conda for doing all you did for Heidi when she was months on the loose.

2014-01-14 01:29 LG CONDA

The first picture I took, Pat Lucky, I sent it to the lady you mention. I fed this dog for months and tried to rescue her. Pat you messaged me re a missing dog, and then I got a new phone and lost your contact, sorry. I had asked you for pictures of the dog you were looking for. The dog I fed is NONE OF THe LINked Dogs here. Would you or Emila get in touch.

2014-01-13 23:07 Lynneben

Why is Toni not posting any photos of this dog. And why is she not responding. Does anyone know her who can answer these questions. The owner is out there waiting to have their dog back. Please respond Toni.

2014-01-13 22:24 BigGSDPatlucky

Toni must know there are a lot of us interested in this girl.
I hope she posts soon

2014-01-13 17:11 ClaireC

We think with Toni. It is something we are hoping to see her respond - soon!

2014-01-13 16:32 BigGSDPatlucky

Does anyone on dog lost know where this dog is please.?
No photo's have appeared.
Is the dog now in kennels or still with Toni?

2014-01-13 09:23 ClaireC

http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=48928

Caitlin.

2014-01-12 22:35 BigGSDPatlucky

Thanks for that Spindle

2014-01-12 20:17 Spindle

Patlucky, Caitlin, Dog. Number 48928.

2014-01-12 19:37 BigGSDPatlucky

I cannot even find Caitlin can someone put a link please.

2014-01-12 19:33 DogLostSue - Volunteer E Sussex & Kent

Toni any chance of some up to date pictures please or if you can't post could you forward to someone who can please, two Belgian shepherd people have said it could be Caitlin but can't see enough on photos posted thx

2014-01-12 14:12 ClaireC

Thank you Patlucky. Hopefully Toni will email in some closer photos which will make identification of possibly someones lost/stolen dog that much easier if there is an owner out there.

2014-01-12 13:56 BigGSDPatlucky

Thanks Claire it just makes it a bit easier.
It is a shame but I only have one more picture of her.
The lady took them for me as I asked her to.
Just got an e-mail from her saying they are the only photos.
The dog looks like it has some brown on it.
The lady has told me she only saw Back.
Please NOTE these photos were taken 17 SEPTEMBER 2013.
So any dog that matches up will be lost before that.
Thought that might be of help

2014-01-12 13:03 ClaireC

Just as I asked admin the gender was put on!

2014-01-12 08:43 BigGSDPatlucky

http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=49277#.UtJVDbWYaAI

Tigan just in case people who read cannot find

2014-01-12 02:19 Woo sips

Have sent a message to Victor & Tigans Facebook page. Could this be Tigan?

2014-01-12 00:19 BigGSDPatlucky

Could this possibly be the dog?

http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=47491#.UtHfULWYaAI

2014-01-12 00:04 BigGSDPatlucky

Sue sent but there is only one extra.
Please NOTE the photos were sent to me on 17th September.
There for any lost dogs would be before that date.
I have found one dog that it might be just looking for it will post when I find.
In the earlier photo I sent it looks like a lot of Brown near tummy.

2014-01-11 23:42 BigGSDPatlucky

Thanks so much Hazel for posting the picture on BIGGSD .
I do hope she gets reunited soon.

2014-01-11 23:40 DogLostSue - Volunteer E Sussex & Kent

Thx for the photo Patlucky is it possible to have some more please Toni as a friend with Belgians said it could be a belgian out of coat but photo isnt that clear

2014-01-11 23:21 Big GSDAstralhaze

We have a thread running on Biggsd for this girl

http://s10.zetaboards.com/biggsd/topic/7482395/1/#new

Hoping that the more her story is visible to people the better change her owners can find her.

Fingers crossed it won't be long before she is in 'Reunited' section

2014-01-11 23:18 BigGSDPatlucky

Thank you so much dog lost

2014-01-11 22:37 BigGSDPatlucky

I know its only a minor detail .
Can the gender be put on the details above please.
Thank you

2014-01-11 21:16 ClaireC

Lynneben, I have alerted Caitlin's owners to this found dog. I will follow up with a text message to them. Thank you for thinking of Caitlin.

2014-01-11 20:56 ClaireC

Maybe Toni will have some closer photos of this found dog for a better view of her face. I'm sure she will have some by now and will send one in.

2014-01-11 19:55 BigGSDPatlucky

Glad to see the photos here.
They are the ones I have.
The lady who sent them to me has managed to send them.
I could only send via email.
Good luck Sue hope it is your friends dog

2014-01-11 19:55 Unknown

So pleased this dog is now safe. Well done to those who were involved in catching her. Hope an owner claims.

2014-01-11 19:35 Lynneben

Pleased to see this now in found. Does this dog have a rough coat. I wonder if it could be Caitlin a Belgium Shepherd Grondendale

2014-01-11 18:36 BigGSDPatlucky

Sue
Just sent you the photo.
Can you email me back please let me know you got it.
Thanks
Pat

2014-01-11 18:05 ClaireC

I have asked if this dog can be placed under the Found column rather than the Reunited. I feel that if she does belong to someone then they wouldn't look in the Reunited column. Hope this helps other that are desparately looking for their much loved dog. I do agree that a photo would be very helpful to match up. Toni, if you are having difficulty with loading a photo then maybe somebody that does have a photo may be able to email it into Admin!

Last edited: 2014-01-11 18:08:17 by ClaireC

2014-01-11 13:51 DogLostSue - Volunteer E Sussex & Kent

Patlucky any chance you can email me the picture you have please so my friend can out her mind at rest one way or the other? sue@magicagilityk9.plus.com

Last edited: 2014-01-11 13:51:33 by Sue - Volunteer E Sussex & Kent

2014-01-11 13:08 BigGSDPatlucky

Sue I have a picture taken in September of this dog.
A lady that worked at a house backing on the golf course took it and sent it to me.
This dog is all Black could be taken for a GSD but has quite long legs.
The ears are upright.
It is probably like said above a resembles a Kelpie.

2014-01-10 23:36 BigGSDPatlucky

It would be a brilliant world if all dogs were scanned .
I am so glad she is safe.

2014-01-10 23:20 DogLostSue - Volunteer E Sussex & Kent

LG CONDA please could you post some pictures as my friend is waiting to see if its her lost dog, also very confusing that the dogs been moved to reunited page when she been caught and found

2014-01-10 21:30 lunasmum

Thank you Toni for answering my question about a microchip. So glad Heidi's now safe, dry & warm

2014-01-10 21:12 Kinsally

Thank you Toni for looking after this girl & making sure she gets all the care she needs. It was your determination & perseverance that ensured this girl was saved from the sad life she was living. If it wasn't for you doing what you done I'm sure she'd still be there now. Heidi found her saviour xx

2014-01-10 20:04 Toni

She has been scanned for a chip and does not have one. I am taking her to the vets to be checked over, it looks like she has tics. Which they will sort out and I will also have a better idea of her age and breed Sorry I have not posted any pics yet. I have not been able to use my laptop, I have some lovely pics and will post them ASAP

2014-01-10 19:27 BigGSDPatlucky

Toni by all accounts is looking after the dog.
Posted that there would be pictures posted of her.
I cannot find any pictures posted.
I do personally have picture of her taken a couple of months ago.
It was taken when being fed in a back garden backing onto golf course.

2014-01-10 18:38 ClaireC

Reunited usually means that they are back with their owners, rehomed or deceased.

2014-01-10 18:10 lunasmum

Has "Heidi" been scanned for a microchip? There could be an owner out there somewhere searching for their beloved lost or stolen dog.

2014-01-10 12:05 BigGSDPatlucky

I agree this dog should be in the found.
I have a photo of her in Chigwell golf course.
I am wondering why she is in reunited?
Or is a she reunited?

2014-01-10 09:27 ClaireC

Looking forward to seeing a photo of her. Hope she is continuing to do well. I do also think that maybe she should be in the Found column as stated Sighted but now Caught just in case somebody is looking for their lost dog.

2014-01-10 04:54 LG CONDA

I live backing onto the golf course, and I have fed the dog, black dog since she started coming daily in the early Autumn. I have pictures, I haven't seen her since last Friday. We built up a friendship, and i think she slept in my garden too sometimes. I would like to find out more and see her maybe. I am happy she is safe as I was so worried aobut her, and care about her very much, and she was gentle, and beautiful, I wonder if she was young as she was naive; she was also scared, but it seemed like she treked to me. Please message me, thanks I also have tarps if you need, I made her a shelter, she rarely stayed and now I know why. I am very glad she is safe, as I too have been worried sick, about her in this weather. When we tried to catch her she ran away. Where did you catch her and when?

Last edited: 2014-01-10 05:22:04 by LG CONDA

2014-01-09 20:34 Unknown

Is this girl reunited or caught? Maybe should be moved to green if someone looking for her?
Good job Toni!

2014-01-09 08:47 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Like the name Toni and the reason, thought you might have called her Raine, Rayne and more Reign LOL . Do you still think she may be deaf or was it perhaps to do with the wind direction? I wonder if the lady that first reported her on Gumtree (Emilia) comes on here, I think Patlucky may have her contact details, as it would be nice to let her know that Heidi is safe now. She was so concerned about Heidi that she offered £100 to anybody that would capture her. So glad the right person managed it, good to read that she is settling in with you and yours. Perhaps she is a gsd X lurcher, as you said you recognised some lurcher traits and of course sofa surfing is one of them XX Yvonne

2014-01-09 02:43 DogLostSue - Volunteer E Sussex & Kent

So pleased she has been caught and waiting to see pictures in vague hope its Caitlin, has she been checked for a chip pls?

2014-01-08 20:39 DogLostMax - Area Co-ordinator - Cornwall & Area Volunteer - Durham & Ireland

Have just been catching up on this thread, as have not managed to for a while, & I am so pleased that 'Heidi' has now been caught.
Toni you have done a fantastic job. Well done also to Ray & everyone else involved. It makes it all worthwhile when a dog is safe/reunited.

2014-01-08 19:48 Toni

I do just have to say that we both slept so well last night! x

2014-01-08 19:43 Toni

Hiedi Is the name she has been given as she had been hiding away for so long! I gave the lady a call about the two dogs that were taken from her home but they were German shepards. I have kept her number just incase I hear anything.

I will be getting some photos tom during daylight. She has been getting on well with my two dogs still and has found herself a place on my sofa. I cannot wait until she has put some weight on. I am going to start selling raffle tickets this weekend and as well as a picture of Heidi I will put a couple of my pictures up so people can see what they will be getting as prizes. I am still not sure what she is but she is beautiful!!
Toni

2014-01-08 17:41 Barney 'n' Ozzie's mum

Fantastic news! Bless you both! I too would be interested in buying raffle tickets and also seeing a photo of her x

2014-01-08 12:19 digbysmum

Brilliant. Well done everyone xx

2014-01-08 07:37 Unknown

What a great New Year gift for her owners. Well done to those who managed to catch her:-) Stay close now:-)xxx

2014-01-08 00:04 Carol

Toni n Ray we all love you well done to you both horray xxxxxx

2014-01-07 23:57 tracy pitman

hi toni well done for catching her now i know its a long shot and im praying it is her my freinds dogs victor and tigen was taken back in feb from westkings down kent which isnt that far from essex im freinds with the owners and for months have been looking and poster up about these 2 could this girl be tigen im hopeing it is i have email u many thanks

2014-01-07 23:28 DogLostJulie - Area Co-ordinator - Surrey & South London

Delighted to see this news - well done to you Toni you are one in a million for all you have done for this dog and continue to do. With all good wishes to you. Julie xx

2014-01-07 22:25 Debs

Absolutely fantastic news! So glad she's finally been caught and out of this horrific weather. Well done!!!

2014-01-07 22:22 Kinsally

Oh my goodness what wonderful news!!I'm so pleased to read this dear girl has been caught. Toni you are truly wonderful for all you've done & Ray for providing the trap & making this possible. I think all of us can sleep better knowing this girl is safe & sound & out of the appalling weather. Toni you did her proud. Please give her hugs from us all she must be so happy to be in a real home bless her heart. I would also like to buy some raffle tickets. Thank you again so very much I can't wait to see her picture Pat xxx

2014-01-07 22:19 DogLostreggiemollieros

Oh wow, oh wow, oh wow. I almost fell off my seat I am so happy. Toni you are a gem and Ray is just amazing. Well done and keep me posted on the raffle. I will be in contact with Ray about putting a donation to his petrol costs xx

Last edited: 2014-01-07 23:40:10 by reggiemollieros

2014-01-07 22:07 DogLostOwl

Congratulations Toni, so pleased you managed to bring her in.

2014-01-07 21:38 AlisonH

Thank you for the update. So pleased to be moving to reunited.

2014-01-07 19:51 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Sooo pleased she and you are safe and warm in this terrible weather, well done. It's been a slog for you, but you did say you didn't give up easily. We can't keep calling her "HER" you aught to give HER a name. Is she a breed or a cross, not that it matters. Bet she thinks she's in heaven. Thank you, thank you, thank you and thsnk you to Ray too. Yvonne.

2014-01-07 19:45 ClaireC

Toni as a thought proudly change the wording to Sighted now Caught!xx

2014-01-07 19:40 ClaireC

Well done to you Toni for all your patience and getting this girl to safety especially in view of the appalling weather which you both must have endured. Enjoy your sleep tonight as I'm sure "your girl" will in the warm. Look forward to the updates. xx

2014-01-07 18:07 Toni

Thank you to me and my girl for the offer of tarpaulins I would have contacted you if needed
Regards
Toni

2014-01-07 18:00 Toni

If I can I would also like to be able to give some of the funds from the raffle to dogslost who i would also like to say a big thank you to as well.

Last edited: 2014-01-07 18:04:45 by Toni

2014-01-07 17:56 Toni

I would like to let everyone know that she is now home with me Ray left the trap and I fed her in it for two days, then today I set the trap up within ten minutes the door came down . She is a gentle girl who needs a lot of love and food!!. I will now sort out the raffle and let everyone know on this page how to get tickets etc as I would still like too send some money to Ray to help with his petrol etc in catching others who are in need thank you to everyone for your support
I will post a picture of her tomorrow as I am just letting her settle tonight
Regards
Toni

2014-01-07 12:38 ClaireC

Me too I would like to buy some tickets. Hope all is going well for you and this dog at the moment. We are all thinking of you xx

2014-01-06 14:56 DogLostreggiemollieros

Thank you Claire.
Toni: I would also like to buy raffle tickets if that goes ahead xx

2014-01-04 18:05 ClaireC

Hi reggiemollieros if you phone Ray's Kennel they will advise how to make a donation. Number is on my post dtd 2/1/14

2014-01-04 16:39 DogLostreggiemollieros

Thanks for the update Toni, I will keep checking for the details of the best way to make a contribution x

2014-01-03 09:34 Kinsally

Keep checking on this page for updates. The weather was so awful last night I kept thinking about this girl out there alone. I feel glad when the morning is here & the night time is over for her. Toni you are doing so much to help her & thank goodness she has you. Your kindness to dogs is heart warming & I hope & pray you get this girl out of this situation sooner rather than later, & you get any help you need in getting her to safety really soon. Yes we are all thinking of you & this special girl. Pat xx

2014-01-02 19:05 ClaireC

Hi Toni not sure if you've got Ray's mobile number but the Kennels telephone number is 01564 823244. You are doing a really great job especially in view of this horrendous weather which is set for bad again over the next 3 days. Will keep watching this page but just wished I was nearer to be able to help out. We are all thinking of you though xx

2014-01-02 12:55 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Toni have you got a name for her? You are doing great especially as weather is against you. I have got a couple of Aldi tarpaulins complete with cords in my car if her shelter gets destroyed and you need a cover, I've also got pond net pegs if you need them. I look in 2 or 3 times a day and am only in Hornchurch. Hope you have a happy, healthy 2014 Yvonne

2014-01-02 06:15 Toni

I think that people could also just send contribtions directly to Ray, I will find out how this is best done when I speak to him
Many thanks Toni

2014-01-02 05:40 Toni

Hi Claire I do understand what you mean and I just meant that where there is a will there is a way and I do not giove up easily. I have taken in ex fighting dogs and bait dogs, also Lurchers that have been kept in really bad conditions to be bred for Lamping. I have two dogs and I also have to be careful for their sakes too. I have been watching her for a while now and she has many traits of a lurcher that I took in and so I know that I have to be so patient and even though sometimes I could reach out and touch her I wont. She has started to come up to me whilst I am on the floor just sniffing me and my bag. I have already set up a cage where she sleeps with plastic over it and I have covered it in branches and leaves etc a blanket and bowls for food and water which she is using that has been set up for three days now and she is getting used to me returning to it etc. And thank you Lesely I will let you know when I have sorted out the raffle tickets and how I can get the ticket nmbers etc to those who kindly buy them. through email and paypal, I can also send some copies of my work to people, so they know what sort of artwork I do Thank you once again Happy New Year to everyone x

2014-01-01 18:55 DogLostreggiemollieros

Just wanted to say Happy New Year to you Toni and thank you for all your are doing for this dog. If you missed my earlier comment happy to make a contribution either by buying some raffle tickets or just making a donation. All the best Lesley xx

2014-01-01 10:53 ClaireC

Hi Toni, I was with Ray when we caught the GSD Dog ID 61187 in Wing. It does sound very easy to say that "if I catch her I would carry her home etc. Its not that easy for a dog that has been living "wild". She will need some expert care when she is caught and she will, almost certainly "put up a fight" out of fright and she will be very unsure of what is happening to her. She will then most definitely need to be "rehabilitated back into being re-socialised" and unfortunately this does or could take a very long time. It would be a rather unusual dog to think to itself this nice and cosy and I think I'll be good! I do agree that she most certainly does need to be trapped and by an experienced person such as Ray. I do know that the demands on Ray's time are enormous as he is "here, there and everywhere" as well as running his own kennels etc. In conversation with him the other day he has spoken about this dog and is very much aware that she needs help. I think what you are doing is such a great help for this dog by setting up the feeding station at such a regular time each day. Possibly what you could do if you think this dog is sheltering under a tree is maybe place a box dependent on the size of the dog with some form of waterproof covering and perhaps a blanket inside and then start to place the food inside so that the dog gets used to going into it. It is very much a waiting game but you are going in the right direction however frustrating and sad it seems. I know I didn't sleep very well whilst trying to catch the GSD!

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2013-12-31 22:46 Kinsally

Any news on this dear girl? Been thinking of her out there. Please don't be scared sweetheart stay safe xxx

2013-12-31 06:42 Bo

Can we just buy one and it can be used by all that need it? This one here seems a good choice
http://www.trapman.co.uk/trapman.co.uk-fox-traps/new-professional-fox-trap.html
£199 including delivery.

Last edited: 2013-12-31 06:47:28 by Bo

2013-12-29 22:02 DogLostreggiemollieros

Toni I would be happy to make a contribution to Ray's costs. If you have paypal I can send some money or find a way to get some money to you. My email is lesley.white@tiscali.co.uk thanks x

2013-12-29 19:53 Kinsally

This poor girl, yes Toni it must be so hard walking away from her but your doing the most wonderful thing for her & she is gaining so much trust in you. I hope that Ray can come back really soon as she does need to be caught before the really bad weather sets in. I think she is getting very attached to you & is trusting you more & more & I think she wants you to help her & rescue her from this place she's surviving in. Thank you Toni for everything you are doing for her, you are her lifeline xx

2013-12-29 19:25 Toni

No she has not got a collar on, and today as I was hiding behind a tree making sure she ate before I left, and as I turned and looked down she was sniffing around my bag! Then she ran. I know that she is not taking shelter at night she is sleeping under a tree so that she can easily run when in danger. I can also confirm that she cannot hear very well as I was breaking branches etc as I crept up behind her and she did not move until she saw me. I am relieved everyday that I see her but really sad every night I leave her there. I have got friends that I can call on to get me if I get he,r if not I do not live that far about twenty mins I would carry her home if I have to. I am sitting here with my two dogs in front of the fire, and I cant stop thinking about her in this cold. I am taking her a blanket tomorrow hopefully she will use it and not just move away from it she needs something to snuggle up in. I am holding a raffle were I live to raise some money to give to Ray so that he may be able to come back with the cage and try again. the prize is a commission as I do a lot of dog portraits etc so hopefully it will help Ray with petrol money. Keep your fingers crossed and thank you for your messagesof support x

2013-12-27 15:26 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Toni that's great news, have you got a plan as to what you will do when you capture her. ie she may not be willing to get in a car or van, can you call for some help if you're on your own? I don't suppose you can see if she's wearing a collar, and it's it not really the weather for hanging about in. Thanks for caring.xx

2013-12-26 23:27 Kinsally

That's great news! it sounds like she's gaining her trust in you Toni. Your doing an amazing job there & it's such a relief to know she's getting food bless her. Keep thinking about this poor girl too & praying for good news really soon xx ps that's ok it's so easy done when using your phone!I'd just posted if there was any news x

2013-12-26 22:23 Toni

Went to the golf course as usual today and for the first time she was sitting in nearby bushes waiting for me! I am going to take a dog bowl with me tomorrow so she gets used to it . She also was closer to me today than she has ever been.

2013-12-26 20:45 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

I looked on Wallace Kennels FB site looking to see if a similar dog had gone missing in the area, couldn't find any missing but there was a picture on there of this dog when it was first reported on Gumtree if that helps. I can't do much on this machine it's all beyond me but bet there is somebody out there that could transfer it over to here.

2013-12-25 17:16 DogLostreggiemollieros

Thanks to everyone who is helping this dog. Thank you Toni as well for all you are doing and of course Ray. She is on my mind a lot and it is such a comfort to know people are looking out for her xx

2013-12-25 13:18 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Thanks for all you're doing for this poor dog, I don't live too far but am not physically able to help. Wonder if any of the local re-homing centres could help you as well. So the dogs a female and you don't think she's a GSD, be lovely if you can capture her, the RSPCA obviously gave up. Thanks again to those that are continuing the search

2013-12-24 22:54 Toni

Sorry did not mean to hit report this on last comment using phone really sorry just wanted to let everyone know that Ray was not able to catch her the day he came but is coming back. I have been sitting watching her all afternoon and made sure I watched her eat the food I put down for her as the blackbirds and foxes try to get to it first. I am going at the same time every day so that she gets used to me, and so I know she is eating something to see her through the cold weather. Desperately wanted her with me for Xmas but its going to take time. Happy Christmas to you all, will let you know if anything changes.

2013-12-20 21:43 Kinsally

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2013-12-19 14:10 DogLostreggiemollieros

Me too.

2013-12-19 10:07 Toni

Keep fingers crossed for today!

2013-12-17 00:21 Kinsally

Thank you Toni & reggiemollieros & Owl for giving this poor dog it's own page now.I can't stop thinking about it out there in this awful weather too. I hope Ray can help really soon. It must be so lonely out there & scared poor baby, keep safe now sweetheart xx

2013-12-16 11:23 DogLostOwl

Thank you Toni.

2013-12-16 02:27 Toni

I have emailed Ray some pics that look like the dog, people are sure its a girl. I have also put together a map of where the dog has been sighted etc Lets hope before the end of the week she will be safe

2013-12-15 23:09 DogLostreggiemollieros

I have a photo from the original gumtree advert which I will email to admin with the above reference. I also have the wording from the original advert which I will send too.

2013-12-15 23:02 DogLostOwl

Can anyone give me an exact description of colour and build of this dog please? I will then add it to details.

Last edited: 2013-12-16 12:01:39 by Angus

2013-12-15 21:50 Kinsally

Fingers crossed that this poor dog can be safely caught asap. I can't stop thinking about he/she. Good luck to Ray with the trap & thank you Toni & everyone for all their help & concern. Just be so good to know it's safe xx

2013-12-15 20:37 Admin

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