Reunited: White Golden Retriever Male

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2017-04-15 09:03 Willow Dood

I am so glad that justice has been delivered this time a dog was stolen. Let's hope this sets a precedent and that future crimes are treated the same way. I have seen first hand how much anguish is felt by the dog owner when their dog is stolen and it doesn't lessen as time goes on and the dog isn't found. Nobody should have to go through this because some lowlife decides that this is an easy way to make some money. Dogs and their owners share a unique relationship and no one should be allowed to destroy this for the sake of a few hundred pounds. I am so glad for Buddy and his owners. Stay safe now! xxxx

2016-11-04 10:30 Mel

So pleased you got Buddy back home where he belongs; I really cant understand why people take a dog away from what he knows and loves, a secure home. Glad to see justice has been dished out for a change. Its about time dog theft is treated as a crime; we love our dogs. Have a good life Buddy with your family x

2016-11-04 10:02 Skywalker99

The woman who stole Buddy was sentenced to 16 months in prisaon at the the start of October.

2015-09-30 16:04 Aimees mum

I thought you'd like to hear the latest.... The lady who allegedly stole Buddy was due in court on 1 September but failed to turn up. She was found and arrested last night and after spending the night in a police cell appeared before the Magistrates Court this morning. At this morning's hearing she pleaded not guilty and elected for a trial by jury in the Crown Court. The next hearing will be in October when it is likely that a date for the trial will be set. Let's keep our opinions to ourselves at this stage as it is important to remember that she has not been convicted.

2015-08-16 18:21 Unknown

People like this should be named, and shamed

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2015-08-16 16:21 charlie and sooty

Lets hope that this gets full national coverage and a good out come, as it may teach others x

2015-08-16 16:04 Unknown

Great news, will watch with interest...... hopefully may be a trend to convict these thieves xx

2015-08-16 15:29 ClaireC

Wonderful news. Stay safe and close Buddy. Hope the thieves enjoy their day in Court!xx

Last edited: 2015-08-16 15:30:05 by ClaireC

2015-08-16 14:37 Caz

Fingers crossed that the case gets full media coverage & Courts send out a loud & clear message to dog thieves.

2015-08-16 14:07 Unknown

Jacey. Could`nt agree more. Hope justice will be done.

2015-08-16 13:59 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Tx..worth a bump!

2015-08-16 13:31 Jaycey

Just saw this on Facebook...Great news for dog thefts..Hope she gets locked up and key thrown away!!!

We are pleased to tell you that a woman has been charged in connection with his theft and will appear in court next month. We will be at court to hear what she has to say for herself and will keep you updated.

Prosecutions for dog theft are very rare so we are pleased that this particular incident is going to trial. Unfortunately, we cannot give you anymore information about the theft or the woman but god willing, should she be found guilty then we will of course ensure that you know everything about her.

More news to follow.

The Pet Detectives

2015-06-12 17:29 Folly

Wonderful. Well done to all who helped.

2015-06-12 15:37 angi

made my day :) welcome home gorgeous xxx

2015-06-12 11:42 Goldenfrodo

Fantastic news x Welcome home lovely Buddy xx

2015-06-12 11:26 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Great news!

2015-06-12 11:20 Maggie

Yayyyyyyyyyy fantastc news!!

Welcome home Buddy ((HUGS)) xx

2015-06-12 10:52 Lynne

So very pleased for you and Buddy. Please keep us updated on how the case progresses. These people shouldn't get away with just taking someone's family member xx

2015-06-12 08:35 Fiona

Yayy, have a lovely weekend spoiling your pooch. So pleased for you x

2015-06-12 08:16 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Lovely reunited photo.x

2015-06-12 06:48 allimac

So VERY VERY pleased for you, and for Buddy. Brilliant news. Hope the other dogs at the address can also be reunited. WHY did they take him? WHAT makes people do this? And then just leave him in the garden with no water, shelter or love? whywhywhywhywhywhy?

2015-06-11 23:12 Clarkey - Area Co-ordinator, East Sussex

Fantastic news! Well done to all involved in getting Buddy home.

2015-06-11 22:10 Julie Dogs

This fantastic news has made my day! Thrilled for Buddy and his owners. Well done everyone involved. Social media is indeed a powerful tool. Hope the despicable women who stole Buddy and other pets are publically named shamed and prosecuted. Stay safe now Buddy!

2015-06-11 21:57 Unknown

great news, one less to worry about

2015-06-11 21:50 Unknown

There is some intel to come from this, and I'm sure our co-ordinator, Hazel, will be straight on to it.

2015-06-11 20:58 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Great news:)) Welcome home gorgeous Buddy.xx
Well done to all involved.x

2015-06-11 20:36 Unknown

Wonderful news, its says on Facebook there were other dogs in the house could they have been stolen also?

2015-06-11 20:22 Unknown

very good news indeed and good on that person that did the tip off that led Buddy home safe. x

2015-06-11 19:30 skyninchar

What great news, lovely to see him blue x

2015-06-11 19:07 Archsuzanne

I am so so happy he is back home xx Stay safe little Buddy

2015-06-11 18:59 Aimees mum

LOOK WHO'S HOME! Been left in a garden in north Watford in the sun alone with owners out. Thank you to Luke Mitchell Oxhey Police Sergeant for getting him back! He's dehydrated and a little anxious but we're going to make him the most spoilt dog EVER!! THANK YOU EVERYONE. Social media led to the sighting. THANK YOU! https://www.facebook.com/BringhomeBuddy?fref=nf

Last edited: 2015-06-11 19:09:26 by Aimees mum

2015-06-11 18:59 Unknown

Some lovely reunited photos on his page. I hope the police do something about the opportunist thief who took him.

2015-06-11 18:50 csquaredb

Says he's been found on his FB page! Brilliant news. So pleased this little one is safe at last x

2015-06-11 13:44 Aimees mum

An appeal has been made for an anonymous caller in Watford who states that her neighbour has recently acquired a similar dog to make contact in total confidence. A reward is being offered for Buddy's safe return.

2015-06-11 12:57 Liahmoon

We are desperate to get Buddy back and would have done anything to take that TV slot. We have been working very closely with Hazelbella who has done a lot for us. Alex Greaves (Aimees Mum) has also been updating this page on our behalf as I work in the day as I'm sure anyone who loses a dog knows how exhausting the whole thing is especially when you have hundreds of comments and messgaes a day to keep track of. We are working with as many sites and organisations that we can and one of them includes a private agency because we are extremely desperate and would hate to think we would miss out on potential help as a result of that. Colin our detective is speaking with media but we have also had to do a lot of it ourselves without much result to be honest. We haven't had any national press cover us yet and we're very upset to think we have missed out here. It's extremely emotionally draining and we are so grateful to everyone commenting below with all their support and love for us and Buddy. We will keep going. As long as it takes and throughever it takes to bring him back. Thank you. Liah & Andy xx

Last edited: 2015-06-11 12:59:57 by Liahmoon

2015-06-11 11:48 Unknown

We did have a national TV slot for next week which would have been perfect for Buddy, but as they have hired a private detective who seems to be handling their PR we will offer it to another owner.

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2015-06-11 07:44 Unknown

How dare these people steal someones pet. Make Buddy "TOO HOT TO HANDLE" as you are doing. Hope he will be home sooob I feel like chopping their hands off. all xd.

2015-06-11 00:16 Aimees mum

Cheers hazebella for the info. I know Liah is swamped with juggling finding Buddy with work and I agree that this sounds more like a puppy farm so rather than burden Liah can someone look into this further? I am helping as much as I can but the more helpers the better!

2015-06-11 00:04 Unknown

this is from the article.....................A total of 42 puppies including beagles, miniature daschunds, Cavalier King Charles spaniels, labradors, spaniels and shih-tzus were seized on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 following concerns for animals living at an address in the area.
The puppies have been placed into the care of RSPCA inspectors after there was suspicion that offences had been committed under the Animal Welfare Act.

The puppies are receiving treatment from a vet and will remain in the RSPCA’s care, pending the outcome of the investigation.

Most times these raids are exactly that, dogs from puppy farming , once they have done their investigations if there were any dogs that were chipped the owners would be notified.

2015-06-10 22:26 Aimees mum

ronmaxtye, Do you have any further info? Is there anything to suggest that they are stolen rather than a puppy farm?

2015-06-10 21:38 Unknown

Essex police seized 40 pups from 2 ladies in area, pups given to RSPCA, has anyone checked to see if this is one of them

2015-06-10 21:29 Aimees mum

Thanks Hazebella. I know that Liah will appreciate it x

2015-06-10 21:11 Unknown

Aimees mum bumped now. x

2015-06-10 16:25 Aimees mum

From Buddy's FB page...

TODAY'S UPDATE.
We have now discovered that the silver chain/attached to a blue and white badge worn by the passenger would only be worn by local hospital workers including Watford General.
Were now reaching out to hospital staff and the police have requested footage from the British Transport Police to capture this woman's identity as it's believed she came through Carpenders Park station around 1:35. She is a key witness and we need to find her.
We're now reaching out to local hospital staff to find her. Do you work at Watford General and know someone who fits the description?
Thank you so much to everyone. Your support is keeping us going. Xxxx

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2015-06-10 14:24 Aimees mum

appealing for anyone who works at Watford General Hospital who would be able to assist them in circulating Buddy's details and/or anyone who works at this hospital that could help them identify who the black woman. Can anyone help?

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2015-06-10 12:57 Aimees mum

Buddy's owners are in bits and are having to juggle finding him with work. I've managed to get Birds of a Feather actress Linda Robson to RT his Facebook page and am working on other celebs! Can anyone else help tweet Buddy to other celebs?

2015-06-10 00:44 Aimees mum

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2015-06-10 00:32 Aimees mum

hazebella Area Co-ordinator Hertfordshire & Essex borders can Buddy be bumped as a result of press coverage

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2015-06-10 00:27 Aimees mum

we have already discovered that the white woman, Blonde, in her 40's in the blue car that picked up Buddy was on her own when he was placed into the car. A black woman appeared a short while later; she was wearing a distinctive blue and white photo ID badge on a metal chain. It has been reported that she also appeared as ‘Matronly’. The black woman noticed Buddy and commented that he was a lovely dog and got into the passenger seat of the car, she may have been unaware that he was being stolen by the driver.
We are appealing for people to come forward if they recognise the description of the black female passenger: She was in her 30’s, slightly big build, black curly shoulder length hair (not afro style) and was wearing glasses and dark clothing, it is reported that she came across as very friendly.
We are anxious to trace the black woman as it appears that she may not be aware that the Buddy hasn't been returned.
You either call the owner Liah on 07817548369
We're also investigating a car registration number that was witnessed at the time he was taken.
We're getting there. Let's keep this going and help bring back our gorgeous pup.
Liah & Andy

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2015-06-09 08:04 Unknown

http://www.watfordobserver.co.uk/news/13319118._All_we_want_to_do_is_get_him_home___says_owner_of_puppy_stolen_in_South_Oxhey/
Blossom, the owners phone numbers were on Buddy's tag, I am quite sure these two women know how to use a phone, I would not be so kind towards them!

2015-06-08 20:14 Blossom

Saw on Twitter that women that were seen taking the dog had tabbards & badges. Cleaners often wear them & 2 companies in that area and may be more do. The companies are Maxi Jaye and London Cleaners. Worth a check? The ladies may have picked th.e dog up but not realise what the law is or be on the internet.

2015-06-08 16:48 Unknown

The blonde woman was described as in her 40s, the other woman is described as younger and black (she had the staff name badge on)

2015-06-08 16:44 ClaireC

Put some posters inside Royal Mail post boxes as they usually take back to their sorting offices so that postmen may sometimes see a dog. Ask estate agents to keep an eye out for a dog on its own and perhaps give them some posters. Likewise local milkmen if you still have them and even florists as they go out and about. Ask local radio station if they can put something on their website or over the airwaves. All local delivery people are good sources of advertising and keeping their eyes open.

Last edited: 2015-06-08 16:46:00 by ClaireC

2015-06-08 15:31 Unknown

shared essex

2015-06-08 13:48 Unknown

says on Buddy's facebook page that the younger woman appeared to be wearing a staff name badge. This implies someone in a customer facing job so worthwhile leafleting/postering all supermarkets/gyms/banks/building societies...anywhere where staff wear name badges. He was wearing a tag with owners 'phone number on it, all they had to do was ring it......

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2015-06-08 10:42 Unknown

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=505113939642410&set=oa.1573714009577837&type=1&theater

2015-06-08 00:28 Aimees mum

It's worth bearing in mind when trawling sites like Gum Tree, Preloved and Pets4Homes for pups for sale that Golden Retrievers are often mistaken for Labradors particularly when young as they haven't developed their feathered tails. The easiest way to distinguish between the breeds at this age is to look at the ears (a GR will have fluffy ears)

Last edited: 2015-06-08 00:33:21 by Aimees mum

2015-06-06 21:33 Julie Dogs

So sorry to read Buddy is still missing. Am tweeting in Twickenham area lostbox FB... does Buddy have a twitter page we could help go viral and make him #toohottohandle ?

2015-06-06 19:44 Furrylover

Have been following poor buddy on Facebook. Get as much publicity as you can, posters everywhere, in shops, newspapers, see if radio stations will help, postman, and make him too hot to handle. It really does make a difference. Good luck, hope to see him home soon. Xx

2015-06-06 19:27 Unknown

get the media involved and flood the newspapers with his posters do hope hes home soon xx

2015-06-06 17:29 Liahmoon

I'm Buddy's owner and sadly we've had no further news. We've set up a central find Buddy page on Facebook. Please find it at https://www.facebook.com/BringhomeBuddy?ref=notif&notif_t=page_new_likes or search bring home buddy. Please share and and invite as many people as you can. Xx

2015-06-04 23:30 Aimees mum

Shared on Facebook. Does Buddy have a FB page/group etc? Hope he is found soon but if it takes a bit longer bear in mind that his colour is likely to change as he grows up (my own GR was white at 8 weeks but developed golden markings over a few weeks / months)

2015-06-04 22:16 Unknown

They clearly are not going to hand her in as they said. If they are reading this, do the right thing and take buddy home!

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2015-06-04 19:58 PAW

in Local paper - http://www.watfordobserver.co.uk/news/13314037.Police_appeal_for_information_after_four_month_old_puppy_goes_missing/?ref=fbshr

2015-06-04 18:06 Unknown

no more details at all only that the colour was blue x

2015-06-04 14:31 Unknown

Is there a description of the car?

2015-06-04 12:51 Unknown

from owner.................We've found out that buddy was picked up outside our house and driven off by 2 women in a car believed to be blonde yesterday between 1:30-1:50.

the owner is working with police now and trying to find any cctv in area. please can everyone help owner by checking selling sites any info can be called in to owner or to Doglost many thanks for all help x

2015-06-04 12:36 Polarbear

Any news on Buddy, I live too far away or I would be out helping right now x

2015-06-04 10:29 Jaycey

I'm sick to the stomach of how common dog theft is now..It's disgusting when a dog isn't safe in its own garden..The law needs to get tougher and a prison sentence if thief caught..Praying for speedy return of beautiful Buddy ♥ xx

2015-06-03 22:40 Unknown

Addy near Barclays bank end. and yes to Deb

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2015-06-03 21:55 Unknown

Prestwick Road is rather long, do we have a more precise area or the direction he was going in ? Do we know if Debbie knows ?

2015-06-03 21:43 Unknown

Area South Oxhey , Prestwick Road

2015-06-03 20:31 snufflepuppy

From FB post, dog seen at 13.30 Prestwick Road, S Oxhey. Seen walking with toy in mouth.

Last edited: 2015-06-03 20:33:45 by snufflepuppy

2015-06-03 19:41 Archsuzanne

Shared on twitter and FB

2015-06-03 19:35 Unknown

have asked owner to update me with that

2015-06-03 19:34 DogLostRiverlady

circulating on twitter......BUDDY White/Golden Retriever Puppy MISSING/STOLEN http://bit.ly/1FTPE9r #Watford #WD19 Plz RT

need actual place names...area?

2015-06-03 17:55 Unknown

Doglost twitter requested x

2015-06-03 17:46 Unknown

advice emailed and shared x

2015-06-03 17:39 Gino

Alerts sent to helpers in WD3,6,17,18,19,23,24. HA3,5,6,7.