Meet "Boonie" the newest member of my family

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mrsjac95

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Congratulations to you and Boonie... a match made in Heaven!!!

What a wonderful kind man you are! She looks SO CUTE on the couch all sacked out... right a home.

When I saw the other thread about this I thought HOW COOL IS THAT! To save the life of another being... GOD BLESS YOU!

REV IT UPx3!

Jul
 
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jhg

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This was, indeed, a very kind act that comes right from the heart. In the world today of people not taking the time to help anybody else (human or otherwise) out, but rather being so self centered and taking the "what's in it for me approach", this was really great to see.

Thank you for being so kind. I'm sure you will have many, many years of fun with the "newest member" of your family.

Jim
 
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snow_dog

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God bless ya man! that story brought a tear to both my wife and I.
Thanks for stepping up and saving the dog, you're a good man.
 
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snowmomof2

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Thank you for coming to the rescue of this beautiful pup. I have a tear in my eye as I write this...she looks just like my dog that I had growing up, a lab pointer mix, best dog I ever had. Take care and god bless you.
 
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anonomoose

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While what you did was very human, there might be a kid or guy out there who is very heartsick about loosing this dog.

It is great you want to keep her, but I know down in my heart that after loosing my dog once how upsetting it is as it is often just like a death in the family.

Somebody might be still looking for this dog. I would spend some time and post pictures on the websites that handle these...I would also notify the humane society in the areas surrounding your find.

If nobody comes forward...then you can go to sleep knowing you tried really hard to save the day for someone....sweet as that dog is, I know I would be burnin the oil trying to find her...but those dogs can travel a long way from home, particularly if someone sees her and and drives off with her only to lose her again well away from home. She would escape and keep looking for her owner...which she might do with you.

In the final analysis it is up to YOU to find the owner, as the dog can't do it. If you never turn him/her up, then you gave it your best shot and welcome to one fine companion.

http://www.lostyourpet.net/default.aspx?countryid=2

http://www.lostdog.com/

http://www.lostdogsearch.com/

http://www.pmia.com/
 
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chadlyt

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I think that is great. and yes, if you haven't called around to the local pounds or rescue agencies in the area, try them. there may be someone out there looking for it.

on the other hand, if no one called around to the local places looking for their dog, they didn't care enough and did not deserve him.

as a rescuer of 2 pound pups myself, i know how important it is and what a great thing you did while interrupting your riding.
 
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scottiking

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Being how far in the back country we were and how thin Boonie looked and no collar and all-my thoughts were that some one dumped her in the woods!
I'm glad she is safe and with Erik!

Scottiking OUT
 
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coldbear

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Never quit looking....

anamoose..you're right about trying to find the owners. Ten or so years ago, my LW and I found a cute Terrior hanging around our property. We asked all the neighbors if they knew the owners of this dog. All local newspapers and Humane agencies were contacted with pictures of this cute pup. After 3 weeks we were getting attatched to the mutt, but I still kept up the hope of finding the original owners.
Several weeks later, I'm looking at the lost and found ads in our local paper when a lame description of this dog was presented. Seriously, it was 360 degrees off of the right description of the dog, but I thought I'd give em' a call anyway.
The dogs owners were visiting their son a half mile from our house when their mutt jumped from their car window. He said he left
a window down too far. They described the dog to a tee and took them 7 hrs. to travel 22 miles to pick HER up.They were thankful,and offered a reward that we turned down. Although we missed the terrior a lot, I often wonder why I picked that newspaper up that day and continued to search for the rightful owner. But I'm glad I did, a lesson well learned.cb.
 
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anonomoose

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Every time you see a dog running loose, or one hit on the side of the road, there is a broken heart somewhere...or at least 90% of the time. Sometimes people don't have the heart to get rid of a dog the right way and dump them in the country hoping they will find a good home. Mostly those are older dogs, in my experience. Still with the economy the way it is, and people loosing homes and moving to apartments where dogs are not allowed, the dog has to go.

I have lost several dogs in my lifetime and know what it means to lose one. And there is no greater humanitain thing than to see someone cry when they come pick that dog up. As this dog shows, it's a lover, not a biter. Those stories where the dog travels hundreds of miles and makes it home are sometimes true. They want to get home...it's just a long way to get there, particularly if they got a "ride" to their drop off point. Not sure but perhaps even a young dog can get lost locally and not find it's way back too. It is entirely likely that the owner is still looking and has not given up trying to find him/her.

Either way this dog is lucky because find the rightful owner or not...he is saved and will be happy no matter what the outcome.
 
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ridesafe

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anonomoose said:
While what you did was very human, there might be a kid or guy out there who is very heartsick about loosing this dog.

It is great you want to keep her, but I know down in my heart that after loosing my dog once how upsetting it is as it is often just like a death in the family.

Somebody might be still looking for this dog. I would spend some time and post pictures on the websites that handle these...I would also notify the humane society in the areas surrounding your find.

If nobody comes forward...then you can go to sleep knowing you tried really hard to save the day for someone....sweet as that dog is, I know I would be burnin the oil trying to find her...but those dogs can travel a long way from home, particularly if someone sees her and and drives off with her only to lose her again well away from home. She would escape and keep looking for her owner...which she might do with you.

In the final analysis it is up to YOU to find the owner, as the dog can't do it. If you never turn him/her up, then you gave it your best shot and welcome to one fine companion.

http://www.lostyourpet.net/default.aspx?countryid=2

http://www.lostdog.com/

http://www.lostdogsearch.com/

http://www.pmia.com/
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anonomoose....you kinda piss me off!!! Don't you think that crossed my mind??
I have no problem with trying to find the rightful owner. FYI... It was the first thing we did! Many calls were made to all the locals including the humane society. Nobody in the surrounding area knew of anyone missing a dog. Word is out in the area and if someone does come forward they'll know how to get ahold of me...
I would think it is the OWNER who needs to find the dog THEY lost! don't ya think??

With that said, thanks for the links. I will check them out.

To everyone else thanks for your kind words!
Boonie is doing good :)
 
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jakester

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We rescued a Golden 3 years ago and He's the best. I think they understand some how. Great job and enjoy that pooch!!
 
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mrsskidoo

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ridesafe, what you did was absolutely awesome! And you are right, it is the owners responsibility to find the dog. Anytime our dog got away, we always called the police station first, then the local animal shelter, the the local pound. No collar, no tags, thats irresponsible on the owners part. She's a beautiful dog!
 
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Skylar

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Staff member
I agree, the owner should have had something up, a poster, anything. Considering the area, one gas station in Mass, two in Twin Lakes, The Toivola lunch, one gas station in South Range, they could have put something up in each one of those places, and with in a few days, I am pretty sure the entire community would have known that somebody had lost a dog. It is not like Eric went up there hoping to bring back a pup, along with all the responsibilties, and expense, that goes along with it.
 
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maddogg

Member
Chip

Eric,
You did the right thing. You could have just left her at the pound. What's sad is that a $40 microchip could have prevented a lot of hassle.

Have fun with your new friend.
 
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zrgrl

New member
anonomoose said:
While what you did was very human, there might be a kid or guy out there who is very heartsick about loosing this dog.

It is great you want to keep her, but I know down in my heart that after loosing my dog once how upsetting it is as it is often just like a death in the family.

Somebody might be still looking for this dog. I would spend some time and post pictures on the websites that handle these...I would also notify the humane society in the areas surrounding your find.

If nobody comes forward...then you can go to sleep knowing you tried really hard to save the day for someone....sweet as that dog is, I know I would be burnin the oil trying to find her...but those dogs can travel a long way from home, particularly if someone sees her and and drives off with her only to lose her again well away from home. She would escape and keep looking for her owner...which she might do with you.

In the final analysis it is up to YOU to find the owner, as the dog can't do it. If you never turn him/her up, then you gave it your best shot and welcome to one fine companion.

http://www.lostyourpet.net/default.aspx?countryid=2

http://www.lostdog.com/

http://www.lostdogsearch.com/

http://www.pmia.com/
Click to expand...




While I am all for finding the right owner, I would rather see a dog saved and taken from his owner then left to starve in the cold. I still think you did the right thing!
 
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