Yes I hate to admit it.. but it did happen. I lost a dog. And not one of mine! But before I continue she was found safe and well on the same day! I won't mention names as the owner knows exactly who I'm talking about... its not the first time this little cherub has gone on an extended walk, she did it the first time I met her out on a walk with her owner and was reassured that she'd find us and she did. Over a period of several months now she's kept me on my toes but never had quite the determination that occurred on this day. It was a deer, only a small one. And to make matters worse I actually saw it before her but she managed to slip my grip and ...go....and...go and...gone. I had four other dogs with me and they all came back when I whistled but "her" oh no.. what had i to offer over the free running and excitement of chasing a deer? Well to cut a long..long..story short, after several helpers, her owner and 5 hours of walking the fields of Souldern, Tusmore & Pimlico Farm she appeared like she'd been waiting a lifetime for us to catch up! Not fluttered at all. Unlike me who burst into tears at the sheer relief.. two days later and after a good laugh and a joke she's back on strict recall training and a long lead. I am not going through all that again..