So, someone stole Buddy from next door (apparently). For those who do not know who Buddy is, he's an awesome German Shepperd, Collie mix that these college guys have (had) next door to our garage (Qwest). He comes to the fence when we pull in and is simply a great dog with THE BEST disposition.
Animal control has come to these guys house several times based on complaints from people passing (the neighborhood park entrance is on the other side of the fence) . Nothing seemed to come of it, so someone must have taken matters into their own hands. It's not like Buddy was abused, just a little neglected. He was tethered to a large tree (using an unwieldly 1/4" braided steel cable that weighed more than he did as a puppy). He was constantly getting tangled and wrapped up as he ran from side to side to greet people. I've jumped the fence several times to refresh his water and untangle him. The owners should have just closed off the front of the house as they have fence on 3 sides. Buddy would be immensely happier to roam the sizeable yard and play at will. But, they preferred the cable.
Anyway, this morning there is a HUGE sign on the park side fence that reads "Does anyone know who stole Buddy?"
Feel bad that he's missing for two reasons: 1) I can't go play with him anymore 2) the possibility that someone took this wonderful puppy for cruel reasons.
It was obviously deliberate as the clip on the cable was undone and the collar must still be on Buddy. Don't think these guys registered him, so if he did get loose, there would be no way for the Pound to find the owners. maybe I'll make a call down there...
