Rainbow Bridge: Cream Jack Russell Terrier Cross Male

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2014-01-22 21:07 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

I've only just seen this - been away. I am so terribly, terribly sad. So hoping this was quick. He is safe now in heaven proudly wearing his little wings. This is one hero we will never forget. God bless you you sweetheart, always.xxx

2013-12-17 00:10 Mia Cat

So very sad. I understood that he had escaped and run away... what a tragedy.

2013-11-28 23:09 jobadger

I'm so very sorry you didn't make it out you brave little boy............ your family has closure and you will be waiting for them at the Bridge when the time is right. Rest in Peace little man. xx

2013-11-28 17:34 Belle

I am so sorry Gerald never made it out, but thank goodness he has not been lost and possibly suffering all this time. Many hugs to the family and to all those who tried so hard to find him. x

2013-11-28 17:25 Zeus

What a sad story Yes lets hope little man did not suffer in any way Free to Run xx

2013-11-28 13:50 cindy

I remember having a conversation at the time saying that several of us was sure he was still in the flat. All I can hope is that he did not suffer. God Bless you dear Gerald xx

2013-11-28 13:27 Goldenlady

Sad ending for such a brave little man. xx

2013-11-28 12:30 digbysmum

Oh no, how tragic. I am so sorry and my thoughts are with dear Gerald's owner, who does at least now have closure. Run free at the bridge, little hero Gerald xxx

2013-11-28 10:41 Algernon TrustLisaP

Such sad news :'( x

2013-11-28 10:24 ClaireC

Mishybird I am equally as devastated that Gerald was not found before now. Having been assured and then reassured that the flat was totally checked by the owners, the owners son and daughter, insurance assessors, firemen and likewise builders that I had to go along with their assurances! I visited what remained of that flat on numerous occasions, sometimes 2-3 times most days and I and along with others that were checking for Gerald's return to the trap were not allowed to enter the flat as it was a danger and notwithstanding the fact that it was boarded up. Seriously I don't think anybody else could have done anymore than what was done to try to find Gerald. I too have sent my condolences to the family but at the present time, I have not had a reply and neither do I wait for one. As I said before RIP Gerald a brave little man xx

2013-11-28 09:23 Meru

Oh no, this is so heartbreaking. I am so very, very sorry to hear about Gerald. RIP darling, run happy and free over the Bridge little sweetheart xxx

2013-11-28 07:52 DogLostClaire Gresty - Area Co-ordinator & Police Liaison - North West

I'm so very sorry to hear this, thoughts are with his family, they must be devastated.
RIP Gerald, what a hero xxx

2013-11-28 00:54 Mishybird

I am absolutely heartbroken. I send my deepest condolences to the owners, I wish I had followed by instinct and gone and checked myself. be happy Gerald xxxx

2013-11-27 23:53 Shereen

Gerald poor boy,I just don't understand how this happened...I thought you fled the house when the door was opened after waking your owner.Bless your soul...A True Hero...R.I.P precious.xxx

Mishybird,I wont forget your gut feeling he was there xx

Last edited: 2013-11-27 23:55:40 by Shereen

2013-11-27 23:11 skippy

Oh no - so sad. Thinking of Geralds owner at this sad time.

Run free little lad :(( xxx

2013-11-27 21:35 cindy

Poor Darling Gerald, I looked for you on here every week hoping you would return. RIP little man have fun with the other fur babies at Rainbow Bridge xx

2013-11-27 19:25 Unknown

So sorry to see this about Gerald. Goonight, little man, sleep tight; now in the arms of an angel. Have fun with the other "Rainbow babies" at the bridge until you are reunited with your family when the time is right. Sending your owners lots of (((HUGS))) for thekir loss. RIP+ God blessx. A~~~Candle~~~burns for Gerald, and his family. Run free:-(

2013-11-27 18:50 Barney 'n' Ozzie's mum

Oh no, how sad :( Mishybird, you were right all along. RIP little one xx

2013-11-27 17:53 DogLostMax - Area Co-ordinator - Cornwall & Area Volunteer - Durham & Ireland

So sorry to read this, what a very sad ending. Run free at the bridge.

2013-11-27 16:39 Ellie

So very sorry to hear this. Run free at Rainbow Bridge brave boy.

2013-11-27 15:00 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Oh no...how sad...Do remember so many people voicing concern about checking the flat...

2013-11-27 14:18 ClaireC

So very very sorry to read this sad news. I was told that the flat had been searched thoroughly. I know that there is ongoing building work still taking place and I actually would have thought that they would have found him long before now! Both Julia and I frequently checked the outside of the flat as well if this is what they are calling the landing! At least the owners now have closure. RIP Gerald - a brave little dog.xx

2013-11-27 13:41 Unknown

So sad.

2013-11-27 13:27 DogLostSpringerMad - Area Volunteer, East Sussex

Very sad to read this. Poor Gerald xx

2013-11-27 11:40 Nanna07

So very very sad, Mishybird kept saying he was at the flat.

2013-11-27 11:40 Nanna07

So very very sad, Mishybird kept saying he was at the flat.

2013-11-27 11:13 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

So very sorry to see Gerald has gone to Rainbow Bridge. Run free little one.xx
My thoughts are with his family. Also my thoughts are with all the helpers on here who tried so hard to find Gerald as I know they will all be gutted at this sad news :((

2013-11-27 11:09 DogLostJulie - Area Co-ordinator - Surrey & South London

So very sorry to hear this news. RIP little Gerald you were a hero for saving your mum. God bless. Julie xx

2013-11-27 10:47 B30

Sadly Gerald's body was found yesterday underneath rubble on the landing of the flat. He was found by builders it is thought he had been there all along.

So very sorry, sleep tight sweetie XX

2013-11-18 14:37 ClaireC

I have never heard any more on this little one and wondered if anybody else has?

2013-09-02 21:13 ClaireC

Good try but definitely a female so I was told! Thank you for still looking.

2013-08-03 23:02 Mishybird

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2013-07-29 20:17 julie shelton:

Thank you for continuing to think of Gerald. Sadly that is not him.

2013-07-27 16:23 ClaireC

Hi LisaK, Gerald is a very small JRT (I think the Labrador cross bit relates purely to colouring I'm told!) and I (personally) think this found one is too big. However, I will ask Julie because I don't think the owners look on here anymore. Julie owned the kennels from whence he came and I'm sure she will know. Thank you for still looking.

Last edited: 2013-07-29 09:03:10 by ClaireC

2013-07-24 21:06 Algernon TrustLisaP

Does Gerald have a docked tail? http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=55163

2013-07-15 18:07 ClaireC

Sadly Mishybird it has gone very quiet. There has been no reported sightings or even possible sightings other than what I have posted.

2013-07-15 13:45 Mishybird

Has everything gone quiet on Gerald then?

2013-06-25 16:47 ClaireC

I have been alerted today to a dog that was spotted (and also seen fairly regularly) up near Wick Farm, Wiggington (to gain access go up small road by the side of The Greyhound pub as far as you can go. Park up and head thro' the gate at end). I spoke to a dog walker and she has seen the dog on 4 occasions now (she cannot catch it as it is too frightened of people) but when I showed her a picture of Gerald said it wasn't him. This dog that has been sighted is a JRT poss cross) short flat haired and larger stuck up ears. The dog warden will be alerted by Julie as it is probably in its best interests to be caught. If anybody does go walking up there with their dogs near the woods is a sign stating that they are trapping and/or poisoning vermin and to take care.

Last edited: 2013-06-25 16:50:44 by ClaireC

2013-06-15 08:45 ClaireC

Thanks Babs 21 owner has checked and its not Gerald. Thank you for keeping an eye out for this old man. x

2013-06-14 20:00 ClaireC

Have sent owner a text asking him to check and post on here a yay or a nay.

2013-06-14 19:57 ClaireC

Thank you Babs. I suppose somebody could have picked Gerald up and then dumped him that way. Going by owner I think they would say physically impossible for him to have walked that distance. Having said that I will alert the owner to your post. Thank you for continuing to look for Gerald. x

2013-06-14 18:58 Babs 21

Been Sharing Gerald's details and a member on the Lost paws group has post this found dog in relation to Gerald. The post is on www.animalsearchuk.co.uk Ref Number AFP150758 Golden/Sandy coloured male dog found running in traffic in Dorney Berks.26/5/13 Older dog with round belly. There is no photo.I was told this is roughly 20 miles away from where Gerald went missing so could be worth checking out. x

2013-06-14 10:54 ClaireC

Just to let tyou all know that I have been in touch with Chiltern Dog Rescue nr Chivery and there is no dog matching Gerald's description that has been handed in so far. They do now have my details as a further point of contact should he find himself up there.

2013-06-13 19:52 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

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2013-06-13 19:43 ClaireC

Having now spoken with his owner there have been no sightings or even a suggestion of one. I have driven up there this evening and went into the stinking cupboard at the end of the flats. Absolutely nothing in there that resembled a dog I can assure you all! I then had a slow drive around the area(s) that it was thought he might have gone to but again nothing. Not many posters up now. Dacorum Council seems to do a good of a job taking them as quick as they've gone up! Sorry folks.

Last edited: 2013-06-13 21:36:39 by ClaireC

2013-06-13 15:09 ClaireC

Jacks, I can go over there this evening and have a closer look into it. I haven't heard anything from the owners since my last post and I am guessing that they have not heard anything either from any possible sighting etc. Mishybird the flat is now being rebuilt etc. and IF Gerald was in there he would now have been found. Sorry.

Last edited: 2013-06-13 15:10:19 by ClaireC

2013-06-11 20:55 Mishybird

I still have a feeling Gerald is near the flat, or in the flat, such a strong feeling

2013-06-11 20:04 jacks

I'm still here Claire it was good to meet up with you on thursday, i'm still looking but to be honest i'm not sure where we go or do next. There's one thing that keeps playing on my mind for some reason, when we went round to the flat do you remember the stairs on the other side and the little cupboard underneath the stairs where the door was broken i know you looked into it but did you manage to see right inside it and just wondered if you thought maybe it was worth another search with a torch what do you think

2013-06-11 15:51 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

I keep checking websites but to far away to help.

2013-06-11 15:16 ClaireC

The owners have checked this dog out. Apparently this one has all his teeth and Gerald has only a few! I have heard nothing now from anyone since my last post.

Last edited: 2013-06-13 15:06:54 by ClaireC

2013-06-11 13:33 Belle

Very surprised that the dog Starmutts listed is only 2 years old! Looks very elderly.

2013-06-07 09:57 ClaireC

I am now away for the weekend and in view of the weather if Gerald is still in the area then the recreation field does not have any natural water in or around it. Just thinking that if anyone is taking their dog for a walk in or around the area of Tring then perhaps the wooded area where a dog was seen running out of the woods on the junction at Tring might be an idea as it does have a lake in there. Nice place to walk your dog as well as it is shaded. Can't quite remember the name but believe it is called College Lake and just off Nathanial Walk/Way. Thank you x

2013-06-07 09:28 ClaireC

Thanks starmutts but this one has been checked out by owners and is only approx 2 years old. Thanks again. x

2013-06-07 09:19 Dog Wardenstarmutts

similar dog on www.lostdogsuk.co.uk

http://www.lostdogsuk.co.uk/assets/dog-reports/1370271218/30-0.AVDC-040613-1145.pdf

2013-06-06 21:55 ClaireC

I have just come back from my second visit there today. Bumped into the owner's son this morning as he is working within a very short distance from the possible sighting area. And again tonight bumped into a man with his 3 dogs, two of which were Bloodhounds! Sadly they didn't pick up on anything. Met up with Jacks (thank you for your help and lovely to meet you) and together we went around the "sighting" area again as it was a little darker but again nothing and no sounds either. Went to the flat and the trap is still empty. I now just feel that there is no real point in going to the same area again unless there is a positive sighting. I also feel that as this area is so close to "home" that he would make his way there. Sorry folks.

2013-06-06 19:49 Mishybird

I drove around for a while after work today, spoke to a few dog walkers and checked the posters were still up. any news from anyone else?

2013-06-06 08:49 ClaireC

Jacks, if you are around this evening from 8.30pm-9.30pm that would be a great help as my husband isn't able to assist tonight. My mob is 07887652916. I'm not handsfree but leave a message and I will get back to you.


Five of us all looked and searched the very long grass last night. We didn't see anything. Trap is still in place just in case Gerald makes his way back there. I shall be going back there again shortly to have another walk around. There are so many many people who are aware of Gerald and the injured JRT in Aylesbury the other day brought in so many phonecalls through Mix 96 to owner as people thought it was Gerald so lots and lots of people are aware. Keep looking people please. Will update later. The only other distinguishing feature apart from a shortage of teeth is that he has a black mole type lesion on the back of the neck. We don't think he was wearing a collar at the time he ran out of the smoke filled flat.

Last edited: 2013-06-06 08:52:25 by ClaireC

2013-06-06 00:10 Mishybird

Are there any other distinguishing things we should know about. We now know about the teeth, what about a collar, was he wearing a collar?

2013-06-05 22:28 Jo

Good luck Claire ! Come on Gerald show yourself you need to get back to your owners now

2013-06-05 22:16 jobadger

Ohhh... I do so hope this is Gerald. Is there any point inleaving something belonging to his owner - or scenting - in that area to keep him there, if it is the little man? xx

2013-06-05 21:44 jacks

Claire if you need any help please let me know i did offer my help for the weekend but was told they did'nt need it

2013-06-05 21:10 Shereen

Good Luck Claire and co I feel he is close by.x

2013-06-05 20:26 DogLostJulie - Area Co-ordinator - Surrey & South London

Everything crossed for you Claire - come on Gerald we need you back with your owners safe and sound. J. x

2013-06-05 20:17 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Good luck Claire and co fingers and paws crossed here.x

2013-06-05 19:01 ClaireC

Mishybird thank you. Obviously Dacorum Council had taken other posters down from when I/or owner posted up there! However, I have now had contact with owner and the found dog is not Gerald. This dog is only about 2 years old and has a full set of teeth whereas Gerald doesnt! But there has been a possible sighting at 9pm(ish) last night not far from where he used to live in the recreation fields. He is obviously frightened and ran off into the bushes. My husband, myself and some members of the family are going up there later tonight and see if this dog or Gerald shows itself. I will post tonight if successful. If not I will go there tomorrow morning again and let you know.

2013-06-05 16:10 Mishybird

I posted at park, by Dog bins. Cricket club, main rd by tesco, petrol station, Bus stop near Market, and local shop

2013-06-05 14:12 Jo

I have just checked but its not coming up as reunited yet

2013-06-05 13:16 ClaireC

For ease of confirmation, please click on the original link that was put on for the found dog and you will see that this dog has not been claimed as it would state reunited across the photo. I did actually put some posters up at Tring Market and I know the owner left posters at the petrol station. I did put a poster up at the fire station but like all things I don't know if Dacorum Council has taken down.

http://www.lostdogsuk.co.uk/assets/dog-reports/1370271218/30-0.AVDC-040613-1145.pdf

Last edited: 2013-06-05 13:20:26 by ClaireC

2013-06-05 10:56 Mishybird

Are we sure that this isnt actually Gerald, have we had confirmation?

2013-06-05 08:16 Jo

Oh no felt sure it was him! It looked so much like him and in the right area. I agree jacks that someone may have him. Tring is only a small town but there's plenty of farmland x

2013-06-04 23:42 Mishybird

I drive through on my my to work from London, I will drop some off at Petrol station, Market, Fire station etc

2013-06-04 21:52 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Sorry Jacks not my area a I am in Cheshire or I would help to poster.

2013-06-04 21:43 jacks

I still don't understand why no more posters have been put up it also seems really strange that there have'nt been any sightings of him if this found dog is'nt Gerald then i think someone has got him sorry if i sound a bit blunt but there does'nt seem as if the communication is working very well here

2013-06-04 21:05 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Thanks Claire, like Jo and Mishybird was hoping for good news. Will keep searching.

2013-06-04 20:57 ClaireC

I have not heard from the owner who was investigating the found dog. If it had been Gerald, I feel sure he would have telephoned/text me and therefore I have to assume that this was not Gerald.

Last edited: 2013-06-04 20:59:11 by ClaireC

2013-06-04 18:05 Mishybird

Yes me too. Why is it taking so long? Its on my mind all the time. Please let it be Gerald.

2013-06-04 17:02 Jo

Any news on Gerald? Sorry but I can't stand the wait x

2013-06-04 08:56 ClaireC

Just spoken to owner and he is in the process of checking this dog out and does agree that it does look like Gerald albeit a shade darker. Keeping fingers crossed that it is him. Will post as soon as I know something. Thank you all.

2013-06-04 06:21 DogLostAngus

have also messaged owners son on facebook to check if he has been to see the dog yet

2013-06-03 22:46 Mishybird

Any news, it has been a few hours since the post?????

2013-06-03 20:12 ClaireC

I have advised owner (via a message left on his mobile) to have a look and let us know by putting a comment on here. Thank you for still continuing to look for him.

2013-06-03 18:15 Jo

Just had a look and yes it does look very much like Gerald. Fingers crossed x

2013-06-03 16:11 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

http://www.lostdogsuk.co.uk/assets/dog-reports/1370271218/30-0.AVDC-040613-1145.pdf

Please could someone check this dog looks like Gerald to me.

2013-06-01 17:55 DogLostRiverlady

still circulating on twitter

2013-06-01 08:21 ClaireC

Hi Jenny, yes local radio stations have put an alert out. Not sure if the owner is using Doglost posters but maybe his own that he originally had done before putting Gerald on Doglost!

2013-05-31 20:33 jenny

have you tried local radio 3CR or heart they may be able to put the message out for you - have shared on twitter - must say been through Tring today and didn't see any posters. Best of luck

2013-05-31 20:13 ClaireC

Cindy I do believe they have been. Gerald is still chipped (as he was a rescue dog) to the rescue kennels and they are on telephone standby 24/7. All the relevant authorities are aware of missing Gerald which do include the dog warden, Highways agency and Council workers. There are now, I am told, a lot more posters up.

2013-05-31 11:42 cindy

Have the local kennels been checked again, and the local vets? Also the dog warden.

2013-05-29 10:52 DogLostBobble - Area Co-ordinator - Somerset & East Sussex

Is there someone near by who can poster some more and check existing ones after the wet weather? Gotta get this brave little dog home. Please get out and poster (& pester).

2013-05-28 09:13 ClaireC

I am away for the week and if anyone is in the area please can you keep an eye out for this lovely brave dog. Thank you.

2013-05-26 09:14 ClaireC

The flat as been thoroughly checked out, especially since the fire. Sorry ladies.

2013-05-26 02:27 Mishybird

Yes I agree, check it out, he may be hiding somewhere in a corner, or under rubbish waiting for his owners to come back.

2013-05-25 22:37 cindy

I believe someone from the family has been back to the flat, but whether it was before it was boarded up??? It might be worth a look, just incase he is in there, as it is a while since he went missing I suggest it is checked sooner rather than later, especially as he is elderly and not have any food or water in there.

2013-05-25 17:53 Mar

I agree with you Mishybird, worth taking a look in the boarded up flat. Hope he's found.

2013-05-25 13:57 Mishybird

I understand it was boarded up, but he may have snuck in whilst they were boarding it.

2013-05-25 08:40 ClaireC

I agree Jacks and as far as I am aware this is what the owners are doing when they've got more printed I am told. Mishybird the flat was boarded up.

Last edited: 2013-05-25 17:02:16 by ClaireC

2013-05-24 23:37 jacks

i think there needs to be a lot more posters up further afield i drove the length of icknield way today and only saw one poster by the ind estate i also went down i think it's brooke street where the pheasant pub is and only saw 1 down there i think the whole area needs to be swamped with them also round by tring school area as it's surprising how far a dog will travel i too have wondered if someone has taken him in unaware of what has happened or who he is as not everyone buys the gazette as there have'nt been any sightings i think that this is more likely thats why i think it's important to flood everywhere in tring with posters

2013-05-24 19:47 Mishybird

I still have a very strong feeling that he has crept back into the shell of the burnt flat.

2013-05-24 18:47 ClaireC

Sorry to have to say that there have been no sightings or even a possible one. It is hoped that Gerald is possibly in "hiding" in the wooded area still especially today in view of the weather being so grim. Also, it is felt that another possibility is that Gerald has been taken in and the person is unaware of him being lost. Surprisingly, there are still a number of people in Tring that are unaware of the fire and therefore of Gerald being lost. It is hoped that as more people go to the shops this weekend that they pick up the Tring Gazette and see him in there and make contact. Come on Gerald we do need a sighting or some other information before I go away next week.

2013-05-23 19:44 ClaireC

Mishybird there is a poster up at Tescos in Tring or at least the manager said he would put one up! The owner has walked around the wooded area today but sadly there has been no sightings or even a possible one so far. They did manage to trap a cat in the trap set up outside the remains of the flat though. Friday is market day and I have some market trader friends who will spread the word and keep a lookout as they are up out and about and setting up very early in the morning. Tomorrow the weather is expected to be grim and if that is the case then I guess Gerald might stay undercover.

Last edited: 2013-05-23 19:46:42 by ClaireC

2013-05-23 13:56 Mishybird

please put one up at Tescos

2013-05-23 08:23 ClaireC

There is a primary school nearby and I do believe they have been notified. I have also suggested that they put a poster nearby the school gates. There are some posters in the swing area very near to the school.

2013-05-23 08:00 Belle

GREAET idea Jobadger - for all lost dogs!

2013-05-22 22:50 jobadger

Is there a primary school local to where Gerald has gone missing - perhaps an announcement at assembly - are these still held? - children have eyes and ears everywhere and would be so excited to be able to save a hero........... just a thought.......... xx

2013-05-22 21:00 kjp

fingers crossed this scared little old man is found safe and well xxx

2013-05-22 20:49 ClaireC

Good evening all, Julia and I went ovet to the wooded area and had a very thorough "dig" around the undergrowth of where the possible sighting of Gerald was. Sadly nothing. We walked his favourite walk around the playing fields/recreation area, back up to the flat where there is a trap set and back again. We then each went different directions and from my driving around the streets very slowly I saw nothing and I doubt that Julie had either otherwise she would have been in touch. The owner hasn't had any positive sighting in Tring today. It is felt at this time that until we have a definite sighting then a search party as such would be to no avail. Gerald is featured in the paper today and really hope that it does bring some more news of Gerald being closer to the Tring area. I'm sure everybody that lives/drives around the Tring area will keep him in mind as will I and Julie. Thank you.

2013-05-22 20:06 Unknown

Sorry to see this it may be that he is scared (And of course he has been) and is hiding somewhere. Try to stay positive. Will pray for his safe return.

2013-05-22 20:03 Unknown

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2013-05-22 10:04 Belle

I'm assuming that ALL the neighbours for several streets have been alerted that Gerald is missing? It's most likely that he'll come back to an area he knows and it would be a shame if someone saw him and didn't realise what had happened. VERY best of luck. x

2013-05-22 09:21 ClaireC

Julie will call you soon.

2013-05-22 07:38 julie shelton:

I can come over today as well, Claire, but possibly not until mid morning. Sandy has my mobile number. Perhaps you could ring me so that we can coordinate our movements.

2013-05-22 07:23 Barney 'n' Ozzie's mum

Good luck today Claire. Sorry I haven't been able to help with any searches on this occasions (work commitments). If he hasn't been caught by the weekend I should be able to get over Tring way, but really hope he's home long before then x

2013-05-22 01:15 BBKM

So sad this old man is still lost, hope these sightings are Gerald and he is home safe very very soon x

2013-05-21 22:44 jacks

i will be in tring again tomorrow so i will keep my eye out for him as i did today i was in wiggington this lunchtime aswell but i will keep looking for him tomorrow

2013-05-21 22:02 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Just been reading further down - you are all so great! This way you get him home. Well done everyone. x

2013-05-21 22:00 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Keeping bumped for sighting and paper! Well done Claire. x

2013-05-21 21:38 ClaireC

Where do I start! Went to Wiggington early this morning. There had been no sightings of a dog up there. Went back into Tring with my Border Collie and walked and walked around Silk Mill Lane area (she is now a Terrier size!). Went up to where the sighting by woodland by car on the way back. Then the sighting came in. Have been back there this evening from 6pm until 9pm. Lots of good places to hide and shelter. Have left small parcels of Tuna around (which will probably draw in a lot of wildlife or cats I know). There is a lot of water around which Gerald would easily access. What I would say to people is please don't all converge on this area as he could be anywhere along the Icknield way and may even double back towards Silk Mill and therefore please keep an eye out for him. Lots of dog walkers are aware and they have been given the Doglost cards just in case they cannot get hold of the owner quickly. They even have my mobile. Also I have advised that in the event they catch Gerald and we are unobtainable then the Dog Warden is another alternative. My plan is to go back to Tring tomorrow at some time in the morning and will update on any progress tomorrow. The Tring Gazette will be out and I believe is featuring Gerald and the fire. Really hoping that this will bring in some further sightings that we can follow up. Stay safe Gerald until we find you. x

Last edited: 2013-05-21 21:49:05 by ClaireC

2013-05-21 20:46 jobadger

So do I Jayne - I log on 3 or 4 times a day hoping to see him in the blue! Well done from me too Clare - I so wish i could help practically - but sending very positive thoughts down your way. xx

2013-05-21 19:27 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Oh I do hope its him....

2013-05-21 19:16 DogLostAngus

I think owners son went there yesterday to see if there was anything sentimental that had not been destroyed so he would have had a good look around - hopeful that todays sighting is him and that he will show himself again

2013-05-21 19:04 Mishybird

I know this sound silly, but is there a chance he may have snuck into the building and been boarded up inside?

2013-05-21 18:21 DogLostAngus

Possible sighting this afternoon

Mishybird - the flat was totally wiped out in the fire - owners and neighbours have had to move out and properties boarded up - food and clothing of owners have been left close by but the smell may but him off venturing too close

Julie Shelton - thanks for putting the trap up - I may drop another over to you tomorrow incase owners want to set one up near the possible woodland sighting

Fingers crossed for something positive tonight xx

2013-05-21 16:25 Mishybird

Are the owners still in the house that was on fire. If not perhaps he has returned?

2013-05-21 12:18 DogLostJulie - Area Co-ordinator - Surrey & South London

Everything crossed here come on Gerald we need you back with your mum. Julie x

2013-05-21 12:14 julie shelton:

Something has been eating the food and sleeping in the bed that has been left out. I have been over and set up a trap, hoping it is Gerald - although from how I just described it, I should perhaps expect Goldilocks!

2013-05-21 00:22 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Bumped for sighting. Great news Claire.

2013-05-20 23:41 DogLostJulie - Area Co-ordinator - Surrey & South London

Well done Claire on all you have done - I keep hoping to log on and find Gerald reunited bless him -praying he is soon found safe and well - so wish I lived nearer and could help with the search all I can do is keep sharing his page on facebook groups. Fingers crossed for good news tomorrow. Julie x

2013-05-20 21:00 ClaireC

There will be a front page story on this little fella on Wed in the Tring Gazette. Hopefully this may bring in some further sightings.

2013-05-20 20:48 ClaireC

I went to Tring this morning and searched around the area of Silk Mill Way. Lots of high shrubbery and good places to hide and also near a stream that is running through. Sadly no sign. Lots of people are aware and I've have put a few posters up. The local foot postmen are aware as are the bin collectors (they have a poster which will be displayed in their offices), the roadsweepers are also aware. There was a possible sighting up near a farm at Wiggington today at 11 am. If anybody is around this area please can they keep an eye open? The owner's son has not had time to call the Council today on the RTA of A41. It is hoped that he will talk to them tomorrow. We have been up to Wiggington tonight but again nothing to report.

Last edited: 2013-05-20 20:48:40 by ClaireC

2013-05-19 19:47 ClaireC

Hi Mishybird we dont think it was Gerald. It was a bit too far away for him we believe to have gone that direction as he lived at the other end of Miswell Lane near the town end rather than the other end which is nearer the A41. Gerald is aged at around 12-15 years old. The owner's son has been all the way along the A41 today but has seen nothing. I will ask the owner to check with Dacorum Council Highways though or even I will on Monday.

Last edited: 2013-05-19 20:07:41 by ClaireC

2013-05-19 16:06 Mishybird

Can someone not call the council, too eliminate the fact it may not have been Gerald on the A41

2013-05-19 11:13 DogLostreggiemollieros

Shared on twitter - really hope you get some good news soon.

2013-05-19 10:35 ClaireC

Have alerted the lovely lost Gerald to local radio station Mix 96 and hopefully will put out the story of him with a plea to public support to look out for him.

2013-05-18 20:09 Barney 'n' Ozzie's mum

Checked out the A41 again this afternoon, but no sign of anything today. Had a drive around the area and actually came past the end of Miswell Lane. So many places he could be hiding. Would suggest postering all the local businesses on Monday as well as getting up loads of posters. My daughter will passing through that way tomorrow afternoon/early evening and will be on the lookout too xx

2013-05-18 19:29 ClaireC

Hi Matthew, after we spoke I went down to Silk Mill Way after possible sighting that you referred to. Sorry but had a good drive around but nothing to report. As I said I think that Gerald would have made a run for freedom but going straight ahead rather than going to the front of the shops where there would have been a lot of noise with fire engines, police & people etc. It maybe that he will double back towards the flat again though and your suggestion of putting food up there outside the door maybe a good idea. Perhaps also a large(ish) box so that he can fit into as well with perhaps something of his own or owners clothing (if there is anything left!) even perhaps something of yours that he can relate the smell to. As I said to you today if you need extra help when you've sighted him then I can make myself available. I can check out any other area for you on Monday as I virtually have a free day.

Finally,I am so sorry to see that your mother's flat is just completely gutted but at least she managed to get out of what must have been an inferno. As we know, Gerald was not left behind and that he is somewhere probably hiding and now looking for his food and water etc. Do please let me/us know if there is anything else we can do especially for your mother. Happy to help.

2013-05-18 14:58 Algernon TrustLisaP

Shared on our facebook & twitter

2013-05-17 23:12 DogLostAngus

thanks jacks - can you message the owners (son's) mobile tomorrow to offer anything you can do - I'm not sure if they are monitoring the page at the mo

2013-05-17 22:59 jacks

i'm around tomorrow if help is needed i can help poster, door knock, go out hunting what ever is needed i can do please let me know

2013-05-17 22:06 DogLostAngus

Mollie's mum could you text the number above to offer to help - my gut feeling is that he will be close by but hiding and I have recommended a door to door search of the properties nearby - many have large gardens most of which have a shed at the bottom - he could go un noticed very easily

2013-05-17 21:12 DogLostAngus

I have had a look - it is feasable - if you could check again tomorrow that would be greatly appreciated Barney 'n' Ozzie's mum x

2013-05-17 21:06 Barney 'n' Ozzie's mum

I really hope this is not connected, but I was coming along the A41 earlier this afternoon (from Watford towards Aylesbury) when I noticed a small, pale coloured animal laying half on, half off the central reservation. Can't remember if it was just before or just after Tring. I know you get a lot of foxes and badgers on that stretch of road, but this was a much paler coloured animal and I think it was smooth-coated. At the time I assumed it was a young deer. Wasn't sure whether to mention it on here, as the last thing I want to do is cause any unnecessary pain or anxiety, but I guess it does need to be checked out. I could probably take a drive out that way again tomorrow afternoon.

2013-05-17 16:54 Mollie & Will's Mum

If you need extra help call me, I'm in Northchurch and can get to Tring in 10 minutes. 07917 407 762 (Sue)

2013-05-17 16:50 Barney 'n' Ozzie's mum

Did he go missing anywhere near the A41? Also, what sort of size is he (i.e small build, slender?)

2013-05-17 14:17 DogLostAngus

circulated on K9-999 Groups x

Thank you everyone for your shares - he must be somewhere close by x

2013-05-17 13:57 DogLostKaren - Area Co-ordinator London, Home Counties & Police Liaison

Oops! Just had Twitter Acc suspended - think I got to most of the local businesses before they stopped me . . .

2013-05-17 13:53 DogLostRiverlady

circulating on twitter

2013-05-17 13:24 DogLostKaren - Area Co-ordinator London, Home Counties & Police Liaison

Well done Gerald, what a brave clever dog!!
If you get a sighting and need another pair of eyes/hands call me, although I'm half an hour away - Karen 07774 724 797. Am sharing on Facebook and Twitter and with all the lovely people helping us to find Roxy xx

2013-05-17 12:29 DogLostAngus

2nd image added - He was originally listed as a labrador on site - if you open the poster and share from there i think the correct info will come up until the facebook share tool catches up with the website

2013-05-17 12:15 Lankeela

The link is coming up as a cream Labrador Retriever male!

2013-05-17 12:13 DogLostJulie - Area Co-ordinator - Surrey & South London

I am sharing on facebook groups poor little dog and owner really hope he turns up safe and well soon. Julie x

2013-05-17 12:01 DogLostKimmybear - Area Co-ordinator, Essex & Hertfordshire borders

Oh dear. Poor dog and poor owner. Sharing and requesteing twitter. x

2013-05-17 11:54 Berties Family

we are at Tring FC tonight for their end of season awards night tonight so will put posters up. any sightings please let me know..

2013-05-17 11:20 DogLostAngus

POSSIBLE SIGHTING reported in the early hours this morn in the Silk Mill area of Tring - This is a long way from home but owners had a team of people out looking for him

2013-05-17 11:16 DogLostAngus

http://www.hemeltoday.co.uk/news/local/help-find-gerald-dog-goes-missing-after-tring-flat-fire-1-5101459#.UZUTM1bF-50.facebook

2013-05-17 11:11 DogLostAngus

requested more info on location of the house fire - which was MISWELL LANE in TRING, Gerald managed to wake his owner by scratching at the door and she escaped from the flat which has been totally devastated , Gerald fled the front door when it was opened and has not been seen since - he is a small elderly dog so may be sheltering close to the flat entrance - I have given scenting advice - OWNERS REALLY NEED SOME HELP HERE POSTERING

2013-05-17 09:23 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

There was a house fire and she ran off.

2013-05-17 09:13 Barney 'n' Ozzie's mum

What were the circumstances? I will be out that way later today and will keep a look out x

2013-05-17 07:43 DogLostJayne - Founder Doglost.

Alerts sent to helpers in HP1,2,4,5,21,22,23. LU6,7.