[redwitch]

I had an Old English that was never on a lead. I'd trained him as a pup to run beside my bike. In 14 years he never once bolted nor tried to run away. I had an Afghan that would bolt at the blink of an eye. Open the door a crack and she was gone. Fortunately, the neighborhood knew her and would open their car door. She'd hop in and they'd bring her home. There is no way I could catch her. I lost an Afghan because she jumped a ten foot fence. That was heartbreaking. I had an escape kitty who thought any opening meant she had to get out. How she survived living near a busy street was beyond me but she did.

Some animals are natural runners. It doesn't mean the homeowner is irresponsible. Losing a beloved pet is hard. If the pet suffers because of your carelessness, you have to live with the guilt as well as the pain. I wouldn't try to make someone feel even worse when their pet gets get loose, they're hurting enough.

Thank you Angie and Susan in your efforts. Tis truly appreciated.