When dogs are left with sitter, BE SURE leash and harness is on, or dog is secured in a crate before door is opened. I did some rescue and know many dog owners who have had the sad result of the dog bolting out (looking for "mom & dad") with heartbreaking results...one hit by a car this month, found 5 miles from vet's home who was keeping the dog. He opened his fence to go out himself, and "Eddie", the dashhound, bolted out, was found two days later, and had to be euthanized. Another was seen a few yrs. ago, being picked up (small maltese female), after bolting out while left with a friend. Witnesses later reported seeing her being picked up in her sweater and pink bow. Her owners looked without ceasing for a year....ads, rewards, etc. She was never returned.
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