Lost Dog - Nancy Lopez "DOG IS FOUND" "HOME SAFE"

[cabo35]

Our best friends lost one of their small Italian greyhounds on the first hole at Ashley Meadow, Nancy Lopez last night. The dog is black and white and weighs about 6 pounds. There is a black leash attached to a grey reflective collar.


She broke free from the owner at 11:30 last night from the rear of their home on the first hole of Ashley Meadow.

The owners are heartbroken. Contact: Steve or Joan at:

352-751-5279

908-418-7782

Thanks

[cabo35]

There is a picture of the lost dog on this website under Gianna.

http://www.districtgov.org/petfinder/petsearch.aspx

Thanks

[babbs455]

try calling the animal control here in lady lake..when mine was lost he went there before he was to go to lake co animal control center..i got him back before he left the villages.
best of luck and will keep an eye out.

[cabo35]

Thanks for the tip Barb....I'll pass that on. Dog still missing.

[conn8757]

we will be on the lookout for him - we have been doing a lot of driving out to466 and 441 since we are newbees.

[cabo35]

Thank you Conn....your thoughtfulness is appreciated.

[katezbox]

Cabo,

I am thinking that no news is not good news. We are thinking of this sweet doggie and hoping for a happy ending.

Kate (and Finley)

[chuckinca]

Is this near Fumar's house?

[nONIE]

Chuck,

Heaven forbid!!!!!!!!!:22yikes::

[graciegirl]

Has anyone gone to that Markets of Marion? Sometimes dogs are for sale there. I hate thinking that...........

[cabo35]

graciegirl...thanks for the suggestion.....I passed it on. The owners haven't given up hope. They have followed up on all the suggestions so many kind Villagers have offered and they continue to actively search everyday.

[starflyte1]

I suggested in the other thread about Gianna, that the flyers be dropped off at all veterinarians offices and also offer a generous reward.

If someone picked up one of my Yorkies, I would assume that they may want to sell it, so I offer a reward printed on their tags.

There are people that just look for dogs to pick up for resale. I live in south Florida, and some people stopped their car, got out, and picked up a dog from inside a fenced yard. The construction crew next door saw it happen.

I would offer a reward too good to refuse. If someone hasn't returned Gianna yet, maybe money will help.

[duffysmom]

This is a good reminder to have pets microchipped. I'm praying that Gianna is found soon. A few years ago I found a small dog running and dragging her leash. After catching the dog I walked up and down the street for a long time waiting for the owner to show up. No one came and dog did not have tags. What to do?? I took her home and placed an ad in the local paper and called the humane society. Her owner called and was irate. It seems that the dog would run for a considerable distance and return to her owner. The owner told me to mind my own business when I suggested that this was a dangeroud practice. Idiots abound.......:cus:

I am in no way implying that the owner of Gianna is at fault. I have a small dog and the other day he
saw a bird in the yard and took off after it. I was running after him screaming for him to stop before he got to the road. He can be unpredictable and a lot faster than I am.

[Sgtsixpack]

Duffysmom-

You are so right- We have had a number of dogs and believe in the "chips". We had Gianna, just over a week, and she was scheduled for spaying, a chip, etc this week. Gianna, although 2 years old had neither.

We thought we were knowledgeable and very careful but a lesson learned. Whether golfclubs, animals or us -whether out walking, jogging etc.--be identfiable- have a return address on yourself, animal or other items.

[Responsible Dog Owners]

PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A $300.00 REWARD FOR THE SAFE RETURN OF GIANNA.

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=145&pictureid=1255

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=145&pictureid=1256

[cabo35]

Update.....still missing.

[KathieI]

Oh, I'm so sorry about this little dog. Its been on my mind all day. I wish I could do something to help. Please let me know, I'm available for assistance. I'm sure someone found her and they fell in love with her. Hopefully!

[Sgtsixpack]

Prayer - Thanks kathie for your offer of help. If anyone has friends North of 42 between 301 & 441 I would be happy to drop off flyers to them with the reward info on it. This has generated some interest and buzz at the beauty parlor and Vets.

[Responsible Dog Owners]

We received a call at 6:46 am that the little "whippet" was seen around Cuthbert by the Woodbury Postal Station. The caller said the little black dog was "very skittish" I did not get their name as they said they were at the postal station and just leaving town.
We immediately called Village Watch and Dudley dispatched a patrol.

We jumped into our car and to the Woodbury Postal Station. Nothing! We were driving up Cuthbert asking people along the way if they saw the little black dog. They saw nothing. Just then a gray Chrysler Minivan with 4 passengers pulled alongside and said "She's around the corner" and confirmed it was a little black dog with a collar.

We slowly drove around the street- nothing- when all of a sudden we saw her going up to a door. My wife jumped out of the car, calling "Gianna, Gianna". The little girl was as if in a daze. She stopped and came towards the car and as she had done at home, cowered and my wife picked her up. " Thank you God" were the words my wife expressed with so much relief. She is skinny, shaking and very frightened but- GIANNA IS HOME.

Joan & I Thank all who have prayed and helped us in this stressful time.

People are Good
Steve

Stephen D. Schlapak
16951 SE84 Colerain Circle
The Villages, Florida 32162
(352-751-5279
email. Sgtsixpack@aol.com
Treasurer, The Villages Republican Club Marion County
Committeeman Precinct 3053
Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator 20770CF

[katezbox]

How wonderful. A lot of people will by crying happy tears for you all today.

[KathieI]

Steve, Joan and Gianna,
I am so happy for all of you. This is the start of a wonderful day.
Steve & Joan, can you bring Gianna to the next TOTV lunch and we'll have her as a guest of honor so we can all give her hugs and kisses? I know that we would all love to meet her.
I'm so happy for you guys. Life is good!! :pepper2:

[shazam]

Great news. What a wonderful way to start the day. Soooo happy for you! The prayers of many kind people have been answered. And we're all giving thanks.

[graciegirl]

Steve, Joan and Gianna,
I am so happy for all of you. This is the start of a wonderful day.
Steve & Joan, can you bring Gianna to the next TOTV lunch and we'll have her as a guest of honor so we can all give her hugs and kisses? I know that we would all love to meet her.
I'm so happy for you guys. Life is good!! :pepper2:


I so agree and couldn't say it better. What a wonderful day this will be thinking of the reunited family.

[starflyte1]

That is the BEST news!

[mfp509]

Oh I am so happy!!!!!! I have looked and looked everywhere I go. What a GREAT day!!!!!

[MSNPA]

Thank Goodness. Gianna has been on my mind since I read the first post advising she was lost. So very happy this had a happy ending.

[Taltarzac]

That's great news.

[mgm4444]

ok, I'm a big wimp - this made me cry.... good tears, tho !:pepper2:

[Bettiboop]

Thank goodness she is home safely! This news put a smile on my face! :a040:

[conn8757]

All I can say is Hooray! I have been watching hoping a posting would come up that she had been found. It is a GREAT day in the Villages.

[Whalen]

Good news, so glad she is safe & sound.

[duffysmom]

Thrilling News........ It is impossible to believe that she was running all these many days. Where was her leash? As we drive around I've been on full scan looking for her. Karen at RDO is to be commended for her dedication and her commitment to our pets. Thanks Karen

[Sgtsixpack]

Yes Kudos to Karen. Gianna was found with her collar still on and her leash missing. Unbelievable, but she was found across the street from Karen's house. To this reporter, The power of faith is unquestionable. When I first spoke to Karen she said, "Don't worry. We will find her". We Did!

Is that coincidence?

[nONIE]

Steve&Joan.

I am delighted That you and little Gianna have been reunited.

I dont believe in coincidences.

[JeanneBeannie]

How wonderful to start the day with this fantastic news!!! I am so happy for you, I am sure Gianna is happy too!!!
All our prayers have been answered, an angel must have guided her to Karen's house...amazing!!
Jeanne
P.S. I just thought of something....a few years ago a friend of mine bought me little blinking lights that attach to the collar so you can see where they are at night. I was always afraid to let them out after dark, eventho it was fenced in hehe, since I live up here in the wild kingdom lol..."lions, and tigers and bears oh my"!!! They are made especially for dogs collars, I will look and see if I still have the package they came in...so I can give you the name.

[The Great Fumar]

How wonderful to start the day with this fantastic news!!! I am so happy for you, I am sure Gianna is happy too!!!
All our prayers have been answered, an angel must have guided her to Karen's house...amazing!!
Jeanne
P.S. I just thought of something....a few years ago a friend of mine bought me little blinking lights that attach to the collar so you can see where they are at night. I was always afraid to let them out after dark, eventho it was fenced in hehe, since I live up here in the wild kingdom lol..."lions, and tigers and bears oh my"!!! They are made especially for dogs collars, I will look and see if I still have the package they came in...so I can give you the name.

Someone can have mine , If I can get the darn thing off....Besides my neck is getting chaffed.......

Fumar

[chelsea24]

Someone can have mine , If I can get the darn thing off....Besides my neck is getting chaffed.......

Fumar

OK, I'll take back the collar. But you're going to have to keep those furry handcuffs on babe! ;)