Vickkers Posted January 23, 2007 Report Share Posted January 23, 2007 I was in Colorado on vacation when I saw this on the news... I kept my eyes out for the truck and animals but never heard or saw anything else about it... I'm SO glad everyone is safe and sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hector Posted January 23, 2007 Report Share Posted January 23, 2007 I am glad that the owners got their dogs and truck back. Everything turned out well. Here is a website that gives Tips For Auto Theft Prevention. It is interesting that their #1 tip is "Never leave your car running unattended, even to dash into a business, store, etc. This entire problem would not have occurred if the owners had heeded that advice. Another tip is "Never leave valuables in plain view, even if your car is locked. Put them in the trunk out of sight." The Denver Post article stated that woman left her purse on the car seat -- that was their second mistake. This website says that a vehicle is stolen in the USA every 21 minutes, on average. That is 68 vehicle thefts per day. If a person is intent on NOT being a victim of car/truck theft, then it would pay to observe the tips. I will be doing some things differently as the result of reading this website. My niece had her 2004 Chrysler minivan stolen from the parking lot of a supermarket where she worked. The only thing that would have prevented that theft would have been some anti-theft device(s). The vehicle was used by the criminals in a bank robbery. They finally got it back about 25 days after the original theft. The insurance company paid to have it refurbished, as the thieves had done a lot of damage to it. Not a good experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixie_Girl Posted January 23, 2007 Report Share Posted January 23, 2007 Hmmm, gee I wonder how many times they kicked themselves afterwards? I figure they came from a small town where things like this wouldn't be a prob. and they just didn't think. But I am pretty sure I read they had locked the door. Course it made it easier for them (the thieves) with the truck already running. I'm glad they got their dogs and truck back and quickly. I pretty much think everyone who heard or read the story, went, well, I won't ever do that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fooshuman Posted January 23, 2007 Report Share Posted January 23, 2007 I am soooo happy to hear this turned out to have a happy ending. To all those who helped this ending be happy, good job! Anda if I ever get back to Englewood (craig hospital)your getting a big ol' hug! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoresDog Posted January 23, 2007 Report Share Posted January 23, 2007 We've had cars and bikes stolen, too, even knowing all the tips. In real life, there will be those little moments of imperfection. I'm just so happy that the dogs are OK and back where they belong. To everyone who helped look and get the word out -- Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catu Posted January 23, 2007 Report Share Posted January 23, 2007 What a good new!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoku's mum Posted January 24, 2007 Report Share Posted January 24, 2007 YES!!! That is great news, and Big big standing ovation to all who got the word out so quickly and efficiently. This truly is an amazing group of people! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyoBC Posted January 25, 2007 Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 I saw it on the news and I was so happy they found them. All of our prayers came true! I'm just really happy they were safe. The pups looked happy to be back with they're mom and dad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firchow Posted February 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2007 Epilogue: Jim and Patti have the entire story on their site: http://www.crbordercollies.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anda Posted February 20, 2007 Report Share Posted February 20, 2007 Thanks for posting the updated story I'm love happy endings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyoBC Posted February 21, 2007 Report Share Posted February 21, 2007 Yeah thanks for putting up the update. I was just thinking of them the other day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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