A missing dog has been found after a huge community effort to locate him in freezing temperatures.
Beloved family dog Nelson went missing during a walk on Longridge Fell as temperatures plummeted. His owner, Samantha Lindsay Corbett endured a long and cold 24 hours, with temperatures ranging from -8 to -12C as she tried not to give up on her beloved Dachshund.
As conditions turned treacherous, Samantha called on the local community to help in her search efforts – and they certainly delivered. residents from Ribchester and volunteers from Poochie Paradise Doggy Daycare search nearby for the missing dog.
The operation spanned across farmland, outbuildings and the rugged terrain of the fell, all whilst braving icy and dangerous conditions. Thankfully, after hours of searching, Nelson was found unharmed and taken home to make a full recovery.
Nelson is an 18-month-old short-haired Dachshund
Samantha Lindsay-Corbett expressed her immense gratitude: “I cannot thank everyone enough for their kindness and determination. Seeing so many people come together in different capacities to help find Nelson is something I’ll never forget. He’s a part of our family, and we’re so relieved to have him home safe.
“I must also mention the charity Drone to Home who provided a helpline number and fielded calls of sightings and finds to ensure that scammers looking for reward payment at such an upsetting time were kept at bay.”
Jason Robinson, a member of the search team added: “It was truly heartening to see the community come together so quickly and work tirelessly in such challenging conditions. We’re thrilled that Nelson is safe and recovering.”
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