Oh no..how awful, I can only imagine what you are going through, I hope you find him soon. I'll be thinking about you, please keep us updated..

Im so sorry to read chester is missing,It really upsets me to read this you must be going through hell,you are in my thoughts,keep us posted.

Any updates on Chester? I am hoping you have found him.

I just got back from posting the signs and walking through our neighborhood. I feel so helpless. It's a busy neighborhood. I hope for the best but I don't know that I'll get him back. I was telling Kristy that in this town, people will steal your dogs. I'm sure it's the same as anywhere. I'm not giving up, though and will keep everyone updated.

Don't give up hope. Last Thanksgiving I had my family come to Branson to stay in my condo for the holidays. One of my son in laws left the door open while we were shopping and he let my small Chihuahua Tequi out. We combed the area and drove golf carts all over looking for her. She is never outside. That night it stormed, big time and I just knew she was freezing. We put out signs, we called the radio stations, the vets, the animal hospitals, the police. Everything we could think of. She didn't have a collar on. The next day right before noon I got a call from a man who was the construction manager of some condos across a major big street that she crossed to get to the condos. They didn't see her in the unit and locked her up overnight. They found her the next morning when they unlocked the condo to work in it. It was pretty warm in there and dry. I was so happy to get her back. Offered him a reward, he said, no, I'd want my pet back.

It was a miracle. So, keep the faith, and put out tons of fliers. That's what brought my Tequi home. Mini, my yorkie darts out, I'm trying to teach her "back" when I open any door, especially one that goes to the outside.

KIM OMG I just now saw this !! Any news ? You poor thing and poor Chester he must be missing his mommy so much...Oh Girl I HOPE someone found him and will return him !! Go to the liquor stores...the little mom and pops and the supermarkets too ! Oh I am so so sorry to hear this !

TAlk to ALL the kids in the neighborhood too - they know everything about the people around you

I'm so sorry! This has to be one of the worst things that can happen to a pet owner! One time my cat got out the front door that wasn't shut all the way and I freaked out. My husband and I searched and searched for like an hour. And then I went back to our apt to put in my contacts (I was so freaked I didn't even grab my glasses!) and there he was sitting in front of the door! And we lived on the 2nd floor so that was pretty amazing! So I pray that your little bundle will be waiting for you at your doorstep real soon!!

Was he wearing tags and/or was he microchipped? Poor Chester, aww bless! I know he's missing home and his mommy so much right now!

I will say lots of good thoughts that little Chester comes back to you! Please let us know!

Try to think positive. Most people will do the right thing and check the paper for ads. And I wouldn't worry about the reward unless he doesn't turn up right away. Good luck.

oh no how scary! i'm so sorry about Chester! i'll have you in my thoughts and prayers!

I am sooo sorry to hear about Chester! I will keep him in my prayers. I think most people are honest and if they find a dog they will try and find the owners. Keep the fliers out there and keep checking the local shelters. Kids are a great source of information, especially if they think there's a reward. Good luck and I hope little Chester will be home soon!

:( Kim, I just read this. I'm so sorry about your Chester. Try to think posative. Someone will find him and bring him home. Once, we found a little dog and took him for a walk and he walk me right near his owers house. They were outside and saw him and were glad to see him! Dogs are very smart..especially our Yorkie friends...he'll come home... hang in there and keep us posted. I won't be able to stop thinkin about you tonight...

I'm going to try without the reward part first. Then, if I still don't get him back, I'll offer a reward. Husband gets paid this Friday and I'll be able to do it then.

wow,what horrible news!!! :( i hope little chester isfoundand returned soon safe and sound. i will say a prayer for you your family and little chester, coco sends his kisses.