My baby is missing I need help!

[laurenr]

Originally Posted by Galatea

I also have some television and newspaper contacts for the Fresno area. I know Modesto ends up being covered a bit by us, but I don't think Modesto TV news is our people. If you are getting ABC30 in Modetso, let me know and I will make some calls.

Can you put a call in anyway? It would be so great if this appeared on a local news station over this coming weekend, when more viewers are in front of their TV's.All it would take is a 30 second clip, showing Zeke's pictures (I have a folder ready to go) and a brief recount of Maureen's story, her illness and how Zeke seems to have mitigated her symptoms. We could use her posting earlier when she describes it. The information could be passed onto the TV station via email, in a concise "copy and paste" of the above, with the pictures attached therein.
EDIT: I wanted to add one more thing. A couple of months ago, there was a very similar story that aired on local TV stations. Because of the enormous number of people responding, the dog was soon found. How did this person get their story publicized? It showed many times during the course of 2 days. All it takes is the right contacts, who knows whom, there is always a link somewhere, like we have here with Galatea.

[laurenr]

Originally Posted by Galatea

My plan would be to call the Walmart store, ask for the FAX number for the manager, then ask to speak to the manager. Identify myself, the issue and the request, and then FAX a letter documenting the conversation with a FAX copy to Walmart Corporation. If they say they will do something I will document that. If they say they won't I will document that and let them know that their supervisors will know, the media will know, and the police will be further advised.

I need to talk to proud mommy first on the phone to get some additional info.

Excellent!!! I am going to PM you the number that I have for her. Thank you for the quick response!

[Yorkies-Mom]

i am so so sorry that your baby is still missing! i pray that he is returned to you soon. i went through every page of the posts hoping that the last page would be happy news.

[drawlins27]

Originally Posted by Ozzie'sperson

GREAT! Anything that can be done at this point is a step in the right direction. And if you make that call to someone in the media, you might mention that Maureen is not the only one to have a Yorkie disappear recently.

Here is my recommendation. Pick the news station that you would like to cover the story and post their web site here. Somewhere on their site they will have a link where you can send in suggestions for news stories. Everyone on here should send in a separate submission suggesting that they pick up Zeke's story and give them Maureen's contact info. The more submissions they get, the more likely they will do the story. News Stations love animal stories because it gets in viewers. The cuter the pet and the more heartbreaking the story, the quicker they jump on it. I can't imagine them not wanting the story. Talk about all the missing dogs but emphasize Zeke's story. If you're lucky, the story will be picked up by the national outlets.

Hopefully they will do the story, interview Maureen on television, and show Zeke's picture while asking people to call in if they have any information. I really hope this works out.

Praying for Zeke's safe return home.

[TLC]

Originally Posted by Tatiana11

I can assist with myspace. However, it will have to be later on tonight as I am in class until 8.30pm

AWESOME!
As soon as we hear back from Maureen we can get the correct information and photos and exactly what she wants to be said.

Ok, so how does MySpace work?
Are you able to sort through people by zipcode area? I know you have to ask to acquire friends and ideally to focus in Modesto/Tracy area is what we are looking for.

[Gingergirlsmom]

honestly, I have nothing to add, you all seem to be doing an amazing job of pulling together. I will, however, keep all fingers and toes crossed! I am hoping for a happy and expedient outcome to all of this.

[Nikki+2]

Originally Posted by drawlins27

Here is my recommendation. Pick the news station that you would like to cover the story and post their web site here. Somewhere on their site they will have a link where you can send in suggestions for news stories. Everyone on here should send in a separate submission suggesting that they pick up Zeke's story and give them Maureen's contact info. The more submissions they get, the more likely they will do the story. News Stations love animal stories because it gets in viewers. The cuter the pet and the more heartbreaking the story, the quicker they jump on it. I can't imagine them not wanting the story. Talk about all the missing dogs but emphasize Zeke's story. If you're lucky, the story will be picked up by the national outlets.

Hopefully they will do the story, interview Maureen on television, and show Zeke's picture while asking people to call in if they have any information. I really hope this works out.

Praying for Zeke's safe return home.

That is a great idea! There are way too many of us to ignore!

[laurenr]

Originally Posted by drawlins27

Here is my recommendation. Pick the news station that you would like to cover the story and post their web site here. Somewhere on their site they will have a link where you can send in suggestions for news stories. Everyone on here should send in a separate submission suggesting that they pick up Zeke's story and give them Maureen's contact info. The more submissions they get, the more likely they will do the story. News Stations love animal stories because it gets in viewers. The cuter the pet and the more heartbreaking the story, the quicker they jump on it. I can't imagine them not wanting the story. Talk about all the missing dogs but emphasize Zeke's story. If you're lucky, the story will be picked up by the national outlets.

Hopefully they will do the story, interview Maureen on television, and show Zeke's picture while asking people to call in if they have any information. I really hope this works out.

Praying for Zeke's safe return home.

Great idea! I did a Google search for Modesto TV and this is what I found:
http://www.kazv.net/about.htm

If you click on link "Contact us", it shows a list of email addresses of staff members. You will then see this:
KAZV TV 14 & AZVideo Media
2731 Iowa Ave.
Modesto, CA 95358
(209) 577-0743

KAZVINFO@KAZV.NET

Our representatives may be helping assist other clients so should you get a machine be sure to leave your contact information and what it’s regarding, thanks!

Staff E-mails:
KAZVinfo@kazv.net
KAZVsales@kazv.net
HometownFocus@kazv.net
Frank@kazv.net
Suzy@kazv.net
Dan@kazv.net
Travis@kazv.net
Michele@kazv.net
Scott@kazv.net
Alex@kazv.net
DonLangman@kazv.net


I have to run errands; will be back soon to check here.

[drawlins27]

It looks like a pretty small station. It may not have many viewers. You might want to find out the local news stations that airs on one the top three networks(abc, nbc, cbs)

[drawlins27]

Try this link to find a local news station.

http://newslink.org/CAtele.html

[lisatodd]

this is so terrible sad. i hope you find her

[rhiannon80]

www.abc.go.com

www.nbc.com

If you go to these websites they have a "local" link to click on then from there you click on the station is nearsest you!

[TLC]

Here is another idea...and again, I am not familiar with Craig's List or the Modesto/Tracy area.

Anyway...Yorkiemalt suggested that Zeke's Mom take out a "Yorkie Wanted - Preferably Male" Ad on Craigs List.

I think that's a good idea too, b/c whom ever has him might answer b/c they are looking to sell him

[CO_yorkie_momma]

Originally Posted by TLC

Here is another idea...and again, I am not familiar with Craig's List or the Modesto/Tracy area.

Anyway...Yorkiemalt suggested that Zeke's Mom take out a "Yorkie Wanted - Preferably Male" Ad on Craigs List.

I think that's a good idea too, b/c whom ever has him might answer b/c they are looking to sell him

it's worth a try.

[Galatea]

I just called her and left a message. I would suggest an ABC affiliate for the news. They have the greatest number of local news viewers in that area.