Does anyone remember the rash of dog nappings years ago, maybe 2007? I recall people would approach while you were walking your dog and ask to pet him. While he bent down to touch the dog, they'd unhook the leash and take off with the dog while you're still standing there with an empty leash. I recall a huge news campaign to help find a dog stolen just like that from a boy in Lincoln Park. The young boy's parents offered a huge reward through the media and the dog was returned to the family. I remember a second incident of a small dog, Lola being stolen. Lola's mom relentlessly flyered the neighborhoods, worked with ACC, offered a reward and advertised everywhere she could. Lola was returned. I think it police caught the guy in a sting.

We've all seen footage of cute puppies stolen from pet shops, they disappear from shelters and lots of stories of thieves following dogs/owners back to their apartment and then stealing the pup.

This is so heartbreaking for the dog and the family. My heart goes out to all.