Latest Sightings: Chelsea Update

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Latest Update Re: Chelsea, From Janet team Chelsea:

A lady from Ajax has called to say that she believes she has seenChelsea

twice in the last month in southAjax. The first sighting was about a month ago, and she then saw the dog again about 2 weeks ago. The dog was seen on the south side ofLakeview Blvdacross fromParadisePark, in the green space area near the water. There is a small thicket of trees and when she tried to approach the Bernese with her dog she said the dog appeared nervous and ran in an erratic manner, trying to hide in the trees.

She did not notice a collar. Both times that she saw this dog she said there was no one else nearby or in the area and stated that the dog appeared alone. She saw the dog both times in the late afternoon and on the one occasion she was about 50 feet from the Berner when it appeared panicked and ran. She stated that about two weeks ago there was a large dog with a loud deep bark that barked continuously throughout the night, which was unusual for that area. She reports this Berner to be a ”little wild looking”.

She describes the dog as big with a white chest, not fat, but very tall. She said it was very furry, but was definitely not in show condition. She is familiar with the Bernese breed and believes that this isChelsea. She stated that the dog that she saw looks like the dog on the poster based on the marking.

A group of us have been spending a lot of time inAjaxstomping fields and green space

since the 2 calls same in, in early November, with possible sightings ofChelseanorth of the 401, in theSalemand Lakeridge road areas. It is disappointing since we have spent much time in that general area, yet we did not see her.

Since the last sighting was 2 weeks ago, it is impossible to know if she is still in the area or has branched out yet again.

We would very much appreciate it if you can keep your eyes focused on theAjaxarea and spread the word if you have any friends or family living in theAjaxarea. Please advise them that we are available 24/7 and call us immediately if they have any information or a sighting. Hopefully, we will get another sighting soon. C’monChelsea, lets get you home for Christmas where you belong.

Thanks to all of you,

Janet

If you see Chelsea:

• Immediately call 905-706-2635 or 905-666-4676

• Remain calm – projecting a calm energy is very important

• DO NOT face her square on – instead have your body on an angle so you are not in a threatening position

• You can try to lure her with treats, speak quietly, slowly and calmly in order to create curiosity in her rather than excitement

• Allow her to come to you – if she moves away then keep your distance but try and keep her in your sights.

• Please do NOT chase or tackleChelsea, we do not want her to be subjected to any further trauma and we do not want any harm to come to her or you.