A farmer's beloved dogs are missing after a shocking daylight theft.
A shocking incident has left a Keith farmer devastated after two of her cherished border collies were reportedly stolen during a daylight raid. Christine Forbes, 61, discovered that her dogs, Zak and Leo, were missing from their shed at her farm home in Drummuir, near Keith, after returning from a brief errand.
The alarming discovery
Christine and her farm staff had locked the dogs inside while they stepped out for just an hour. Upon their return around noon, they were met with a distressing sight: the shed door had been forced open, and the dogs were nowhere to be found.
This shocking discovery has prompted a desperate search across the area, with locals being urged to keep an eye out for the missing dogs.
The impact on the farm
With over 100 sheep due to lamb in the coming weeks, the absence of Zak and Leo poses a significant challenge for Christine and her team. The dogs play a crucial role in managing the farm’s operations, and their loss has raised concerns about how the farm will cope during this busy season. Christine expressed her worries, stating, “We really need the dog to be able to work. I’m not sure what we are going to do without him.”
A community rallying for help
The search for Zak and Leo has continued throughout the day, with Christine and her staff reaching out to local contacts for any news or sightings. Zak is described as a large red, brown, and white collie, while Leo is smaller and predominantly black and white. The theft has been reported to local police, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact them via the non-emergency number 101.
Christine shared her deep affection for her dogs, stating, “We absolutely love them. They’re so friendly and they’re part of the family. We are really missing them.” The community’s support during this difficult time highlights the bond between farmers and their working dogs, who are not just pets but integral members of the farming family.
