Family to thief: Keep the cash, but just give us our dog back
GRESHAM, Ore. – A heartbroken family has one thing to say to a burglar who ransacked their house: keep the cash, but give us back our dog, a 2-year-old chihuahua.
The Farfan family is having a hard time understanding why someone would steal their dog. It not only doesn't make sense to them, it seems cruel that a burglar would steal cash, video games, a laptop and a watch, and then top it off, steal the family dog.
"He had this funny walk when he was really happy," said Alejandro Farfan.
The family always knew Ronnie the chihuahua was worth more than a television or a video game console, and now that he's gone, it's clear he's the only missing item that matters.
"We treated him like a brother. He was family," Alejandro said.
The muddy shoe marks on the front door showed where the burglar tried to break through the door. That failed, but the back sliding glass door didn’t hold when it was smashed with a padlock.
"He (the dog) was probably here barking the whole time while the guy was trying to get in," said Fabricio Farfan.
Fabricio Farfan is putting his faith in fliers, hoping somebody spots Ronnie's colorful face and the unique mark on his back.
"He has a black hairless spot on his lower back that kind of resembles an eight," Fabricio said.
The Farfans are convinced Ronnie wouldn't run away, especially with his back legs injured before the burglary.
"He was limping every time he walked anywhere," Fabricio said.
It's just another reason they say the burglar was ridiculous and heartless in taking Ronnie, and leaving valuable electronics behind.
"I don't really care about that. I'd rather have him steal my X-Box or my TV than my dog. Those are all material stuff – Ronnie's a friend,” Fabricio said.
In addition to posting fliers, the family is checking websites in case someone tries to sell Ronnie online.
They'd love it if the burglar just left Ronnie at their door. But until that happens, they're hoping you'll call Gresham police if you spot Ronnie running loose or up for sale.
Based on the number of idiotic posts by Dr Rawdog, I wonder what type of doctor, if any, he is. If he were my doctor, I would rather go to a veterinarian! Moronic posts, normally, by an abnormal person!
There should be no negotiation with thieves. Upon conviction they should lose one hand!
ronnie, stay strong! we're looking for you!
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 @Dr. Rawdog @Solipsist01 Only an internet-diagnosed sociopath would point out that animals can't read. Â
 @Sundowner  @Dr. Rawdog  @Solipsist01 Or a troll like Dr. Trolldog!
I am pretty sure someone found this dog yesterday and posted him in the lost in found section on craigslist. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/laf/3585162197.html
Nice work Rockyboy... I bet that by now dog and owners are reunited.Â
And, I'd bet that @Dr. Rawdog is still a useless idiot.Â
 @Rockyboy Nice job!
@Rockyboy I definitly think its the same dog. I wonder if anyone has contacted this person through craigslist??
 @MarissaM  @Rockyboy I emailed the craigslist post and I emailed the web staff at KATU. Hopefully, this can all get worked out soon.Â
 @Dr. Rawdog  @Rockyboy  @MarissaM Yeah because a flash would never shine back into the camera as red huh????
@Dr. Rawdog That's why you're the doctor.
People suck, dude. Plain and simple! I go out to Gresham a lot so I'll definitely be on the lookout for this guy. People should look on the "Pets and Animals" section on Craigslist, too.
I live in the Gresham area and will be watching carefully for Ronnie. What a s h i t thing to do, steal someone's companion and friend.
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@Dr. Rawdog....in case you're curious...I just grabbed the first site I found.
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http://www.quibblo.com/quiz/hbCvlWi/Are-you-a-sociopath
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 @Solipsist01 Whew!  I took the test and I'm not a sociopath.  Not quite sure how inferring someone is a sociopath because they value human life over a pet is valid, but apparently you see it.  I wonder if there's a test to see what character flaw a person has when they judge others without knowing them?  But now that I know I'm not a sociopath, I'll admit right here in front of everyone that I value human life over an animal's too.
 @Solipsist01 Do you have a license that enables you to diagnose people based on a forum comment?  I notice you're very anti-gun, but sprinkle in "get a dog" comments with the anti-gun stuff.  Maybe there's a condition for you that might be diagnosed as "likes dogs more than humans".  Ehhh....you bore me now.  Â
@Sundowner....did you really need to take a test to know that you're not a sociopath? are you really that unsure of yourself?
@Sundowner....a sociopath doesn't understand why someone else might value a dog. It's the inability to empathize with others that's a trademark sociopathic tendency.
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Test results are irrelevant because sociopaths have had to learn play the part of a normal person. Rawdog can provide all the right answers when asked but his very first statement on this thread gave him away.
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Sorry, dude but you've been outed...sociopath to the core.
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 @Solipsist01 I took the test but I know I'm not a sociopath.
@Dr. Rawdog....the fact that you even bothered to take the test tells me that you're a sociopath.
@Dr. Rawdog Some people (like myself) hate children and their dogs become their "children" So no...getting a "new one" won't work for them. Ya jerk.
 @Sarbar @Dr. Rawdog You don't see the irony in saying you "hate children", then calling someone a jerk for saying they value human life over a pet?  OK, just checking.
@Dr. Rawdog Would you be so cruel if a child had been kidnapped? After, the couple could always make another one - or adopt another one.
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@Dr. Rawdog @theprodigal You obviously have very little compassion for "lesser" creatures. Have you forgotten that there was a time when women were considered property (I believe there are some cultures/religions that still consider women property)? Or how about the fact that slaves were considered property?
@Dr. Rawdog Troll's eat dogs do they not? Pavlovian response much?
 @Dr. Rawdog Spoken like a person who's never had the unconditional love of a dog. I'm sure there are other deficiencies in your personality based on your posts, but this one? Explains a lot. Have a nice day.
 @Dr. Rawdog you Blow!Â
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 @Dr. Rawdog  @Saywhat? Dr. Trolldog strikes again!
 @Dr. Rawdog  @'CouvGuy  @Saywhat? No, my comment was not optimistic or kind.  Can you deny yours was cynical and mean, meant only to provoke?  The troll is strong with this one.....
 @Dr. Rawdog  @'CouvGuy  @Saywhat? You comment was cynical and mean.  I hope you found it wildly entertaining.  Even if you're not a dog lover, having a little compassion for someone who misses their pet wouldn't hurt.  Of course, if you find bomb throwing at other people's expense entertaining, by all means, party on.
 @Dr. Rawdog No rational person would be okay if their dog was stolen. You must really crack yourself up every time there is a dog story and you can come on here and make ass hole comments.Â
 @Dr. Rawdog  @'CouvGuy  @Saywhat? Was yours?
 @Dr. Rawdog  @Saywhat? There's truth, and there's cynical and just plain mean.  Speaks volumes that you think the latter is entertaining. Â
This is just heartbreaking...someone tried to steal my beautiful blue-eyed Siamese, luckily a neighbor yelled and they let him go. I can't imagine the evil and cruelty of this person. I'm sorry - this isn't a person. This is a monster I would love to hurt. I pray for your dog's return.Â
What kind of a-s-shole loser would steal someones little friend? I sure hope they get their little mutt back! If someone took my mutt, I would be devistated.
 @iamtroglodite@yahoo.com Only a total schmuck could do that!