What would you do in this situation
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01/27/15 01:17 PM
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Andrew N.
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Last September I set 2 coon size cage traps in a woman's backyard. I got the job from a local feed store I had my cards at. Things were going smooth with the customer, even though I had not caught her skunk. She was a patient, pleasant woman. About mid November I told her the skunks she was seeing weren't living in her yard, but more likely the green belt behind her yard. I said I would come get the traps as I thought the skunk had moved on. No sightings, no odor, no sign. She said I could leave the traps for the rest of the winter as they weren't bothering her. I said ok which I believe was my first mistake. I did let her know I would need them back before the end of the year and she says that'll work.
Starting in December, I called her to let her know I'd be needing the traps back. After roughly a dozen calls and a couple stops by the house with no answer, I still can't ahold of her. I've left voicemails and my card with a short note explaining all I want is my traps back and there would be no charge to her. Still, no response.
Do I call the sheriffs office or fish and wildlife on her? Total for the traps is around $150. What would you all do?
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Re: What would you do in this situation
[Re: Andrew N.]
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01/27/15 01:34 PM
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JBarnes6767
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Calling law enforcement would definitely be the last resort, but it may be necessary. Have you checked the obituaries? http://www.legacy.com/ns/ A lot of my elderly customers who I have lost contact with have past on, and when I cant get ahold of them I usually find them there. Have you also checked with neighbors or peeked in the backyard to see if your cages are still there? Good luck!
Last edited by JBarnes6767; 01/27/15 01:34 PM.
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Re: What would you do in this situation
[Re: Andrew N.]
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01/27/15 03:25 PM
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Vinke
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try calling with a different phone
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Re: What would you do in this situation
[Re: Vinke]
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01/27/15 04:10 PM
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Andrew N.
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try calling with a different phone Vinke, sonetimes the simplest answers fly right by me. That's a darn good idea. Hope things are good up your way
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Re: What would you do in this situation
[Re: Andrew N.]
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01/27/15 07:47 PM
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Eric Arnold
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As the saying goes, you can lead a horse to water but you can't make them drink. If the property isn't that far of a drive, I'd make a special trip out there and knock on the door. If you feel she would recognize you and not answer, have one of your friends or family member go instead. If you can prove she is home but refusing to answer, it's time to get the authorities involved.
Just explain the situation to them and see if they will give her a call with the option to place the traps outside of the door so you can collect them so they don't have to get involved with it.
Eric Arnold Publishing Editor W.C.T. Magazine Editor The Fur Taker Magazine
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Re: What would you do in this situation
[Re: Andrew N.]
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01/27/15 09:58 PM
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Vinke
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Hope all is well with you Big A,,,,,,,,, I will try calling soon.......
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Re: What would you do in this situation
[Re: Andrew N.]
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01/28/15 03:34 PM
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BigBob
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Were the traps where you left them, or are they gone? Perhaps the husband/son etc went into biz for himself with your gear, and she doesn't want to face you.
Every kid needs a Dog and a Curmudgeon.
Remember Bowe Bergdahl, the traitor.
Beware! Jill Pudlewski, Ron Oates and Keven Begesse are liars and thiefs!
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Re: What would you do in this situation
[Re: Andrew N.]
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01/31/15 12:52 AM
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Dave Schmidt
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May be shutting the door after the horse is out of the barn, but make sure your contract mandates safe access to property.
Last edited by Dave Schmidt; 01/31/15 12:52 AM.
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Re: What would you do in this situation
[Re: Andrew N.]
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01/31/15 02:35 AM
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Ron Scheller
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She said I could leave the traps for the rest of the winter as they weren't bothering her. I said ok which I believe was my first mistake. Teachable moment. You already know what NOT to do.... ever again. We've all made similar mistakes, and it's part of learning the business.
Ron Scheller
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