When the Krier family discovered that their beloved Black Labrador, Bo, was missing, they were immediately filled with panic. They began a frantic search, calling his name and checking every nearby road and field in hopes of finding him.
Bo, a naturally curious dog, lived in Concordia, Kansas, and loved to explore the outdoors. He often wandered off for short adventures, always returning home a few hours later, tail wagging proudly.
But this time, things were different.
After his mom let him outside for a quick bathroom break that evening, Bo didn’t come back, and the family’s hearts sank with worry.
A Small Sign Of Hope
The Kriers were devastated by Bo’s disappearance. His mom, Laura, quickly shared his photo on social media, pleading for help from anyone who might have seen him.
The following day, their hope was renewed when Bo’s dad, Kyle, received a call. Someone had spotted a black dog running through a cornfield roughly six miles away from their home.
Kyle wasted no time and drove straight to the location. As soon as he arrived, he spotted a familiar shape moving through the tall stalks.
Bo’s eyes lit up the moment he saw his dad. He sprinted toward him at full speed, tail wagging wildly.
But then Kyle noticed something surprising: Bo wasn’t alone. Two other animals were running right behind him.
Bo’s Unusual Travel Crew
As the group came closer, Kyle couldn’t believe his eyes. Bo had brought along two companions: another dog and a goat.
Apparently, Bo hadn’t been on a solo adventure after all. Ever the social pup, he’d made sure to include his friends in the fun.
When Kyle opened his truck door, Bo and his new buddies jumped right in without hesitation, ready for the ride home.
Later, the Kriers learned that Bo’s travel partners, Libby the dog and Ozzy the goat, actually belonged to their neighbors.
It seemed Bo had stopped by to visit them after escaping, and together, they decided to take off on a grand adventure.
“It’s difficult to say if Bo the black Lab or Libby and Ozzy were the culprit in starting the adventure. But, nonetheless, they escaped. They’re pals for sure,” Shawna Huggans told The Dodo.
The three clearly shared a strong friendship, and Bo couldn’t have been happier to bring his partners-in-crime along for the journey.
Remembering Bo’s Wonderful Spirit
After the rescue, Bo went back to his playful routines, often spending time with his goat friends and occasionally sneaking away for another bit of excitement.
Laura shared on Facebook that their beloved Bo had passed away. The family was heartbroken to say goodbye.
“He was so perfect from the day we picked him as a puppy, it’s truly unexplainable! The happiness he brought us all everyday, his funny personality. His love to go with dad to work, his love to go on walks or jogs even if I couldn’t keep up with his energy and his love for hot dogs will live on forever with us everyday,” she wrote.
Bo’s life was full of love, adventure, and laughter. He wasn’t just a pet — he was a cherished member of the family. And though he’s gone, his joyful spirit continues to live on in the memories he left behind.