I love this kind of information. I jumped the gun on waiting last year. I shot a big doe at 8 yards sitting on a pale on the ground and got a complete pass through. She however just kind of wandered off down hill. I immediately went and found my arrow covered with blood and dark chunky stuff. I figured liver and maybe even guts. I ended up giving chase right away and lucky for me I didn't find her right away. I called up my buddy and he came over to help me out. Over all I think she lay for about 45 min (i know i know not enough time) but I lucked out and she tipped over as we stood on the trail looking at her from the back. I gut her out and sure enough, liver shot. I was real lucky that she never took off on me. I agree with the when in doubt back out motto. I'd rather have a long day/afternoon or even a sleepless night and finding my animal rather than not finding it at all. Awesome post!!!!!