Hey Guys,

Thanks for all of the advice. I did take my dog out and she did a great job. The reason I could not find my deer is that someone stole it. I followed my little bird dog for about 400 yards and there was the gut pile. That means that someone is hunting illegally on park land or they were out for a walk and saw my buck and decided to take it. At least I have some closure and the deer is not rotting. I thought I had lost my mind. I am going to train my dog in this a little bit this season. Get her out when I shoot deer and let her track them. When she is confident, I will assist any of you VA guys that need help. Great suggestion Rob, thanks for the help. Nothing like losing a 125 class deer right off the bat.