I liver shot a doe 3years ago with the bow. She just stood there no clue what happened and looked around. She stood there for about 10seconds. I use a crossbow so I couldnt get another shot in her.The the blood was just pouring out. She went on a 40yd death run fell down and died within seconds. I've been on the trail of numerous liver shot deer and all have been recovered. The liver although not the ideal target is extremly lethal imo. Sounds to me in you're case though that its a paunch shot. Back out for atleast 4hours better yet if its shot in the evening and cold enough give it overnight and resume the trail in the morning. Paunch shot deer if left go give a good chance of recovery.