First Name : Peter
Last Name : Atkinson
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Comments : I spent '77 to 81' in Dampier, age 7 to 11. We knew Red Dog well. I have just seen the shorts to the film and am in tears. Mum is looking for some old photo's. My memories, although I was only 9 at the time were that he was a pretty aloof character. He'd meet us at the beach, come home for a feed and a rest then wander off. My Dad would probably have some clearer memories and good stories. Cheers,
Pete.

First Name : John
Last Name : Read
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Comments : I think it is a tragedy, as a animal lover, that Red dogs grave wasn't marked with a suitable headstone, so that people could come and pay their respects, instead, his unmarked grave smacks of someone burying a dead Fox in the middle of nowhere, and then forgetting all about the incident, surely Red Dog deserved more than this, and sadly this is the case , re his grave site. 
How did you hear about reddogwa.com? : saw the premier film.

First Name : Roz
Last Name : McCracken
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Comments : I have just come across your Red Dog website when I was searching for some information.  We lived in Karratha and worked at the Burrup Peninsula from 1980 to 1982 so never had the privilege to meet Red Dog however we were enthralled by the stories we heard about him and I am so glad to hear that they have made a movie about ‘Red Dog’ and his adventures.  While living in Karratha we took our own ‘red dog’ Georgia to visit the ‘Red Dog statue’ and she was quite ‘taken’ by him! - see first photo on this page

First Name :Tricia
Last Name : Read
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Comments : Hi,  I have read Red Dog by Louis de Bernieres and also Beverley Duckett's book. I have also read Nancy's book and have tried to buy a copy several times but was told it was out of print.
I did wonder whether all the interest in the film would see Nancy's book re-published, and so it seems it will be.  We visited the Pilbara last year, and deliberately drove all around the area where Red Dog roamed, and also took several photos of his statue.  What a character!
So I would love to know when Nancy's book is ready for sale.
Thank you.
Tricia.

First Name : VIC
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Comments : Hi Anthony,  What a great site you have.   I was listening to an interview on Curtin FM (100.1) with the vet that was in Dampier at the time of the original Red Dog, and he mentioned a WA Singer/Songwriter released a song about Red Dog a number of years ago.

I believe these are two artists that sang the Red Dog song, see;

http://www.terryandjenny.com.au/news.htm 

First Name : Dave
Last Name : Stephenson from United Kingdom
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Comments : Hi Anthony. I don't know how old this web page is, so you may no longer be at the hotel.
Anyway, I have had the dubious privilege of knowing first hand old red dog.
If he wandered into the bar at the mermaid we would have to step over him to take a shot. (playing pool)
He was always in the bar never the lounge nice to know he had his priorities right.
I am looking forward to seeing the movie here in the UK when it is released.
regards Dave

As I worked in Dampier for Hammersly Iron back in the 70's
How did you hear about reddogwa.com? : internet

First Name : Fleur
Last Name : Christie from QLD
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Comments : Also want to say have been an admire of Red Dog for years & have 2 of the rare books (1st editions) but not Nancy Gillespie's story of Red Dog & so glad you (Nancy's Son - Tony) have organised a reprint, knew & waited for the film for near 2 yrs. About time the Kelpie was recognized. Cheers Fleur, Qld

How did you hear about reddogwa.com? : a friend

First Name : Stella
Last Name : Q
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Comments : Thank you Village Roadshow, Woss Films and the people behind making Red Dog The Movie.

I just came from the cinema. A true transportation. Australian film crews really know how to shoot a great production, especially as a lover and owner of many dogs and old Holdens. Makes me proud and I was deeply moved many times - as was my hard partner. The major bonus was that WSPA (WSPA is the world's leading international alliance of animal welfare) donated $1 for each ticket sold. Again, thank you all...

How did you hear about reddogwa.com? : Googled after seeing the movie and wanting to share it with others.

First Name : Geoff
Last Name : Corbett
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Comments : The amount of interest the film has generated is amazing to say the least.

Does anyone know where Red Dog is buried as I believe that a memorial should be placed at the spot?

It would be a shame if this knowledge was lost due to the passing on of those who know.

Kind regards

Geoff & Pauline Corbett

First Name : Ann Marie
Last Name : Tripodi
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Comments :  I've just seen Red Dog the movie and found it quite heartbreaking as well as funny and entertaining.  I can't wait to read the books by Beverley and Nancy, to find out more about his story and his many adventures, and see some more photos of the real deal. 

I think it is tragic that poor Red was buried in an unmarked grave.  I agree with the comments of others that efforts should be made to locate Red Dog's final resting place so that it can be marked with a memorial, allowing people to visit.  I am sure that there are many, many people who would be happy to make a contribution towards this, especially given the popularity of the movie which has allowed all Australians to get to know this very special animal. 

I would love to visit both his memorial statue and his grave, and Red's story has encouraged me to consider travelling to that region of WA.

I sincerely hope that efforts are made to find Red, while it is still possible.

First Name : Derek
Last Name : Little
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Comments : I spent a total of 30 years in the Pilbara at DSL. Loved the Pilbara without question, I had lots of contact with Red Dog and have one cherished photo of myself and Red on route to Pond Zero so he could have a swim, chasing the mullet and milk fish.Thank god I drove a Dampier Salt Mini Moke as he often stank and the open vehicle made his company quite bareable  I was wondering if there are others out there with photos of Red other than the tired looking pics we often see of him. He looks red in the pics, but that is due to the age of the pics, where in fact he was a very dark reddy brown colour.DSL put on numerous functions for the workers in the old days and Red would turn up at most of them without fail. That was when most workers lived in the company camp on site, so it was no mean feat to get there each and every time, mid way between Ktha and Dampier. He was everybodies mate but no ones friend in my opinion. He didn't have any particular \"close\" friends but had hundreds of close mates.
Great site by the way and long live Red's memory. Look forward to seeing more different pics of Red in the future.
I live in Sunny Coast these days and would love to hear from anyone who has stories to tell.

 

First Name : Bev
Last Name : Johnston
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Comments : Was so pleased to find your site and see that the Nancy Gillespie book is back in print.  Had given up on getting copies of them. Seeing the Red Dog film just makes you want to know more about this intelligent animal that lived his life on his own terms.

First Name : Ross & Anne
Last Name :Miller ..... from New Zealand
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Comments : I worked in Dampier from March 1978 to July 1978 and had the privilege of meeting, patting and knowing Red Dog. He would often be on the bus with us from the single men's camp and come with us to Parker Point.  He was also on the bus to East Intercourse Island several times as well.

Many was the time that we would run into him up at the Mermaid and on one occasion we found him in Karratha. I seem to remember that Red did not like the bouncer at the Mermaid very well. He was a Maori bloke called Peppy who more often than not got filled in for being a smart so and so. Maybe Red knew something.

Truly a legend and I hope that the movie does justice to him when I eventually see it.

Hopefully I will get back to Dampier one day to see the statue and take trip down memory lane.

Regards Ross Miller

 

First Name : Gail
Last Name :Simon
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Comments : I would like to make a comment about Red Dog.I have just recently watched the movie and I cant believe the life he had.

I must say ,what a true legend he was.I have never heard of Red until I watched the movie and I was rather moved by it all.He certainly had an interesting journey and such a good life at that too.

I am very saddened though that he is buried in an unmarked grave,well,I guess their must be a reason for this,we will never know.

I plan on making a trip up to Dampier in the near future as I would love to see his statue and do abit of site seeing at the same time.

Regards Gail.

First Name : Sue
Last Name : Bailey
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Comments :Why does he have an unmarked grave. Can't those who burried him remember where he is? It could not be that hard to erect something

I have a mate who is travelling from Broome back to QLD next week, so of course I want a photo of the statue of Red Dog from him.

Red dog has the same status as the dog on the tucker box at Gundagai as far as I am concerned! Aussie all the way.

My Dad was a stockman with red kelpies in QLD so these dogs are special to me (even though I broke with tradition and have blue heelers!!)

Long live Red Dog!

First Name : Roger
Last Name : Huth
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Comments :  Hi Anthony, congratulations on putting the Red Dog site together and presenting the past and present history of Red Dog. I think many people are taking more notice of animals and are starting to treat them with more respect than they have in the past and not just as a lump of meat on two or four legs. You have got a lot of good factual information on your site and with your association with the town and the community I am sure you would be able to answer any question about Red. I have done much research on the net to answer this question and I notice other people have asked it too but no answer has been supplied. Obviously Red was in many ways a unique animal and highly thought of by most of the community hence a memorial was quickly raised to his memory. Consequently I can’t for the life of me understand why he was buried in “ a lonely, unmarked grave somewhere between Roebourne and Cossack,” and if that is the case surely the exact location of the burial site must be known by some one? Hoping you can help me with the answer ?

Kindest Regards

Roger Huth

First Name : Jim
Last Name : McVey
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Comments : Saw the movie & loved it. Had to chase down some more info and came across your website. Keep it going!

One thing I've noticed is that many people are asking why Red Dog doesn't have a marked grave. One or two have even suggested this was a callous end to such a beautiful memory. In a way I can understand the anonymity however. Red Dog was a wanderer: his life was never in one place, so his death should be entirely the same.

By making the grave anonymous, those who buried him are now encouraging everyone to go out and look for him, out there - somewhere - in the Pilbara. To wander as he did, and soak in the land and the experiences that he might have had. A fitting legacy I guess for what seems a remarkable dog.

Now the movie has been made and the books & stories are circulating much wider, the legend of Red Dog is destined to grow beyond just the Pilbara & WA to become universally Australian.

As it should be.

Jim

First Name : Les
Last Name : Thomson
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Comments : Hi Anthony, Red Dog was on 'D' shift at the Cape Lambert iron ore plant mid-1975.  I remember he would get on the CRRIA work bus in Wickham and sit behind the driver.

He would get off at the Main Workshop, don't know where he went after that.

But at the end of shift he would get back on the bus for a ride into Wickham

I worked on the pellet plant I left CRRIA November 75 and he was still on shift then days, nights and afternoon.

Some mean bugger painted the word CAT in green paint on him, not me!

Les Thomson

First Name : Liz
Last Name : Sykes
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Comments : Hi Anthony, thanks for setting up the site re Red Dog.

We first heard of this dog through the song by Joel Smoker, entitled 'Red Dog' It is on a CD 'Road to Nullagine' Would have been great to be in the film somewhere as it fits well with the scene back then. Joel grew up in the area and knows it well.

I found your site because I was concerned with the film version showing the dog wandering off by himself to die and was heartened to read that the vet was there with him for several days until the end.

Regards

Liz

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