Overview

• Boden Allen, a 2-year-old from Seligman, Arizona, disappeared from his home on April 14, prompting a 16-hour search involving over 40 rescuers and a DPS helicopter.
• The boy traveled seven miles through mountainous terrain, which included three mountain ranges and wildlife hazards such as mountain lions and coyotes.
• Buford, a ranch dog owned by Scottie Dunton, discovered Boden on the property and guided him to safety early on April 15.
• Boden told the rancher he had spent the night under a tree before being found, and he was reunited with his family in good condition.
• Buford, celebrated for his protective instincts, received a steak dinner as thanks for his heroic efforts.