Hmmm, they didn't get the owners out there to lure the dog to them? That would have been the first thing I thought of. Instead of chasing her for 17 hours! I know if it had been MY dog I would have insisted that I go out and get her. I would have thrown a big ol fit!! LOL
But I'm glad she is safe and sound now. That's why flying an animal is so darn scary to me.