I think the by should just remain as is, it hasnt really caused any upset, if you
cant make it, then you know yourself you have forfeit, no one else is to blame.
at the end of the thing, the best dog should out, as even if you go most of the way
on bys, which would be very rare, you still have to meet a dog that didnt.
also the north/south thing, when would that end ? or if following the card, would it go right to the end ?
I preffer the hat draw, as then you dont have to run the person nearest, who you prob know anyway.