Remember Rottie?

Rottie just before he was rescued off the streets.
We wrote about Rottie several weeks ago after we were alerted of his plight by a kind Samaritan. He was apparently constantly abused by some people from the neighborhood where he lived. Rottie has since been rescued and is now being treated for heartworms at the clinic. He has already been neutered and we are looking for adopters or sponsors for Rottie. Here’s a narration of what had happened:

“I was born in such a malicious way. My father, A Rottweiler went wondering on the roads not accompanied by his owner and met my mother. From the rumors I heard, the owners of my father watched happily while my father copulated with my mother who was a stray.
Months later I was born. Unfortunately, my mother was viciously dragged away from me by the spiteful dogcatchers. I managed to run and hide myself in some bushes, where I felt my little heart break into pieces, as I silently watched them drag my mother away. Her eyes locked with mine momentarily. I feared for her as I coiled myself together and cried silently because I know, I’ll never feel those playful bites and the love of my mother again.
How long could I just stay there in the shrubs all alone and hungry? I started wondering around. I walked for days, looking for food. I started digging up food from garbage bins and did not realise that I angered people by doing this. I only wish that they understood that I didn’t do it on purpose – I did it because I was hungry.
One day a wicked man caught me and broke my front left paw. I watched him injure me, wondering what I did wrong. I howled in pain, I begged him to stop but it was too late. My bone could be seen, I couldn’t feel my paws anymore.
I cried wondering what I did wrong. For months I suffered in pain. It’s been almost 6 months now since I injured my leg. I walk with a slight hobble. I wonder why people abuse and hurt me. They hit me because I seek shelter under their cars. I wonder why I can’t have a decent home? All I need is a roof over my head and some food. Am I asking for too much? I’ll offer you more than you can imagine. I’ll protect your house. I’ll make sure no one gets in without your permission. I won’t make much noise. And I assure you that I’ll be your faithful companion. Just give me a home, that’s all I ask for…. …all I need is a chance…and a home…”

Rottie front limb which was snapped by the cruel man.

Rottie at the clinic - neutered and being treated.

Anyone, interested in adopting or sponsoring Rottie can call 019-3576477.

Patches, the grateful lass

When we rescued Patches from the pound - she lay her head on the lap of her rescuer throughout the car ride to the veterinary clinic. We could clearly see that she was grateful to be given another chance to live. At the clinic, she made it a point to walk around and lick the hand of everyone who was instrumental in rescuing her. Soon after, she was down with parvo and once she recovered - she was hit with distemper. Just as expected, she fought with all her might to live on and Patches is today healthy and ready to be adopted. She may not be much of a looker to many but rest assured that Patches is beautiful inside and will make anyone adopting her love her with all their hearts. In return, we guarantee you that Patches will forever be grateful and will show her gratitude with unconditional love and loyalty.

Victor The Hero

This is Victor and he is a hero. Victor was rescued from the Setapak pound and he was frightened little pup when we got him. To add on to his suffering, Victor was infected with the distemper virus soon after his rescue and had gone through hell. The infection was so bad that it had even clouded his eyes. We were told by the vets attending to him that they were contemplating putting him down. But Malaysian Dogs Deserve Better adheres to a no kill policy and we wouldn't hear of it. Thanks to Dr Edmund Yeoh, who took-up Victor's treatment, the plucky puppy managed to fight the disease. We would also like to thank a couple of our friends who administered some homeopathy treatment as well. Victor is a happy and strong boy today because they had given their best to heal him. Victor currently needs a home and we also welcome anyone willing to sponsor Victor until he is adopted.

REMEMBER SISTER DOBERMAN?

The day she was found more than four months ago. Sister Doberman, who has be named Luca, was a bag of skin and bones and suffered from a severe case of mange, heartworms and malnutrition.
This was taken two days after her rescue. With food and shelter, Luca showed us that she was a fighter and wanted to live. She fought very hard to get better and seeing this, we gave her our best.

This is Luca about a month after her rescue. A daily meal of rice, chicken liver and carrots managed to bring a lot of positive changes. The attention shown by the staff of the veterinary clinic where she was admitted also helped to heal her emotionally.

Luca about a month ago. Healed of her wounds, she was undergoing heartworm treatment when this photograph was taken.

These two pictures of Sister Doberman a.k.a Luca was taken about a week ago just before she was sent for a holiday at a foster home. She is still undergoing treatment for heartworms and her next shot is scheduled in May. So, we thought it would be nice for Luca to take a break from the clinic's cage for a bit. Luckily, someone living nearby the clinic has offered to foster Luca for a short while. The fosterer says Luca has a good appetite. Since she has been treated for all her health issues, Luca's characteristics have emerged. She appears to be a playful, friendly and gregarious girl. We are currently looking for someone to adopt her. Meanwhile, we also welcome any form of sponsorship for our Luca.

Beautiful Saskia

Remember Holly, the pup rescued from the jaws of death at the Setapak pound? Here the latest update about her. Holly, has been renamed Saskia and lives with her human family in Bukit Antarabangsa. Her transformation is amazing given the condition she was in when we first set eyes on her. Thanks to kind-hearted Lynette - the little pup acquired confidence and blosommed under her fosterer's care. Thank you Lynette for helping us give this beautiful puppy a second chance in life.

IT WAS TIRING BUT WORTH EVERY PANT.....

POPIKO MAIL

ME - very very pleased that the adoption drive had gone well.

Hello Peeps,

I am happy to inform all of you that the adoption drive at the NZX Mall in Ara Damansara had gone very well. I am overjoyed that a large number of my homeless brothers and sisters were able to find homes and humans at the event. I must also thank by canine counterparts Jojo, Kiki, Fat Girl, Strong Boy and a couple of others who had worked hard on both days to promote the event and raise funds. Their paws on experience at the event will certainly come in handy for future adoption drives. I wish I could have been there but had to stay behind to guard the fort. Furthermore, I was bushed with all the pre-adoption drive work I had to do. The media interviews annd the press statements still make my head reel. But it was an experience for me as well as I now have a better understanding of what is expected of me as the Malaysian Dogs Deserve Better canine representative. I must also tell all of you that more dogs have been rescued since the adoption drive. Some, were picked-up by Malaysian dogs Deserve Better volunteers after members of the public contacted them and alerted them of some stray dogs and puppies in trouble. Will brief you all over the weekend. Will also post pics of the event.

Till then,

Waggety wag wag and woof, woof, woof,

Sharmini Popiko Sasha (SPS)

ANNOUNCEMENT

ME

This is to announce that I London was adopted by a nice family during last weekend's adoption drive at the NZX Mall in Ara Damansara.

Thank you.

Yours pawfully,

L O N D O N