When she was rescued, she had ehrlichea and had a blood count of only 23. She also had pale gums, very bad conjunctivitis, and had just suffered from a miscarriage. While recuperating at the vet clinic, she managed to escape. She holds the record for the longest missing dog – we searched for her for 12 days and nights! After she was found, Chiew Guat and her family kindly offered to adopt her because she thought Sunday's ears were really cute and floppy. She kept her name but calls her "Sundae" or "Dae Dae".
That was 7 years ago – Sundae is now a senior dog, estimated to be about 11 / 12 years old. Sunday has found her forever home and her second lease of life with Chiew Guat’s family. Carrying for a senior dog is a whole new ball game, but Sundae is blessed to have a family who loves her to bits and who is willing to go the extra mile to care for her.
Sunday suffered a mild stroke recently, but she remained strong and as sweet as ever. It took her some time to regain balance and to walk properly. This could not have been made possible without her family’s support. We wish to thank Sunday’s family for loving her, and most importantly, for giving her a second chance at life.
Adopting a street dog rescues the animal from a life on the streets – you’re saving a life, and you’re giving them a forever home. They may not look the prettiest or the cutest, but that does not diminish their capacity to love or to be loved. We cannot thank Sunday’s family enough for opening up their hearts and home to her. By doing so, not only did they change Sunday’s life forever, they also helped to free up space in the shelter. This gives other dogs a chance to be saved.
Consider opening up your heart to a street dog as well – the rewards are endless...
Written by: Jeannie
