It’s the same owner that hoarded 12 cats at her rental flat. We helped to rehome most of the cats. She is also the same owner who abandoned two mongrels. The whole experience of helping them was unpleasant. Right now, this lady has done it again. This time, she claims that Baby’s owner doesn’t want him anymore.
As a Buddhist, we don’t practise hatred. Therefore, I hardly hate anyone. I also don’t agree with feelings of like and dislike. As long as I do my best to help, I don’t want to hold on to anything.
The fosterer calls him Baby. This is my first time walking dogs. Baby is a sweet boy who gets along well with humans but not with some dogs and perhaps all cats. Someone told me that the reason Baby cannot get along with other pets is because his owner did not take him to socialise with them.
I have no experience in rehoming dogs, so I sought help from those who are experienced with dogs. Mdm Goh, who is a cat rescuer and also a stray dog feeder, recommended Purely Woof, a dog welfare group.
At first, they were hesitant to help as the dog has an owner and there might be legal complications. But after I explained the experiences I had with the fosterer, NParks and SPCA. I was glad they understood where I was coming from. Instead of leaving me out, they included me.
Today, a potential adopter came to visit Baby. I wasn’t around because I felt it would be easier for the volunteers to communicate with the fosterer and the adopters without my presence. When the meeting ended, I met the fosterer. The adopters were shopping at the supermarket, they came by to interact with Baby again. They were a mother and daughter. The daughter seemed interested in Baby, but not the mother. We knew that when the mother showed no interest, the likelihood of adopting Baby was slim.
I told the fosterer not to carry too much hope. The volunteers would continue looking for another adopter. Just a week ago, I took Baby for check-up. He had a comprehensive blood test and a 4Dx test and the result showed he was in perfect health, which is a plus point. I also had his nails clipped and ears cleaned. The total cost was $606.
I have always done what I could, but for the sterilisation, it is the adopter’s responsibility. The adopter must take responsibility for the dog they adopt, just as with cats. Purely Woof is a responsible dog welfare group, so I’ll leave to them!
I sincerely hope Baby finds a good, loving and responsible home.
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