Ollie’s Best Christmas Ever December 23, 2009
Posted by Jonny Mitchell in : Stories , trackbackAssistant Manager John McCartney writes:
Hi folks,
I felt I had to post these photos to let our supporters know why we are so grateful for your continued support.
11-month-old Ollie was brought to us from the dog warden on Tuesday the 8th. I had been told on the phone that he had been a victim of a dispute between neighbours, and had been attacked by someone who threw acid over him. That did not prepare me for what stood in front of me that morning when the dog warden removed Ollie’s coat (a coat he had bought himself, as he was so moved by Ollie’s injuries).
Not only was I surprised by the horrific injuries Ollie had suffered; somehow this poor wee dog still showed so much affection to humans. As I knelt down on one knee, he put his paws on my shoulder and licked my face. I am not afraid to admit to tears.
Happily, since then Ollie has found a new owner in a another good friend of the sanctuary who was visiting that day, and went home on the 11th. Without people like yourselves, the likes of Ollie would have nowhere to turn. Thanks to all of you, and a Happy Christmas from Ollie and friends.
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This story is heartbreaking how could anyone do this to a poor wee dog – they should be charged with attempted murder.
I am glad that Ollie has a new loving home now and will have a happy new year.
I pass the animal sanctuary everyday on my way to work and have in the past year seen a few dogs tied to the gates – WHY how could anyone walk away from their so called best friend
This story is heartbreaking, it fails me to be able to understand how anyone could carry out such a cruel, evil act on an innocent young dog – dogs dont know evil, jealousy or discontent, these are sadly the qualities of a lot of human beings – animals could teach human beings so much!! I truly believe a dog is the best friend we could ever have.
I hope the perpetrator who carried out this evil act against this defenceless animal is prosecuted ( the sentence though would never be tough enough) and that justice can be done for Ollie
You are safe now Ollie – I hope you can get over this and that in time you realise all human beings are not evil – have a long, beautiful + happy life beautiful boy
Just a note from Ollie to thank everyone at Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary for taking me in and looking after me until I picked my new Mum & Dad
I now live with 2 collies and a lurcher (who I love), my skin is almost healed now and I don’t scratch so much. The Vet says my hair won’t ever grow back but my Mum & Dad tell me I’m beautiful every day.
I love my new home, I get to the beach now too and the odd tin of salmon and a custard cream are my favourite treats !
I hope all my friends at the Sanctuary get nice homes too some day.
Lots of love from Ollie x