By Bejay Browne.
A dog that was found shot in the Cap Saint George area of Peyia and lost an eye after more than 60 pellets were found in his head has been re-homed in Russia.
The dogs plight and its happy outcome is being highlighted to bring awareness about animal welfare, the work of Paphos based charity Paphiakos and CCP animal welfare and to inform the public and the animals’ supporters that he is doing’ fabulously well’, said the facility’s advertising and media co-ordinator, Oana Simion- Bodnaras.
Nelson’s story shocked the public, when his plight was featured in the media in June.
According to police, Nelson was shot around May 18, 2018, and X-rays revealed he had more than 60 pellets in his head, shot from a relatively short range. He lost an eye in the incident.
He was discovered scared and wounded, down an open manhole and was rescued by members of the fire brigade who did not immediately realise that he had also been shot.
The news of his re-homing has been met with joy by the staff of of Paphiakos and CCP animal welfare, that looked after Nelson, and also his many supporters, she said.
“He is such a lovely dog and after relentless networking and sharing on social media, Nelson’s story got all the way to Russia and a lovely family saw him and were touched by his story and decided that they would like to become Nelson’s “forever after.”
The lucky dog made his journey to Russia around six weeks ago and his new owners have kept the charity informed of his progress.
She said that this dog’s positive outcome was only made possible by the staff of Cap Saint George, Christina Chorlton, and the work carried out by a team of dedicated volunteers from Russia, who spend a lot of time to find perfect homes for the dogs
“We pass on our gratitude to all of them.”
Bodnaras said that Nelson has already happily settled into his new home, likes wearing a new blue collar, loves going for walks and eating and is enjoying running around a garden full of grass.
“Most of all, he is thriving in the love he had been too long deprived of,” she said.
Bodnaras said that food donations are always welcome and should be taken to the Paphos shelter or reception centre in Kato Paphos, and large quantities collection can be arranged.
www.cyprusanimalwelfare.com
