Nong Nau returns home after her wound care

Not long ago we were alerted about a wound on the back of a dog that could have come from a fight or getting hit with a car or motorbike. We don't really concern ourselves with the cause but more so with the treatment in these cases. Nong Nau was a delight to have around and was a very agreeable and friendly dog that got along with everyone both other dogs and the human folk. The time has come for her to go home though and that is where we recently brought her.

Putting Nau in this kennel probably wasn't necessary during transport but it is just protocol. When a dog is acting cool in the yard or anywhere else, it doesn't mean they are going to continue to be that way inside of a car. Just imagine what it is like to be a dog and get put inside a car for the first time in your life ok? They have no idea what is going on and could freak out. As unlikely as this is to occur it is something that we must plan for so Nau had to ride her cute little self in the back of the truck for the short journey back to the temple grounds that we picked her up at.

I'm disappointed to see Nau go back home because she was so sweet and nice but I feel that way about nearly all the animals that end up in our care. The fact of the matter is that we do not have the resourced to look after but so many dogs and Nau already has some care-takers back at the temple. The monks were happy to see her return.

I know I say it a lot but partnering with the monks has been just wonderful for our organization. We don't pressure any of them to get involved with us but many of them are very willing to help out. These men are not veterinarians but they tend to be quite caring people and will help as much as they can. Most of the time this consists of just doling out the food that we provide for them and to call us if there is a problem. Nau not only had a bad wound on her back but she had mange and terrible fleas and ticks as well. This is something that is easily handled but we still consider this educational aspect of things to be a work in progress as far as the monks and everyone else is concerned. I think there is a belief in Thailand that if the dog is strong enough they will "power through" as far as infestations are concerned and sometimes this is actually correct. Unfortunately it is incorrect more frequently though and this results in the untimely and painful death of the dogs.

Nau jumped out of her cage and immediately went to go and greet her friends who were probably wondering where she had been for the past nearly a week. I hope that she remembers me when I make my return trips.

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