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Abandoned by her owner and left with crushed legs after a train accident, a resilient mother dog continues to nurture her four small pups

“One cannot help but be depressed when confronted with the situation of abandoned stray dogs. Among the hopelessness, though, there are tales of resiliency and mother love—best shown by Si Bao.
Left behind by her owner and set to experience a terrible accident, Si Bao suffered the devastating strike of a train with her hind legs damaged. Si Bao’s mother instincts took over as she delivered four gorgeous and healthy pups, turning her usually depressing life into a ray of light even with her own suffering.
Si Bao discovered fresh power and direction with her dogs at her side. She boldly stood on her front legs, fiercely protective of her children, despite her infirmity. Many people have been moved by this touching story of bravery and tenacity, which emphasises the amazing relationships found in the animal realm.



After her owner left her, the mother dog—later known as Hope by rescuers—had been living a difficult existence on the streets. She had to take care of her four newborn pups and herself without anyone else around. Hope was struck by a passing train one tragic day while searching for food close to a railway line, leaving her with broken legs and agonising pain. Hope’s will to defend and raise her puppies never faltered, even with her serious injuries.

Unable to move and with her legs torn, Hope pulled herself back to the makeshift den where her pups awaited her. The sight of their mother in such a terrible state did not stop the young ones from clinging to her for warmth and food. As Hope kept tending to and nursing her dogs to guarantee their life despite her own agony, her fortitude was clear. Her relentless devotion to her puppies was a dramatic exhibition of the strength of mother instincts and the close relationships within a family.



Local animal welfare organisations rapidly learnt about News of Hope’s predicament, and shortly a team of rescuers showed up. Their view was heartbreaking: a mother dog, severely wounded but still battling to keep her kids alive. Gently gathering Hope and her puppies, the rescuers hurried them to a local veterinary facility for emergency treatment.

Hope’s state and her amazing will stunned the veterinary staff. They started treating her wounds right away, relieving discomfort and stabilising her state of health. Her broken legs needed special attention, and it was doubtful if she would ever walk once more. Her spirit, though, stayed whole. Thanks to their mother’s relentless efforts, Hope stayed close to her pups during her treatment; they were also given a comprehensive check-up and discovered to be in really good health.



Under the careful attention of the vets and her new human pals, Hope’s condition gradually improved as days stretched into weeks. She recovered some strength with specialised treatment involving nutritious meals and physical therapy. She showed amazing resiliency and adaptation even though her mobility was permanently compromised. Under the combined care of their mother and the veterinary team, her puppies grew stronger daily.

Hope’s narrative is of relentless love and fortitude against hardship. Her instinct to take care of her kids never wavered even though she was abandoned and suffered life-threatening injuries. Her path from a terrible injury to a symbol of hope and fortitude reminds us greatly of the power inherent in mother love and the amazing resiliency of animals.



Hope and her pups have been adopted into a caring foster family today where they still get the required treatment. Many have been motivated by her narrative, which emphasises the need of compassion and assistance for underprivileged animals. Hope’s tenacious nature and loyalty to her dogs are evidence of the strong links of love and the ability of hope to overcome even the worst obstacles.

Fortune grinned upon Si Bao when the kind crew from Animals Asia intervened to save her and her dogs from their terrible situation. Now, renamed Lelly, Si Bao, an ambassador for animal welfare, has a fresh lease on life at the corporate headquarters.


Lelly is getting the medical treatment she requires under the care of Animals Asia; she also has wheeled prosthetic legs to improve her mobility. Lelly’s one surviving pup, Muddie, stays at her side even after three of her pups passed away from disease.
Lelly is vibrant today as an advocate, raising knowledge of the suffering animals like her endure all throughout Asia. Her path is evidence of the fortitude of parenthood and the transforming power of empathy

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