Emotional Merebank family reunited with deaf dog Roxy [Video]
The Naidoo family is overwhelmed by the love and support from the community that helped bring Roxy back home.
AFTER two weeks of searching, sleepless nights and countless social media appeals, Roxy, the deaf pit bull who went missing from her home in Amritsar Place, Merebank, was found safe and unharmed on October 9.
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Her relieved owner, Trevoleen Naidoo, shared the emotional moment of Roxy’s return.
“On Thursday evening (October 9), around 20:30, I received a call from a concerned Merebank resident who had seen Roxy’s story on social media. He told me that a dog had been lingering near his fence next to the M4 freeway. He even checked his CCTV footage and sent me the videos, saying it was difficult to see clearly, but he thought it could be her,” said Naidoo.
@sun.newspapers After two weeks of searching, a Merebank family has finally been reunited with their beloved dog, Roxy, who is deaf. It was an emotional moment for both owner and animal. missingdog deafdog Merebank southlandssun
The moment Naidoo saw the footage, she said her heart was in her throat. “I told my husband, Dineshan, this is definitely our girl Roxy, and we rushed out immediately, hoping she had not left the area,” she said.
When they arrived, they discovered Roxy had burrowed herself beneath a collapsed mesh fence and was fast asleep. “My excitement and relief in that moment can barely be put into words. I held my girl as we both cried. She must have felt so relieved that after two weeks, I had finally found her.”
After bringing her home at around 21:25, Naidoo gave Roxy food and water before sharing the joyous news. “At that moment, I just wanted to sit with her. I missed her so much,” she said.
Naidoo expressed gratitude to the Merebank and surrounding communities who helped share Roxy’s story.
“I want to thank every person who prayed for her safe return, who shared her post, who called or messaged me with possible leads, or simply offered kind words. Your efforts played a vital role in bringing my girl home,” she said.
Despite receiving discouraging remarks from some people, Naidoo said she never lost faith. “I knew in my heart she was close by, trying to get home or waiting for help. This proved to be true,” she said.
Roxy’s journey showcases the power of faith, love and community. “I’m so thankful our story has a happy ending,” said Naidoo.
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