The inspirational story of Dunedin dog Meg, who is recovering well after being lost and injured for five weeks, has benefited the Dunedin Wildlife Hospital.
At the request of Meg's owners, Wildlife Hospital Trust co-chairman Andy Cunningham and his wife, Alison, people who wished
to give towards Meg's treatment have instead given donations to the hospital - and a total of $4238 has been given so far.
"It is quite amazing, and humbling, to have so much donated to the hospital in Meg's name,'' Mr Cunningham said.
Since being found a month ago, the 6-year-old black Labrador-huntaway cross has been treated by Wildlife Hospital vet Dr Lisa Argilla and vet nurse Angela Martelli.
Meg's injuries continue to heal so well that, on Tuesday, the bandages were removed from her left foot.
The residual wound now has a small dressing, covered with one of Mr Cunningham's socks, so she cannot lick it.
The wound on her right leg is fully healed and the dislocation of the wrist is slowly fusing, allowing the splint to be removed.
While Meg can still walk only a few metres, it is hoped that her legs will be strong enough to cope with short walks in another two weeks.
The Cunninghams are paying the costs associated with Meg's treatment, ensuring all donated funds go directly to support the Wildlife Hospital's work.
"Meg seems very happy with the arrangement - the complexities of money just pass her by,'' Mr Cunningham said.
BRENDA.HARWOOD @thestar.co.nz
