In the heart of Lim Chu Kang, a troubling issue has come to light that demands urgent attention. A group of compassionate dog feeders, part of the “Save the LCK Dogs” Facebook group, took to social media on Nov. 8 to shed light on the escalating problem of roadkill in the area.
The perspective offered is heart-wrenching, narrated by a stray dog named Baogong Jr., who has tragically lost his father to a hit-and-run accident on the very stretch that used to be their cherished hangout spot.
The Tragic Scene
In the poignant Facebook post, Baogong Jr. is depicted standing by the side of the road, reminiscing about the times he spent with his father before the tragic incident.
This particular stretch, while a favorite for the dogs, is also a perilous zone frequented by heavy vehicles, leaving the local canine community vulnerable and in constant danger.
The incident involving Baogong Jr.’s father, Baogong, serves as a stark reminder of the risks these dogs face daily.
Two months ago, the senior Baogong met a tragic end, and the feeders, notified promptly, found his lifeless body still warm on the road.
The heart-wrenching scene was compounded by another dog, Dalmatian, standing in distress over the lifeless body, having possibly witnessed the entire incident.
Feeders’ Concerns
The emotional toll on the feeders is evident in the post. They express their daily worries, acknowledging the uncertainty of which dog might become the next victim of the treacherous road. The plea for help is earnest, emphasizing the need for a safe haven for these dogs. Injured dogs require funds for treatment, and every bit of assistance is crucial.
Baogong Jr.’s voice echoes through the post, making a heartfelt plea for support. The dogs need a sanctuary away from the hazardous roads, and financial assistance for medical care is imperative. The urgency in their call to action is palpable, urging the community to share their plight and contribute to ensuring their safety.
Save the LCK Dogs’ Facebook post
Good morning all, my name is Baogong Jr. This is one of the roads I like to hang out at with my friends. Heavy vehicles zoom up and down this stretch, we always scurry to safety because some wouldn’t slow down for us.
I was named after my dad, the handsome Baogong! 2 months ago, he was killed in a hit-and-run accident..
Feeders had received a message that he had been ran over. They rushed down to find his body still warm on the road, meaning the accident had just happened.
Dalmatian (dad’s good friend) was standing in distress over the body. He must have witnessed what happened. Dad was then sent off for cremation by the feeders while a confused Dalmatian stood nearby in shock.
The feeders worry about us everyday, we don’t know who will become the next roadkill. We need a place to go after we’re taken off the roads, e.g. shelters/boarding/fosterers etc. If we’re injured we need funds for treatment too. Every bit of help matters.
You can help us first by sharing our plight
Background of the feeders
Hello everyone!
We are a group of independent feeders who want to save the dogs at Lim Chu Kang. The government has already started reclaiming the land and these dogs will eventually have no home. Many of the dogs have been abandoned by the factories when the companies moved out. Since the land reclamation started this year, many dogs have been forced out and onto the roads with heavy vehicular traffic and many dogs have succumbed to be roadkill. Injured dogs are also a frequent sight.
As feeders, we have rescued 13 dogs so far in 2023. There were another 8 that were not so fortunate, they had died from hit-and-runs, snake bites, injuries, illnesses etc. Our funding and resources are short and time is running out to save the LCK dogs. Through this page we hope to help the dogs tell their stories and find help for them.
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