Dog missing off Coquihalla near Merritt has been found
Snuggles, a bone and a new blanket were waiting for a dog who went missing at Nicola Lake near Merritt almost a week ago.
Clutch, a mixed breed dog, showed up at its owner’s son’s property in the area late last night, Jan. 11. The dog went missing after running into the woods off Highway 5A near Nicola Lake on Jan. 7.
“My son’s neighbour came by because his dog had run off,” said owner Ramona Nicholls. “When the neighbour’s dog came back, Clutch wasn’t far behind him. I think it was the other dog who found him.
"My son was so happy he and Clutch rolled around on the ground together.”
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After so many days without any sightings reported, she was fearful her furry friend had been dog-napped.
“He's thin and hungry and looks like he has gone through some trauma,” she said. “He has a swollen leg, cuts on his feet and his ear is bothering him. He had chewed through his leash so likely got caught up at one point, and his side is muddy and sore.”
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She'll be taking her dog to the vet for a check up.
“Thank you to everyone who cared. I am beside myself with happiness.”
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