Friday, 12th June - Day 8 in fostercare: Thankfully Lilly falls under the care umbrella of Action for Singapore Dogs (ASD), and thanks to their wonderful organisation, she received her booster vaccines, a blood test and a rabies vaccine today. Soon she will be spayed which paves the way for licencing and the export papers she needs to depart Singapore for her new life in USA. 
Dr. Chan Li Jun at Namly Animal Clinic recognised Lilly's nervous disposition and took time to get to know her before attempting any examination or vaccines. I was so proud of Lilly; she submitted patiently to all administrations and showed no fear aggression - thanks of course to quick and professional handling by the veterinary team. I can't thank them enough. Within two weeks of Lilly's departure, she will be back visiting Dr. Chan for health screening and a certificate of health.Why I am here?
In the Clinic reception, Lilly was clearly uncomfortable in these new surroundings with lots of people, dogs and cats around her. Her tail stayed between her legs but she remained calm (not frantic), was happy to have a lady bend down and stroke her face and head, and was clearly interested in meeting all the dogs, especially one young pup sitting nearby. The more I get to know her, the more I judge her problem to be speeding objects coming towards her... cars, doors, hands, bikes - but 
not people or dogs. She genuinely seems fond of both species!That evening, her favourite people come to visit - Jacq & Tim. Without them and the financial support of many of their friends, Lilly wouldn't be facing such a bright future.
A wag for Jacq
With Jacq's help, we started Lilly's basic training this evening... SIT! Lilly couldn't fathom what we wanted of her when a tasty morsel was raised over her head and backwards - which often prompts pups into a sit. She also resisted light pressure on her tail end to move into a sit. So, we'll be focusing on another approach. Every time she sits or drops unasked, unprompted, we will use those words until she identifies those natural movements with the right words... and we'll take it from there, slowly slowly. Watch this space!
Grateful thanks, in no particular order, to...
Grateful thanks, in no particular order, to...
Veronica at ASD for arranging today's vet trip.
Ricky Yeo, top dog at ASD - for all the animal programmes his team undertakes.
Christina - for caring so passionately for the likes of strays such as Lilly.
Derrick - for so kindly and generously providing a travel crate for our girl.
Carol, Sue, Carrie and Gail for dipping into their pockets so generously the minute they knew Lilly needed help.
Amy and the Ferber Family for adopting Lilly
My hubby Martin for supporting my desire to be hands-on with street dogs again
Tim & Jacq for inspiring others to help dogs, and for always providing the Champagne!
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