There’s much more to a dog than its bark. We speak to two women who are doing great things for the good of their canine friends.

Speaking to canine advocates Sabrina Yeap, 40 and Chetz Yusof, 35, we learn that saving a dog is more than picking it off the streets and placing it in a shelter. There is work to be done after that – a lot of work that is left for those at the shelter to sort out.

RESCUE & ADOPT
Sabrina Yeap is all about saving dogs and providing them with a loving home. She’s the founder of Furry Friends Farm (FFF) a dog shelter which is currently home to over 100 dogs and counting. “While it’s nice to know that people want to rescue these dogs, they must do so knowing we’d like their help in sponsoring food for the dogs they bring. I feel that something must be wrong with our education system which does not want to teach the young about caring for animals – especially dogs,” Sabrina asserts.

EDUCATION & RESPECT
“We have a programme called Love & Care For Every Stray whereby people who rescue a dog will have to take responsibility for its upkeep. They don’t have to bring the dog home, but they need to ensure that they contribute financially to the dog’s upkeep,” Sabrina explains. One other thing Sabrina and Chetz would like to move on to eventually is to educate the public that dogs and cats are companion animals.

TRAINING & WELLBEING
“Spend a little time with these companion animals. You’ll discover a great sense of wellbeing, as well as increased self-confidence and a positive outlook. Imagine how much you can save on therapy and spa bills,” says Chetz. She is currently looking for assistance to set up a canine rehabilitation, wellbeing and training centre. Chetz would also like to embark on educating her racial peers about dogs. It’s said that ‘every dog has its day’. If so, here’s to brighter days for our canine friends and their best friends — us.