A dog that lost half her face saving two girls from an oncoming motorcycle has returned to the Philippines after eight months of treatment in the US. The mixed-breed dog, Kabang, lost her snout and upper jaw in the incident in December 2011.
Kabang attracted worldwide support because of her injuries, with donations from the Philippines and abroad covering her $27,000 treatment costs. A parade is planned in Kabang’s honour in Zamboanga City on Sunday.
The hero dog jumped into the path of a motorcycle, stopping it from hitting her owner’s daughter and niece in the southern city two years ago. The accident left a gaping hole in the two-year old dog’s face.
I – Word Understanding
Snout – the long nose of some animals (pigs, dogs, etc)
Gaping hole – large, wide open hole
II – Have your say
1.People have always seemed to have a soft spot for heroic dogs. Several awards have been given to recognize these acts.
2.Owning a dog or cat can improve blood pressure and reduce stress.
3.Hachiko: A Dog’s Tale – A drama based on the true story of college professor’s bond with the abandoned dog he takes into his home.
