GREAT NEWS! Shiraz was was adopted by her foster family Samantha and Xavier of Oak Park, IL. She became sisters with Enya who is an ISDF rescue from Thailand who survived the dog meat trade and was a resident at Elfe’s World. As Sam put it they are obsessed with this little girl and she has completed their family. So happy for Shiraz and them!!
Shiraz’s mother was rescued from Tunisia. Her life was almost ended in her mother’s womb…her mom’s owner was dragging Syrah from behind a vehicle trying to end her life as she was pregnant and he had no use for her anymore. As fate would have it a a rescuer from Yasmine Azaiez Animal Rescue was there to witness it and intervened with force. She took into custody Shiraz’s mom, healed her wounds and was there when she gave birth to Shiraz and her siblings. Angels do walk among us.
Thank you to Azza and Yamine Mallick for rescuing this sweet girl and working hard to give her a better future. Now Shiraz and her two surviving siblings and her mom are living fulfilled lives in the Chicago area. Such a happy ending for this little dog family.
Most importantly thank you to Samantha and Xavier for making this little girl’s dreams come true.
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Shiraz
4 month old
female
vaccinated
SHIRAZ’S Rescue Story
Do you enjoy relaxing after a busy day? Do you appreciate snuggling on the couch with your loved ones? Perhaps, a lovely glass of wine – or a rescued pup like me! – would complete your evenings! My name is Shiraz, and I’m the darling sister of Chianti and Merlot. Both my siblings traveled into ISDF’s care last month, and both were adopted! Now, it’s my turn.
I am a three months-old female pup from Tunisia who thankfully escaped a tragic end to life… before it even began. In February, the Yasmine Azaiez Animal Rescue group received a panicked phone call from a compassionate woman. This kind lady was in total distress after witnessing a bloody, bruised dog being dragged across the road by a rope tied to a car. She managed to stop the brutal, merciless man driving the car. She begged him, “What are you doing?” He replied in a casual tone that his dog was pregnant, and he had no use for her; he said that he was trying to purposefully kill her.
Yes, that’s correct. Absolutely horrifying.
The wonderful lady pleaded with him to allow her to take the dog. He agreed. She brought the dog to the vet. As she had witnessed, it was confirmed that the dog was in a dreadful physical state: covered in cuts, dirt, bruises, and infected wounds. Miraculously, her internal health was stable, and she gave birth to me and my two siblings. We were all healthy, beautiful pups, and we have lived in a loving foster home since we were babies. My mother is now happy and has fully recovered from her injuries.
I am a very active pup, and I am not afraid of anything! I love to be kissed and touched. I interact well with both cats and dogs, and I behave calmly in the car. I love to play and share my toys. I’m a friendly girl who also likes kids! My rescuer says I’m a “great puppy.” Since I am still a young lady, I am learning things like potty-training and crate-training. Did I mention that I love to be petted?
I am so thankful to join the International Street Dog Foundation family, and I cannot wait for you to select me as your favorite wine… forever!
In Tunisia, animals – especially dogs – face an enormous lack of respect. Rescuers have seen disgusting situations and heard about some despicable circumstances. Dogs have been rescued from dog fighting and combat. They have been rescued from torture and being chained and roped in the dark without food and water.
She is being fostered in Wadsworth, IL. She has a calm temperament for such a young dog and has great house manners. You can find our adoption application here. You must be approved for adoption prior to scheduling meet and greet.