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Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
Lost Dog Boards a Public Bus Alone and Takes a Seat, Sparking a City-Wide Search For Pet's Owner
"Her owner is overseas but a family member has been in contact and hopefully we can get that sorted out,' the SDCH saidNEED TO KNOW A lost dog was photographed taking a city bus by herself in Australia on Tuesday, Aug. 5 Passengers on the bus who realized the canine was lost notified the bus system's staff, and the canine was taken in by the Sydney Dogs and Cats Home Photos of the dog on the bus were posted on Facebook lost pet pages, and rescue websitesA lost pup took an unexpected adventure by hopping aboard a city white dog — who donned a blue puffer jacket — was spotted walking onto a city bus in Australia and taking a seat on Tuesday, Aug. 5. The dog reportedly ended up several stops away from where he got on, according to local outlets 9News and One of the other passengers, Nik, snapped a photo of the canine and his relative, Katerina, shared it to the St George Lost and Found Pets (Sydney, Australia) Facebook group, hoping to reconnect the lost dog to its owner."Lost dog!" the post began. "Hopped on a bus at the stop near Weeney St on Rocky Point Rd. Has made [her] way to Kogarah Station. Kogarah station train guards have [her] safely." Katerina told 9News that her brother, who was on the bus, eventually figured out that the dog was without its owner. She said, "After three stops [he] overheard someone calling out 'whose dog is this' and [he] realised nobody owned the dog." Her brother told the outlet that the dog eventually got off at Kogarah station, which was roughly 3 miles from where she got on. He said he and another commuter helped her get off the bus and notified staff at the station, per 9News. Sydney Dogs and Cats Home (SDCH) took in the dog shortly after, identifying her through her microchip as a 3-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier named Athena. Her photo was taken and posted on the 'Lost' portion of the organization's website. A staff member with SDCH described the canine to as a 'friendly little thing,' and noted to the outlet that she had been 'waiting to catch a train at Kogarah before she was safely secured.' The worker told the outlet that they eventually were able to contact Athena's owner through the details on the pet's microchip. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "She was microchipped, but they were old details," they said. "Her owner is overseas, but a family member has been in contact, and hopefully we can get that sorted out." "She's a beautiful bundle of joy, and seemed very happy and quite chuffed with herself following her big adventure," the rescue worker added. "Staff have been showering her with love and affection." Read the original article on People
News.com.au
06-08-2025
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- News.com.au
Twist after cheerful pup was seen catching a Sydney bus
Passengers on the 476 bus route yesterday morning had a surprise visitor after three-year-old American staffordshire terrier Athena boarded and took a seat among commuters. Photos posted to a local San Souci community group show Athena wearing a big smile and a blue puffer jacket as she sat proudly in her chosen seat, just three rows from the back of the bus. San Souci local Katerina Hatzi first raised the alarm online after receiving a photo from her brother Nik, a fellow commuter, who asked her to 'post it to the community page'. 'After three stops he overheard someone calling out 'Who's dog is this' and he realised nobody owned the dog,' Ms Hatzi told Nine. Nik kept a watchful eye on the canine until she casually disembarked at her destination. Witnesses revealed that Athena hopped on the bus at Weeney Street on Rocky Point Road and travelled over 5km to Kogarah station where she exited. Onlooker Sarah Winwood revealed little Athena was 'so stressed at Kogarah station'. 'She was so friendly, I was worried she would jump on the tracks as he couldn't work out how to get off the platform. Some guys picked her up in their work clothes to get her to safety,' she added. The men then took her to station guards, who contacted Sydney Dogs and Cats Home (SDCH) in Strathfield. A staff member at Kogarah train station told that Athena was a 'friendly little thing'. 'We collected the dog around 7.17am and secured her until 9.20am when council came and collected the dog,' they said. 'She was a friendly little thing and we looked after her well.' A photo of Athena has since posted to the 'Lost' section of SDCH's website along with her new Pet ID: 263851. Speaking to a spokesperson for SDCH revealed that they have gotten in contact with Athena's owner who is currently overseas. It's not known who was looking after Athena at the time. 'She was microchipped but they were old details,' they said. 'Her owner is overseas but a family member has been in contact and hopefully we can get that sorted out. 'She's a beautiful bundle of joy, and seemed very happy and quite chuffed with herself following her big adventure.' 'Staff have been showering her with love and affection,' they said. They also revealed that she had actually been waiting to catch a train at Kogarah before she was safely secured. SDCH is reminding animal owners to ensure their pet's microchips are up to date and that they are wearing a collar with identifiable information. Athena, who has been affectionately nicknamed 'San Souci's favourite commuter', has become an overnight sensation, with social media naturally taking a shine to her. 'Look how well behaved she is sitting on the bus,' remarked one person. 'It seems like she's taken this route before, clever girl,' said another. 'Athena is starring in her own Disney adventure,' wrote a third. Are dogs allowed on the bus? Companion animals are allowed on NSW buses, with permission from the driver. However, unlike Athena, they are not allowed to sit on the seats. According to Transport NSW, 'the animal must be restrained in a suitable box, basket or other container at all times while on board.' Pets are not allowed on trains and metros or at any of stations. Assistance animals with a valid form of accepted accreditation are allowed on all public transport.
Daily Mail
06-08-2025
- Daily Mail
Dog catches the bus to a Sydney train station - as search begins for her owner
A clever Staffy-cross has taken Sydney by storm after boarding a bus solo and cruising through the suburbs to a train station. The stylish pup, dressed in a smart little jacket, was spotted hopping aboard a bus near Weeney Street on Rocky Point Road, before cruising down to Kogarah Station like a seasoned commuter. Once at the station, bemused but compassionate Sydney Trains staff welcomed the four-legged traveller with open arms, ensuring she was safe and calm. She is now being cared for by Sydney Dogs and Cats Home in South Strathfield, where staff are hoping her owners come forward soon. 'We're in the process in looking for her humans,' a spokesperson told Daily Mail Australia. 'She's had lots of treats and lots of love.' The bus-hopping pup has become an overnight sensation, with Aussies marvelling at her cheeky independence. 'She looks so happy,' one said. 'She looks so proud of her accomplishment being on that bus. Hopefully the owners can be contacted if she has a chip,' a second added. 'On a day out with her coat on. Looks like he having a good time. I hope they find her owner,' a third said. Many Aussies were left wondering what the dog was doing. 'How on earth did she pull it off,' one asked. 'Where was she trying to go,' a second added. Anyone who recognises her or has information is urged to contact the Sydney Dogs and Cats Home.
