From abused stray to canine artist, Ria paints it forward
Now enjoying life in the US, this three-legged rescue dog uses her colourful creations to help other animals in need.
Ria, a three-and-a-half-year-old dog from Malaysia, has transformed from a frightened stray with a severely injured leg, to a pet in Lexington, South Carolina, and a canine artist. Her new owner, Susan Swier, taught Ria to paint by holding a brush in her mouth and applying strokes to paper. After picking up the skill in just two weeks, Ria's artwork began fetching donations for animals with cancer.
In October, Ria joined Swier and their furry companions in the US, where she continues to create paintings and enjoy her life with her human. Swier hopes her story will inspire more people to recognize the potential in Malaysian strays.
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