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They are truly man’s best friends
28 Sep 2006
ANTHONY THANASAYAN, for Malaysian Animal-Assisted Therapy for the Disabled and Elderly Association


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THANK you for your fascinating piece about Sabah Murut hunter Justin Bakayas and his seven delightful dogs ("Hunter won’t part with his dogs" — NST, Sept 17).

Not only was it amusing for people like us who live in the city to read about the jungle adventures shared by the 44-year old Bakayas and his faithful canines, but it was also gratifying to know that the long tradition of the Murut hunters using dogs to help them hunt for food is still alive.

We were particularly moved by the fact that since the Bakayas’ own children have all grown up and moved away, the pack has assumed a second and equally important role as their "children" — according to Bakayas’ own description.

Animals have — and continue — to give human beings so much in the areas of physical assistance, mental therapy and companionship.

None do it with as much dedication or more positive results as dogs. Your story is yet another proof of this.
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