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Dog Abandoned in Cold With Heartbreaking Note
16 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Golden retriever found alone in Canadian park with jacket and boots.
- Owner left a note stating they were leaving the country permanently.
- The dog, Raiya, has a seizure disorder and suspected hip dysplasia.
In a disturbing act of abandonment, a golden retriever named Raiya was found left alone in a Canadian park during freezing temperatures. She was discovered with only a thin jacket, boots, medication for seizures, and a poignant note from her owner stating they were departing the country permanently.
The rescue foundation, Pause4Change, took Raiya in and is overseeing her medical care. The dog has a diagnosed seizure disorder and suspected hip dysplasia, with estimated medical costs reaching $2,000. Until Raiya is medically cleared and has had time to recover from the ordeal, the organization will not accept adoption applications.
Raiya's story has garnered significant attention online, with many expressing outrage and sadness at her abandonment. The rescue organization has indicated that they are allowing proper authorities to handle any potential legal proceedings related to the case.
