Jindol, a white dog, became withdrawn and thin after the death of her original owner, according to the report. Her coat had lost its shine, and her ribs were visible. Neighbors tried to feed and water her, but she barely responded.
Her new owner, Daniel, said Jindol stayed by his mother's bedside during her final days. After his mother died, the dog wandered the streets and walked the paths they had shared.
During a walk through a park, Jindol picked up a scent and followed it to a bench. There she found a faded blue blanket and a worn locket. Daniel said the locket was one his mother had given Jindol, and it contained a lock of her hair. The report says the locket still carried his mother's scent.
The report describes Jindol's reaction. She nudged the locket with her nose, and her tail wagged more vigorously. She licked the locket and blanket, and her eyes showed a new glimmer of hope. Daniel said he felt hopeful that Jindol might find joy again.