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Singer Shehzad Roy honours hero dog Hawk for his services in the fight against drugs

Singer Shehzad Roy honours hero dog Hawk for his services in the fight against drugs

For the singer, Hawk is one of the many animals whose sacrifices are 'no less than the sacrifices made by humans' for Pakistan.
27 Aug, 2021

Singer Shehzad Roy is the harbinger of kindness and positivity that we sorely need. Recently, he took to social media to highlight and hail the efforts of Hawk the dog, a Pakistan Customs canine who lost his eyesight whilst performing his duties in the fight against narcotics.

The singer posted a picture of the loveable Hawk on social media and introduced the canine in a heartfelt message to his followers. "This is Hawk. He was born on 5th February, 2017. He has been actively working as Pakistan Custom's K-9 drug detector for the past around three years," he wrote.

"Canine sniffers develop multiple complications due to exposure to toxic drugs during regular training and detections," Roy continued. "[Hawk] was unfortunate as he lost his eye sight earlier than normal canines. Though he has been fully vaccinated and had access to regular check ups in renowned vet clinics of the city but his eyesight could not be saved."

Roy explained that Hawk's condition unfortunately is a norm amongst many drug detecting dogs in active service. "This is an occupational hazard that these brave first line defenders have to face," he explained. "Their service and sacrifice for the country is in no way less than the sacrifices made by humans, who are in active service for the country, as they suffer their excruciating ailments without being able to utter a single word. What a hero for Pakistan!"

Dogs are often trained to detect explosives, illegal drugs and other substances worldwide. Pakistan too has used the services of these sniffer dogs to detect harmful substances. It's a tough job, and we hope that these canines are given the best veterinarian services to counter health complications as much as possible. We also appreciate Roy for highlighting these fine furry heroes and their services to the country.

Comments

Dr. Asim Maqbool Aug 27, 2021 04:41pm
This singer always wants to do something to keep in news except singing.
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Sameer Aug 27, 2021 05:19pm
Such a beautiful story. Images should do more to promote Pakistan's heroes. We thank beautiful Hawk for his service! Pakistan's animal rights activists with Pakistan Customs owe it to the country to promote Pakistan as an animal caring nation.
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Ahsan Gul Aug 27, 2021 06:30pm
Instead of this dog, Roy himself could do this job of sniffing and search operation. Sincerely
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well-wisher Aug 27, 2021 07:03pm
Thank you Roy for honoring Hawk a great and loyal Pakistani. His contribution and sacrifices and those of other collegues must be honored in a formal way annually. They are loyal to PK and s/be recognized.
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Art Aug 27, 2021 07:10pm
I admire this guy, wish most Pakistanis had same attitude towards life!
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Pakistani Aug 27, 2021 07:26pm
@Ahsan Gul No words for you except "lanaat on such thinking per"
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Chrís Dăn Aug 27, 2021 07:31pm
Beautiful.
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Malik Aug 27, 2021 08:29pm
I admire Shehzed Roy. What a great man always thinking about betterment of Pakistan.
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Imran Aug 27, 2021 10:14pm
Really
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Ibrahim S Aug 27, 2021 11:44pm
Did CII approve the use of dogs to combat drugs trafficking
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Anis Aug 27, 2021 11:55pm
@Ahsan Gul That’s a shameful comment. On the same level even you could do the job. Did you offer yourself for that?
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UAEismyHOME Aug 28, 2021 01:06am
@Dr. Asim Maqbool Seems like we Pakistanis have problem with everything. We cant even see someone posting something good and we always try to point out something and do the criticism. You are not different than this singer commenting on this platform being a Dr. we Pakistanis need to grow up in a desperate time where pros like Doctors have such a mentality.
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Shhaha Aug 28, 2021 10:27am
@Ahsan Gul You should respect Roy for showing mercy to the animals. Your comment is insensitive and condemnable.
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Abbas Khan Aug 29, 2021 03:41am
@Dr. Asim Maqbool Well said Doc; hope u too have some patients to attend or u also have no time of practicing
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