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Deaf elderly dog Peaches was rescued from a swamp and reunited with her 90-year-old owner, bringing comfort as she’s his last link to his late wife.
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Deaf elderly dog rescued from swamp and returned home to 90-year-old owner

Sam Coffey
Last updated: August 22, 2025 7:37 pm
Sam Coffey Published August 7, 2025
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Harwinton Regional Animal Control rescue Peaches. (Jam Press/Harwinton Regional Animal Control)
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A deaf elderly dog has been rescued from a swamp and returned home to her 90-year-old owner.

Peaches went missing overnight on Sunday (3 August).

Her disappearance caused her OAP owner great heartache as she is the last living link between him and his late wife.

READ MORE: Animal rescue workers inundated with nearly 500 cats issue cry for help

The owner called the local animal control unit and officers later found the missing dog trapped in a swamp at the bottom of a steep embankment.

Harwinton Regional Animal Control was able to return Peaches to her home.

They shared the good news on Monday (4 August), as reported by Need To Know.

Deaf elderly dog Peaches was rescued from a swamp and reunited with her 90-year-old owner, bringing comfort as she’s his last link to his late wife.
Harwinton Regional Animal Control rescue Peaches. (Jam Press/Harwinton Regional Animal Control)
Deaf elderly dog Peaches was rescued from a swamp and reunited with her 90-year-old owner, bringing comfort as she’s his last link to his late wife.
Harwinton Regional Animal Control rescue Peaches. (Jam Press/Harwinton Regional Animal Control)

Online users flocked to the comments to share their relief and gratitude.

Margie said: “The look on the owner’s face is priceless. Thank you, Harwinton ACO!”

Brenda added: “These are the endings I like to hear, so happy Peaches is home safe and sound!”

Another said: “Thank you for bringing peace to this gentleman. Peaches thanks you.”

READ MORE: Filthy flat found littered with cat skeletons after pet owner lets 12 animals starve to death

Deaf elderly dog Peaches was rescued from a swamp and reunited with her 90-year-old owner, bringing comfort as she’s his last link to his late wife.
Harwinton Regional Animal Control rescue Peaches. (Jam Press/Harwinton Regional Animal Control)

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