Monday, November 6th, God took our beloved Manish home. 13 years ago, Manish was adopted from the SPCA when she was almost one year old. Found as a stray in
Bakersfield, and with the name Olivia at the time, Manish was a beautiful Labrador mix with an impressive black coat. As soon as Anaperla met her, Manish brought her a ball and placed her head on her shoulder, quickly on her way to becoming the devoted and intelligent service dog that Anaperla needed after having brain surgery. Though she was on hold for another family at the time, that family did not return to adopt her and Manish, now named after Anaperla’s neurosurgeon, had gained a loving home and Anaperla gained a priceless companion.

Manish handled service dog training like a champ, helping Anaperla with balance,
picking up dropped objects, and making sure they knew the route home so they would not get lost. Besides being extremely smart, Manish was very social. She loved people and other animals, especially her favorite black cat friend named 3 toed John Kennedy. She loved all kinds of food, but especially carrots and apples, and she loved to roll in the grass. Manish was blessed to have wonderful volunteer dog walkers, especially Louise who visited and walked Manish for over 11 years. Both Manish and Anaperla are eternally grateful for all the help and support they received from Pets Are Wonderful Support who provided food delivery, dog walkers, and medical care for Manish.

Manish, you will be missed and we hope that you have found peace and comfort. Please know how much you were loved.
-Anaperla A.