Valerie the sausage dog finally captured after 529 days in the wild
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Sausage dog Valerie found safe and well 16 months after going missing
- Valerie, a miniature dachshund, was found safe after being lost for 529 days on Kangaroo Island, South Australia.
- She went missing in November 2023 while on holiday with her owners.
- Kangala Wildlife Rescue, after extensive efforts, successfully captured Valerie.
- She survived by adapting to the wild, exhibiting "lost dog syndrome" behaviors.
- Valerie's resilience surprised many, as she was not accustomed to harsh outdoor conditions.