Here's a lovely tale that could be adapted to a Hollywood blockbuster of Ireland's answer to Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey. Yesterday, a little pup boarded the 8:46 train from Sallins to Heuston. The dog, who has since been rather adorably named Hamish, threw caution to Irish Rail's no feet on the seat rules and hoped up on the nearest free seat. Hamish kept fellow passengers entertained and smiling 'ear terrier', with his shy yet playful manner. Many went as far as describing him as 'the perfect passenger'.
When Hamish got off in the big smoke at Dublin's Heuston station, staff were puzzled as to what to do with the solo traveller. They took to social media to try and find his owners. In the meantime, an employee of Irish rail took care of Hamish and he stayed the night at My Lovely Horse animal rescue centre in County Kildare.
“Hamish”, who commuted on the 08:46 Sallins - Heuston this morning, is currently being looked after at home by a staff member, but we are still looking for his owner. Sallins / Naas area, do you know someone who owns a dog like this? pic.twitter.com/aqAu5JO35e
— Iarnród Éireann (@IrishRail) April 3, 2019
The latest development to Hamish's story is several people have now come forward to claim the adorable pup. Irish rail is now taking the lead on finding Hamish's real owner. Irish comedian, Dara O' Briain took to Twitter to share his need for closure on this story. I hear you Dara!
Lads, I need closure on this story today please. https://t.co/DYhRJiXNJ3
— Dara Ó Briain (@daraobriain) April 4, 2019
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The Nation is waiting with bated breath for Irish Rail to share a video of Hamish reunited with his owner. A video that is only comparable to that classic YouTube clip of when Christian the lion is reunited with his owners. I can see it not just replace Christian with Hamish and there won't be a dry eye in the place.
Here's a reminder of that heartwarming reunion:
Latest breaking news development of this story, Hamish is reunited with his family. His real name is Tyson and a family reunion is to be confirmed.
Hamish update!
? His owners have been found!
? His real name is Tyson!
? He’s getting chipped by @MyLovelyHorseR so if he goes a wandering again, he can be found
? Family reunion TBC
? The movie rights are exorbitant!? Thank you to everyone for spreading the word! pic.twitter.com/Bt4pJAY7hr
— Iarnród Éireann (@IrishRail) April 4, 2019
Thank you Irish Rail for the updates.
