In an article on the front page of Friday’s Riv, Bindhi’s mum Misty shared how she was desperately searching for her daughter’s missing toy.
Bindhi, who has autism, was given Rainbow Dog when she was just two and they’ve been best friends ever since.
After reading the article, an Echuca woman, who has asked to remain anonymous, was so touched she examined the photo of Rainbow and crocheted a soft toy as similar to the original as she could (pictured).
Misty thanked the woman for the thoughtful gesture.
‘‘Some kids have blankets for comfort, but Bindhi’s always loved animals — and for her, it’s always been about Rainbow Dog,’’ she said.
‘‘It’s not a toy to her, it’s her best friend, she sleeps with her, takes her everywhere.
Misty said it was unusual for Bindhi to leave Rainbow Dog anywhere — but she suspected the toy may have been lost at Squiggles Playhouse in Moama or Gravity Shack in Echuca, where Bindhi attended parties a month ago.
If anyone has information on Rainbow Dog, they should contact Misty on her Facebook page (under Misty Stewart).
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