DHAKA: An abandoned puppy rescued from a rubbish dump in India has trekked to Everest Base Camp, becoming what is believed to be the first dog to tackle the peak.

His owner said on Wednesday, reports The Straits Times.

Former professional golfer Joanne Lefson told media she adopted the 11-month-old dog, called Rupee, in the mountainous Indian town of Leh last September and decided to take him on a trip to the base camp at 5,364m.

The pair began Expedition Mutt Everest 2013 in the Himalayan town of Lukla on October 14, intending to raise awareness about the plight of homeless dogs and promote pet adoption.

They accomplished their record-making feat 13 days later, describing it as ‘one giant leap for dogkind’ on Facebook.

BDST: 1933 HRS, NOV 13, 2013
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