A family’s desperate search for their beloved pet gazelle, Reem, has gripped social media users across Bahrain, with an emotional appeal for help widely shared online.
The nine-month-old gazelle vanished from its home in Diyar Al Muharraq on Thursday, triggering a growing community effort to track her down and reunite her with her anxious owners.
Hopes of finding her have been bolstered by the family’s offer of a reward of at least BD500 for information leading to her safe return.
Speaking to the GDN, the gazelle’s owner, who requested anonymity, stressed that the animal is legally owned by the family and kept under an official permit.
“Reem escaped unexpectedly when a door was accidentally left open on Thursday afternoon, allowing her to run towards the open coastal areas of Al Barah in Diyar Al Muharraq,” he said.
The owner explained that the gazelle has been raised indoors since it was very young and has become an integral part of the household.
“She is much more than a pet to us. The children have grown up with her and are deeply attached to her. They have been extremely upset since she went missing,” he added.
Since her disappearance, the family has been combing nearby areas in an intensive search, while also turning to the public for help as sightings remain elusive.
To encourage anyone with information to come forward, the owner confirmed that a reward of no less than BD500 – and potentially more – stands for anyone who can help locate Reem and ensure her safe return.
He urged anyone who spots the gazelle or has information about her whereabouts to contact him on 33190947, stressing that even the smallest lead could help bring the cherished animal back home.
Gazelles are small antelopes native to Africa and Asia, including the Arabian Peninsula. They are known for their impressive speed, agility, and leaping ability.
Gazelles are also regarded for their intelligence and vigilance. Depending on the species, gazelles can range widely in size, with some weighing up to about 165 pounds, and some species can run at roughly 50 miles per hour.
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