Vera (Tai her real name) is still alive. See youtube video!
After 19 years after the filming of this movie, I couldn't help but wonder if Tai (Vera), was still alive. Did a quick search and here she is:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prjYQ9qfG58
Her face has gotten more pink due to her age, but she's still so so so so precious and cute :D
Those people filming were so lucky to see her. I wish I could pet her. Turns out she was the elephant in "Water with the elephants" as well.