Heartbreaking Rescue: Saving Two Dogs on a Freeway Embankment

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Little backstory and update..

So we responded to an emergency call for two dogs on a freeway embankment. One had two broken legs and a fractured spine. She was still fighting. But with injuries that severe, and hundreds of animals already in our care, limited funding & resources, we had to make the humane decision to let her go. That part never gets easier.

The other dog (the sweet brave boy that walked right up to me) was microchipped. His name is Rolex. Sweet, gentle, and so, so loving. We called his owner… and no one ever came.

So grateful for the local rescue that stepped up for him and got him out of our overcrowded shelter! He’s living a great life now and will be up for adoption soon.

This job is heavy. And calls like these are heartbreaking and not what any of us hope for. The sad reality and reminder that we can’t save them all. But even with that said, we never stop showing up so we can save the ones that we can. #adayinmylife #animalcontrol #fyp #dogsoftiktok #trendingsound

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Responding to emergency calls involving injured animals is both physically demanding and emotionally challenging. In my experience volunteering with animal rescue teams, situations like finding dogs with broken legs or spinal injuries test not only our skills but also our compassion. It's heartbreaking when the extent of injuries leaves no option but humane euthanasia; however, it underscores the importance of timely intervention and resourcefulness. Microchipping plays a pivotal role in these rescues. It allows identification and attempts to reunite pets with their owners, though sometimes owners cannot be reached or do not respond. In such cases, local rescues and shelters become lifelines, providing the much-needed care these animals deserve. Overcrowding and limited funding remain ongoing hurdles, making collaborations between agencies vital. Beyond the immediate rescue, follow-up care, rehabilitation, and adoption efforts ensure these animals can find loving homes and a second chance at life. Each successful adoption, like that of a brave sweet dog named Rolex, highlights the resilience of these animals and the dedication of those who care for them. For anyone passionate about animal welfare, engaging with local rescue groups and supporting microchipping initiatives can significantly impact these vulnerable populations. Sharing stories and raising awareness also help foster community support and prevent neglect or abandonment. Ultimately, every rescue, while heavy, is a step toward saving lives and spreading compassion.

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scoobydoo

This is absolutely heartbreaking!! This sweet baby stayed by his friends side because he knew how hurt he was. Can’t believe someone just left them in that condition and I’m sorry the shepherd had to lose its life 😭. Thank you for continuing to help these innocent souls, this world is so cruel!!!

Pam

Horrible people dumped their animals they no longer want near highways, so they get killed by cars. Years ago, my husband and I were driving up onto a highway, when we saw a little, tiny kitten on the on-ramp. We quickly stopped, and picked it up, and as we drove on to the highway, there were two more dead kittens on the highway. Someone had probably tossed them out of a car window, and they had obviously been struck by a car. We named the surviving kitten Freeway, and we had him for 6 weeks, when he suddenly started to have grand mal seizures. Unfortunately, he became aggressive just before a seizure, and bit me and scratched my husband. When we called the vet, she said because he was essentially feral, there was a chance that he could have Rabies, which meant both my husband and I had to go to the emergency room, and wait for hours to be seen. Unfortunately, it also meant poor Freeway had to be destroyed, to be examined to find out if it was Rabies or not, which it turned out, it was not. Because Freeway was going to be destroyed, the ER doctor decided to not begin the Rabies shots for both my husband and me, though he did say, if I had been bitten closer to my head, they would have started the shots immediately. There is NO cure for Rabies, once you are showing symptoms, it is almost 100% FATAL. It is vitally important to get treatment right away, if you are bitten or scratched by an animal that is unfamiliar, or acting oddly. Once symptoms appear, it is too late. I believe that Freeway must have had some kind of a head injury, which later caused the seizures, and even if there hadn't been a chance of Rabies, the vet said, cats do not respond well on seizure medication. Poor Freeway had to be put down, but I am comforted by the fact that he at least had about six weeks of a loving life, being cuddled, and played with, by me and my husband and our other dogs and cats. 💔😔

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