Sadly, it appears that our furry companions are often let down by us repeatedly.
The streets are filled with numerous stray animals, and instead of lending them a hand, many humans choose to show them cruelty.
That is why I feel immense gratitude towards the compassionate animal rescuers who commit their lives to showering these animals with the love and joy they so richly deserve. One such person is Donna Lochmann.
No Pup Left Behind
Serving as the chief life-saving officer for Stray Rescue of St. Louis (SRSL), Lochmann has an impressive record of rescues. Whenever she receives a call about a dog in distress, she springs into action without delay.
So, when she learned of a tiny puppy hiding in an abandoned house, she quickly gathered her equipment and rushed to the scene.
Upon her arrival, she was met with a house in complete disarray.
However, a small, adorable face peeked through the debris, trying to make sense of the situation.
When Lochmann saw her, she spoke gently and soothingly to the puppy, assuring her that she was there to help.
Despite the puppy’s hesitance, she allowed the rescuer to come closer, as if she sensed Lochmann’s trustworthy nature.
To avoid frightening the puppy any further, Lochmann offered her some tasty food. This would not only satisfy her hunger but also demonstrate that these humans were filled with kindness and affection.
While she was munching on her meal, Lochmann managed to gently slip a leash around her neck.
At first, the leash startled the puppy since she was unfamiliar with its purpose. However, upon hearing Lochmann’s soothing voice, she realized that everything was alright.
Once they stepped outside, the puppy instantly felt more at ease and even let her rescuer give her some gentle pets!
After a few moments of relaxation in the grassy area, Lochmann successfully transported this sweet girl to her vehicle. Inside, the puppy underwent a remarkable transformation. Gone was the timid pup; she was now wagging her tail and grinning at her rescuer!
A Better World
The puppy, who was given the name Kukala, was taken to the St. Louis shelter, where she received the love and care she had always deserved.
“You’re coming with us. You will never be alone again. Just take this leap of faith with us. It’s okay if you have to crawl. We’re so proud of you. We can’t wait to introduce you to toys, treats, puppy pals, and all the affection you’ve been missing. You’re immensely worthy, little one,” the shelter wrote.
I feel so much emotion every time I witness a dog completely transform after being rescued.
This serves as a testament that all our furry companions need is a bit of love and patience – and maybe a few belly rubs here and there!
