Words cannot truly capture the heartache of two dogs abandoned in the Utah desert, left without food or shelter. Locked in a cage, they could only gaze at the surrounding desolation, longing for someone to help them escape their grim fate. These two male Landseers wished desperately for the chance to seek food and assistance, but felt utterly hopeless as they struggled to comprehend the betrayal by humans who had left them to face peril in the wild.
Good Samaritans Rush To Help The Dogs
Fortunately, a group of hikers stumbled upon this heartbreaking sight and rushed to assist the dogs, horrified by the sight of the helpless animals locked away in the sun. As the hikers approached, the dogs exhibited confusion and distress. The compassionate hikers took the time to soothe the anxious dogs and quickly called the authorities for aid. Upon receiving the emergency call, police officers arrived to rescue the dogs and transport them to the Hurricane Animal Shelter.
After being taken to a veterinary facility, it was a relief that the dogs were found to be in good health, indicating they had not been in the desert for too long. Sadly, the staff discovered that the dogs lacked microchips or collars, making it impossible to trace their owners.
Safe And Sound
On February 25th, 2025, the shelter shared photos of the abandoned dogs on their Facebook page, appealing for any information that might help identify the person responsible for their abandonment. They stated, “We have minimal information on who left them. No collars or microchips. If anyone knows additional information that could be helpful in this case, please contact us at 435-635-8314,” as shared by Hurricane Animal Shelter on Facebook.
Andrea Kaz, a dedicated animal advocate from Hurricane, was devastated upon learning about this grim case. She expressed her frustration over the persistent issue of pet abandonment, urging society to recognize that animals are not disposable beings. “Everybody needs to stop thinking that animals are disposable. They’re not disposable,” Kaz stated in an interview with FOX 13 News Utah.
The rescued dogs are now safe and well cared for at the shelter, feeling secure in the presence of compassionate humans. Once their stray hold period expires, they will be made available for adoption. If they do not find their forever homes, there is an option for them to be transferred to the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab. We hope these pups find loving families that will shower them with the affection they deserve.
