Aside from adopting dogs, there are numerous other ways we can assist strays worldwide in finding shelter and forever homes. A straightforward solution is to take them to the nearest sanctuary where they can receive help. If that’s not feasible, a simple phone call can still make a difference. The key is that there is always something you can do to aid an animal in need.
In this story, we’re highlighting a group of rescuers from California who discovered a stray dog in distress and chose to give her a second chance at life.
She Was Lying On A Mop
When a group of rescuers from Hope for Paws received an alert from a homeowner about an elderly stray dog residing in his yard, they promptly responded. The dog had been evading traffic and, exhausted, collapsed in someone’s yard. The homeowner kindly permitted the rescuers access to his yard to assist her. Upon reaching her, they realized the spot where she was resting was a bit challenging to navigate.
Equipped with a leash, they carefully placed it around her head and named her Pipa, preparing to take her to a shelter for a fresh start.
As they secured her and began transporting her to the car, they observed her wagging her tail, clearly happy to feel cared for. No one can say how long she had been fending for herself, but she finally caught a break. Once settled in the car, her rescuer received a call about another mission requiring his attention and decided Pipa could accompany him.
A Double Rescue
Upon arriving at the scene, the rescuer spotted a stray cat in need. Despite being a bit unprepared for the situation, he creatively managed the rescue. Giving her food, he observed that she was so hungry she didn’t hesitate to go into a kennel, now also bound for a shelter in California. The two briefly met in the car but would part ways upon reaching their destination, where both received a warm bubble bath to cleanse them of grime.
Pipa settled in comfortably under the care of the shelter staff, radiating trust in her new surroundings—a promising sign for her recovery. However, it was revealed she had a hidden spinal injury that necessitated hospitalization. Once her treatment was completed, she was transported to a foster home with Lionel’s Legacy, where dedicated efforts would be made to help find her a loving home.
While we currently lack updates on the dog and the cat, I am confident that the admirable rescuers at Hope for Paws did their utmost to secure them each a forever home.
