Thanks to the generosity of kind-hearted individuals, thousands of animals in need are being rescued. Recently, the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston showcased their compassionate side while inspecting the Port of Houston, Texas, where they heard a strange noise emanating from one of the stacked containers.
After quickly identifying the source of the sound, they uncovered something incredible!
An Unexpected Discovery
Officer Ryan McMahon and his team distinctly heard barking and scratching from one of the containers stacked about 25 feet in the air. Situated amid a terminal bustling with over 10,000 containers, they quickly lowered the container with a crane, revealing an unexpected passenger.
The team discovered a tiny, frightened dog who had found her way inside this metal enclosure. According to a Facebook post from U.S. Coast Guard Heartland,
“Earlier today, a team of marine inspectors from U.S. Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston saved a life in an unexpected manner. They heard barking and scratching coming from one of the containers in a stack. When they lowered the container and opened the door, a dog popped out.”
When she finally emerged into the light, the canine seemed overjoyed, rushing into the arms of her saviors, as if to express her gratitude for their efforts.
The authorities later revealed that the poor dog had been trapped inside the container with junked cars for over a week without food or water. While the circumstances of her entry into the container remain unclear, it is believed she was hiding in one of the cars.
It truly was a miraculous discovery; she likely would not have survived much longer in those conditions.
Connie The Container Dog
The dog, later named Connie the Container Dog, was promptly taken to a local animal shelter and then transferred to Forever Changed Animal Rescue. Although Connie was overjoyed, she was also severely emaciated, weighing only 30 pounds upon arrival. Upon being tested, it was unfortunately confirmed that she was heartworm positive.
“Connie is a bit underweight and currently weighs 30 lbs. She is incredibly sweet but very shy and scared of her new surroundings as to be expected. She is heartworm positive, and we will be getting her started on treatment ASAP,” FCAR wrote on Facebook.
The team is dedicated to providing Connie with the necessary medical care to help her regain her strength. Thanks to the heartfelt efforts of many, she now has a second chance at life. When the time comes, there’s no doubt that Connie the Container Dog will find a loving home.
