Puppy Found Alone On The Street Gets A Second Chance With Last-Minute Rescue
Every day around the world, animals are in desperate need of help. For the lucky ones, it comes just in the nick of time, exemplified by the story of this little puppy named Mini, who was rescued from the streets of Thailand and given a second chance.
Little Mini was found all alone with no mother or siblings around, very weak, and suffering from a bloated belly due to worms that needed treating, according to the Instagram video. "We had to get her to the hospital as quickly as possible," read the words on the clip featuring a man named Niall whisking the pup to the vet on a scooter, while adding, "She's tiny, fragile, but still fighting. We'll fix you, Mini."
"Mini, but will soon be mighty 🖤🐾," said one person in the comments, as another said it was the "best day of your life Mini!" because she was lucky enough to be rescued. In a follow-up video by the rescue organization, Mini is seen thriving and feeling better, presumably on the way to a better life!
What to do if you find an abandoned puppy on the street
Finding an abandoned puppy (or an abandoned litter of puppies) on the street can be overwhelming, but the first thing to do is get it somewhere safe. Move the puppy away from traffic or other dangers, approaching slowly if it seems scared. If no owner is immediately around, take the dog to a vet or rescue organization to be checked out medically and for an ID tag or microchip. However, if the dog seems scared, injured, or is unsafe to get to, it's best to contact rescuers for help instead of approaching.
If the dog is well enough to go home with you and there is no ID tag or microchip, check the surrounding area where the animal was found for someone searching or posted flyers. You can also check local lost pet websites or social media pages. Finally, contact your local animal control officer or animal shelter to report that you found a puppy.
If you can care for it temporarily, provide fresh food, water, and a safe place for it to rest while you search for its family. If you cannot keep the pup, contact a reputable rescue organization for help. The goal is to give the pup the best chance at finding its family or a new forever home, like these rescued puppies.