Thanks to an awesome Animal Care Officer from the City of San Antonio Animal Care Services, a dog tied to an active railroad track is safe.
According to the animal welfare organization, on Wednesday, Officer Edwards responded to an urgent 311 call regarding a dog tied to an active railroad track unable to free himself. When the officer arrived, knowing that a train could be roaring down the tracks at anytime, he quickly spotted the dog who was lying on the tracks. As the officer approached, he saw the leash tied around the dog’s neck which was secured to the tracks with a nail and tightening more and more as the dog struggled to free himself.
One can only imagine how frightened the dog was, and he wasn’t ready to trust the officer. Fortunately, Officer Edwards was able to rescue the dog using a humane catch pole, working quickly but quietly to gain the trust of the Labrador retriever in grave danger.
The officer moved quickly as he heard train whistles nearby, and before the two could make it back to the animal transport vehicle, a train zoomed past them.
Although no one is sure if Lucky’s [name given to the dog] leash caught the nail as he walked past or if someone secured him. But we are grateful to those who reported this situation…
Hours later and obviously in a lot less stressful environment, Lucky seems to be feeling better and has been eager to make new friends.
To meet this awesome boy, contact the shelter.
PetHarbor adoption listing:
LUCKY – ID#A669047
I am a male, cream and white Labrador Retriever blend.
The shelter staff think I am about 2 years old.
I was found and am I currently at San Antonio Animal Care Services. If you believe you may be my owner please make arrangements to pick me up as soon as possible by 2pm on 04/01/2023. I will need confirmed adoption, foster or rescue placement by 10 am on 04/02/2023. Adoption, Foster, Rescue, or Owner reclaim Questions: Connect with ACS.
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