Life on the streets is harsh for any dog, but for one tiny pup who slipped into a canal, it quickly became a nightmare.
When Suzette Hall, founder of Logan’s Legacy, a rescue organization in Irvine, California, heard about the stranded puppy with no way out, she knew she had to act fast. Since the situation was serious, she called for help.
A Daring Rescue Attempt
Hall reached out to her friend Nelson, and together the two rescuers rushed to the site, determined to save the little pup from the trap he had fallen into.
Once there, they hesitated. The canal was steep and dangerous, and they had no idea how long the pup had gone without food or water. They had to act quickly.
“Nelson was so incredibly brave, he literally climbed down into the canal. He literally didn’t know how he would get back out but he didn’t give up,” Hall wrote in a Facebook post.
The terrified puppy bolted when he saw Nelson coming toward him, but Nelson didn’t give up.
After persistence and patience, he managed to scoop the pup up with a net and then somehow climbed out, carrying the frightened little one to safety.
As soon as Hall had the pup in her arms, she held him close, reassuring him that nothing bad would happen again. Then she drove him straight to her friend Kristina, where the pup finally had a safe night’s rest.
Sammy’s Road To Healing
The next day brought more challenges. The pup, now named Sammy, was still skittish and in pain. A foxtail had lodged between his toes, leaving the area swollen, infected, and unbearably sore.
Thankfully, a surgery was scheduled right away.
With the support of generous donors and a dedicated veterinary team, Sammy’s procedure went smoothly.
“He’s in recovery and doing just fine. He had one tooth extracted. He’s going to be on pain, meds, and antibiotics,” she wrote.
A Home Full Of Love
While Sammy healed, a vet tech realized his recovery would be easier in a home than in the clinic.
She volunteered to foster him, but once Sammy was in her care, she couldn’t let him go.
Hall explained that the tech instantly fell for him, and soon it was clear Sammy had found his forever family.
Today, Sammy’s life is filled with love, security, and companionship. He has humans who adore him and a furry sibling who turns every day into an adventure.
To everyone who helped along the way; your kindness gave one frightened pup the happiest ending imaginable.