While Maria Harrington was strolling with her dogs along the levee over a canal in California, they abruptly began barking. The pooches were attempting to signal her to an individual who was lying below.
Harrington quickly glanced down and was stunned to see an abandoned, lifeless pup who was curled up in the canal.
The large-hearted woman started calling to him, but the canine did not respond.
The compassionate individual was uncertain if the puppy was still alive, so she tossed a rock nearby in hopes of grabbing his attention.
To her delight, the dog raised his head and gazed in Harrington’s direction. He appeared worn out, as if he had given up on himself.
A Rescue Operation
The thoughtful woman recognized that she needed to assist the dog.
After she took her pups home, Harrington shared about the abandoned canine, later dubbed Fritz, on Facebook. She hoped that someone would come forward to help in saving him.
Harrington returned to the canal and encountered a couple who adored dogs and had come to support her in rescuing the pup.
The trio combined their efforts and successfully lifted the dog from the canal.
The kind-hearted individuals felt sorrowful when they discovered a collar that had become embedded in Fritz’s skin.
Harrington brought Fritz home to care for him, even though she already had four dogs. She comforted the bewildered pup and assured him that he would be okay.
The compassionate individual bathed him and set up a cozy bed. Fritz felt safe and placed his trust in his rescuer.
Though the twelve-year-old pup moved at a slower pace compared to the other dogs, he still joined Maria and her pack on walks.
Harrington felt a connection to Fritz, but unfortunately, she was aware that she couldn’t provide him with what he longed for most… a permanent home.
She reached out to Muttville Senior Dog Rescue, an organization located in San Francisco, California, asking for assistance in helping Fritz find a caring family.
Finding His Happy Conclusion
The rescue organization took the pup into their care.
The team was saddened by the mistreatment that Fritz had faced and yearned to grant him a second opportunity at joy.
“He was slow and had arthritis with rough elbows, indicating to her that he had been kept on a hard surface before his rescue,” Patty Stanton from Muttville Senior Dog Rescue reported to Newsweek.
The kind-hearted individuals were devoted to transforming Fritz’s life.
They took him to the veterinarian, where he underwent a comprehensive medical evaluation. Fritz was found to have arthritis and dental disease.
The puppy was provided with arthritis medication, and underwent dental procedures.
A compassionate woman named Kristin felt heartbroken upon hearing Fritz’s tale. She volunteered to foster him and aid in his recovery.
Kristin was resolute to introduce him to new adventures and bring him happiness.
She welcomed him into her home and showered him with love.
Fritz quickly bonded with his foster mother, relishing the time spent together. His heart filled with joy. The pup couldn’t stop beaming.
The compassionate woman couldn’t resist falling in love with Fritz’s affectionate nature and ended up adopting him.
The elderly canine was immensely thankful to his mother for her unwavering love and for granting him a second chance.