Dogs often share an unbreakable bond with their human companions, finding safety, comfort, and a sense of belonging through this relationship.
Unfortunately, not all pets are treated with the kindness they deserve, with some being abandoned in the most heart-wrenching ways.
This was the fate of a 75-pound dog in Southern California, who found himself betrayed when his owner flung him from a moving vehicle before speeding away.
Confused and terrified, the dog was left standing on the road amidst fast-moving traffic, unable to fathom why the person he trusted had vanished.
Overcome with fear and disorientation, the shocked dog began spinning frantically in an attempt to find his owner, yet no one returned for him.
As he stood helplessly in traffic, a local resident named Mary witnessed the troubling scene. Not wasting a moment, she reached out to Suzette Hall, the founder of Logan’s Legacy, an animal rescue group based in California.
Hall shared on Facebook, “When he first got thrown out he was so confused, running around in circles in traffic.” Each time Mary tried to approach, the dog retreated in fear, clinging to the last spot where he had been abandoned by his owner.
Tragically, his anxiety nearly led him into catastrophe when he dashed through traffic and narrowly escaped being hit by a vehicle.
“He’s literally 75 pounds and so big but so scared. A huge jeep with huge tires literally went over him. Thank God the jeep was so high off the ground,” Hall wrote, recalling the close call.
Realizing the seriousness of the situation, Hall and her team, including rescuers Karla, Yamileth, and Nunez, sprang into action.
They arrived at the scene, using soft voices and offering treats to gently coax the dog into a nearby fenced yard where he would be safe from the dangers of traffic.
Once within the confines of safety, the petrified dog stopped running, marking the first moment of peace he had experienced that day. They named this brave dog Benji, symbolizing the start of his new journey.
Safely ensconced in the rescue team’s vehicle, Benji appeared to relax, perhaps sensing that his ordeal had finally ended. For Suzette Hall, this moment brought tremendous relief, knowing that Benji was now secure and surrounded by care.
“They got him into a yard and shut the gate. My heart was so happy. The fear and terror he had been through was over. And this big hunk of pure love was finally safe,” she expressed.
In his foster home, Benji is gradually experiencing the compassion and warmth he has long been denied. He is slowly adapting to this new world filled with affection, nourishing food, and gentle reassurance.
Every day marks a step forward as he learns that some humans offer love, not harm.
As Benji continues his rehabilitation, he is on the path to being ready for adoption. This loving and loyal soul, after enduring such sorrow, is now moving toward a future filled with the love and peace he truly deserves.
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