Abandoned and Vulnerable
Three puppies were heartlessly abandoned in a remote area of Kennewick, Washington. Seeking refuge from the intense heat, they huddled together inside a metal pipe, desperately hoping for rescue. The harsh conditions and the feeling of abandonment left them scared and vulnerable.
A Call for Help and Compassionate Response
Jim Tietsort, a passing motorist, spotted the distressed puppies. Unable to capture them himself, he posted a plea for help on Facebook. Nikki Surgeon, a local resident, saw the post and immediately felt compelled to act. Despite an initial unsuccessful search, Surgeon returned the next day and finally located the puppies, later named Canyon, Pebble, and Sahara.
Building Trust and Securing Rescue
The puppies were initially wary and distrustful, understandably hesitant to approach humans after their abandonment. Surgeon, along with another compassionate individual named Sandy Orton, began visiting the puppies three times a day, providing them with food, water, and gentle reassurance. Gradually, the puppies began to trust their rescuers. Within two days, Canyon and Sahara were safely captured. Pebble, the most fearful of the three, required more time and patience. After five days of consistent visits and gentle coaxing, she finally allowed the rescuers to approach and secure her.
A New Beginning and a Search for Forever Homes
All three puppies were taken to a veterinarian for a check-up and found to be in relatively good health. Surgeon fostered the puppies, providing them with love and care. Mikey’s Chance Canine Rescue in West Richland, Washington, then took over their care, searching for suitable foster or forever homes. Despite their traumatic experience, the puppies have shown resilience and are now ready to find loving families who will provide them with the security and love they deserve. Their story is a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion and the life-changing impact of rescue efforts.
