When Nanessa Rosales saw a homeless dog struggling to survive on a construction site, she reached out to Hope for Paws – a nonprofit rescue organization in Los Angeles. The group aims to educate everyone about the importance of companion animals in society. Despite Rosales’ offers to trespass and help, the rescuers advised against it and instead took the matter into their own capable hands. Rescue workers Eldad Hagar and Lisa Chiarelli arrived at the scene and asked around about the dog’s whereabouts. Although they were allowed onto the gated private property, the team wasn’t quite sure whether they’d find the fearful pup amidst the disturbing noise and scattered, unsafe construction materials.
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Hagar was surprised to find the dog he was looking for so quickly. Unfortunately, she was in a pitiful state, huddled inside a trashcan with only one puppy as company. Someone had placed a decaying cardboard box at the bottom of the can to make it more comfortable for them. Hagar decided to name the mother dog Zoe and her cute little black pup Meadow. Apparently, the previous owners of the property had abandoned their dog and left her to fend for herself. On top of that, Zoe had gotten pregnant while living on the streets. The construction workers Hagar had spoken to said that local kids had stolen the rest of Meadow’s litter – five other puppies.
When Hagar and Chiarelli first approached Zoe, she reacted with a growl and panicked expression. However, Chiarelli remained patient and gentle, offering treats and verbal reassurance as he slowly approached her. Eventually, Zoe’s anxiety began to subside and she became more relaxed, even accepting treats from Chiarelli. Meanwhile, Meadow eagerly devoured her treats with a wagging tail.
Meadow had eaten her fill and was now under the control of her mother’s leash. She gently rubbed her nose against Zoe, conveying her faith in her and giving her confidence to move to a new place. Though it took some time, Zoe eventually accepted the role of being a domesticated animal.
Zoe felt a mix of emotions as she was led outside, comprising relief, sadness, exhaustion, and some fear. Fortunately, Meadow, the kind rescuer, allowed others to pick her up.
Zoe and Meadow were rescued by the Hope for Paws team and brought to the hospital for medical attention. Luckily, both mother and puppy were given a clean bill of health. They were then taken in by a foster family through Shelter Hope Pet Shop, a volunteer adoption group that provides shelter animals with a chance to find their forever homes while giving potential pet owners a pet store-like experience.
Meadow, who was a resident of Shelter Hope Pet Shop, found comfort in playing with Zoe’s new dog tag, showing affection to her rescuers and feeling safe enough to close her eyes and get a good night’s sleep.
Watching the furry bunch of dogs playfully wrestling on the floor while being taken care of by their foster parents makes one realize that what may be deemed as worthless by some can turn out to be a priceless gem for others.
