Abandoned Puppy Braves Freeze On Lonely Road

On a quiet country road in Wisconsin, Tegan Griffith was on her way to work when she noticed a tiny flicker of movement.

Damjan

• Published in Animal Stories
• March 7, 2024

In the world of stray dogs, luck can be pretty unpredictable. Some dogs are lucky just to end up in a dog shelter where they can be safe.

But even there, not all of them find families to take them in. It's a sad truth that shows how different each dog's life can be. But some lucky dogs get adopted by caring people and find a loving home to call their own.

Along a serene rural route in Wisconsin, Tegan Griffith was en route to her workplace when she caught sight of a subtle flutter of motion. To her astonishment, she stumbled upon an endearing, droopy-eared pup abandoned in a desolate roadside ditch, left to brave the unforgiving cold on its own.

Dubbing the pup Larry, Tegan opted to bring him along to her workplace. She extended him a treat from her lunchbox – a savory delight that Larry eagerly gobbled up.

Throughout the day, Tegan provided updates about this unforeseen escapade on Twitter while cradling Larry in a vest. Opting to telecommute for the remainder of the day, Tegan transported Larry home and commenced reaching out to local law enforcement and animal welfare organizations.

A surprising phone call from one such organization unveiled, “Ah! You've found NUMBER FOUR!” Initially bewildered, Tegan soon connected the somber dots.

Larry was the fourth offspring of a litter callously abandoned in the wilderness by their owner. A companion of the owner had discovered Larry’s three sisters and transported them to the shelter a day prior.

Larry was forsaken, enduring a chilling solitary night in the forests of Northern Wisconsin. Driven to reunite the siblings, Tegan escorted Larry to the shelter, culminating in a tearful reunion with his sisters.

All four pups are presently undergoing vital medical attention at the shelter for worm infestations and dehydration. As Tegan's anecdotes about Larry propagated across the digital realm, many voiced interest in adopting the litter.

However, Larry has already secured his forever abode – nestled snugly in Tegan's affections, thereby sealing a jubilant conclusion to a narrative born from sorrow.

Return and a grim discovery

“Oh! You found NUMBER FOUR!”

An emotionally stirring reunion of Larry with his sisters.

Larry has already found his forever home.

Larry's story is like a warm hug on a cold day—it makes you feel good inside. It shows how being nice and caring can change someone's life, even if they're just a little dog.

When Tegan found Larry all alone, she didn't hesitate to help him. She took him home, shared her lunch, and made sure he got the help he needed.

And when she found out Larry had brothers and sisters, she made sure they were all together again. It's like when a friend sticks by you when you're having a tough time.

Tegan's kindness gave Larry a new home and made her life a little brighter too. It's a reminder that being kind can make a big difference, not just for animals like Larry, but for all of us.

Damjan