While driving through a rural part of Elloree, South Carolina, a couple spotted a snake crossing the road and quickly slowed down.

Moments later, out of the corner of their eye, they noticed a pair of ears poking up from the grass on the roadside.

The compassionate pair stopped abruptly and rushed over to help the small creature.

When they got closer, they saw it was a motionless puppy who looked as though he had already given up hope.

He was in terrible shape, completely bald and covered in mange. His thin body was stiff and frail. He urgently needed medical care.

Rescuing The Helpless Pup

The couple scooped him up and brought him to Orangeburg County Animal Control and Shelter .

Because the shelter was already full, they posted on Facebook asking for a rescue to take him in.

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