Being part of an animal rescue team means preparing for the unexpected. Urgent calls can come at any time, and you never know what you might face.

That was exactly the case for Stray Rescue of St. Louis (SRSL) . As a storm approached, Donna Lochmann and her crew rushed out to check on dogs before the weather turned. What they stumbled upon left them heartbroken.

While driving through a neighborhood park, volunteers noticed a small figure hiding near a set of picnic benches. As they got closer, their worst fears were confirmed.

A Scared Pup In The Park

A tiny puppy peeked nervously from behind the tables. When the team approached, they discovered he had been tied to a picnic table and abandoned.

It was impossible to know how long he had been there without food or water, but his fragi

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