When a Good Samaritan spotted a terrified dog curled behind a dumpster in a St. Louis, Missouri alley, they contacted Stray Rescue of St. Louis and asked for help.

Donna Lochmann and her team arrived without delay.

As soon as they reached the scene, they saw the pup, later named Joan of Bark, trying her best to disappear from view. She stayed silent, as if she had already accepted her fate.

Then Lochmann spoke softly. At the sound of her voice, Joan of Bark lifted her head. In her eyes was a mix of deep sadness and overwhelming fear.

Earning A Frightened Dog’s Trust

Lochmann sat nearby and offered Vienna sausages.

Still uneasy, the hungry pup ate the treat in a heartbeat.

After a few moments to let her settle, Lochmann gently slipped a leash over her neck.

Joan of Bark hesitated

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