In a vast stretch of green and brown grasses along a roadside in Serbia, it’s easy to overlook the creatures that might be hiding. Yet, somehow, Milan, an animal advocate, recently drove by and spotted a little face peeking out from the brush.
Milan’s Patience and Care
Milan, who works with Dog Rescue Shelter Serbia, quickly began recording the rescue as he stepped out of his car.
“Come! Come, love!” Milan called gently in Serbian, coaxing the frightened puppy.
The little beagle, frightened by the stranger, ran into a nearby drainage pipe and began barking. But Milan, unfazed, kept speaking softly, urging the pup to come out. Slowly, the puppy realized Milan was there to help, and after a moment of hesitation, he emerged and allowed Milan to stroke his head.
A Tender Farewell
Cradling the puppy in his arms, Milan carefully carried him to a crate in his car. As they walked, Milan kissed the puppy’s head, whispering words of reassurance that everything would be okay.
You can watch the rescue unfold in a video here:
Later that day, the puppy was taken to an animal hospital, where he received treatment for his injuries. Throughout the process, Milan remained by his side, offering comfort and familiarity.
Feeling brighter with each passing day, the beagle found solace in a foster home, where he enjoyed regular meals and regained his strength. His tail wagged for the first time, a sign of his growing happiness.
A Remarkable Transformation
A month later, the once skin-and-bones puppy had transformed into a thriving, cuddly companion. Milan, amazed by the progress, could hardly believe how far the dog had come.
During a final visit, Milan said his bittersweet goodbye. The puppy was soon to travel to his forever home, where a loving family awaited. Safe in Milan’s arms during their final embrace, both the dog and his rescuer silently shared their gratitude for each other.