When a tiny puppy was found stranded on a roof, no one could believe how he ended up in such a precarious situation. Scared, alone, and with no way to get down, the little pup lay there, helplessly hoping someone would come to his rescue. Fortunately, this story has a heartwarming ending, thanks to the quick thinking and compassion of the community.
It all started when residents of an apartment complex in Austin, Texas, spotted the puppy stuck on the roof. Concerned for his safety, one of the residents immediately called the Austin Animal Center for help. Within minutes, animal protection officers Staci Figueroa and Erica Cerza arrived at the scene, ready to assist.
When Staci and Erica saw the puppy, they were taken aback. How did he get there? It turns out the curious little guy had walked down the hallway of the apartment complex and somehow managed to slip through the railing, ending up on the roof. But now, the poor pup was trapped with no idea how to get back.
To make matters worse, the rescuers noticed a small, gaping hole in the metal next to the puppy. If he were to fall through, the situation could turn dire. Time was of the essence.
With the help of a resident who had a screwdriver handy, the team quickly removed one of the pickets from the fence that separated the roof from the rest of the complex. This allowed them to get closer to the puppy without putting him in further danger. Erica reached out, carefully scooping the little guy into her arms.
Once he was safely in Erica’s care, the puppy seemed to relax, even playfully tugging at her hair—a sure sign that he was beginning to feel safe again. The officers then asked the apartment complex management to notify residents about the puppy, hoping to find his owner. Unfortunately, no one came forward to claim him.
The puppy, now named Wicket, was taken to the Austin Animal Center, where he was given the care and attention he needed. It didn’t take long for Wicket to come out of his shell, revealing a playful and affectionate personality. His transformation was quick, and he soon became a favorite among the staff.
Wicket’s story has a happy ending. Just days after his rescue, Wicket was adopted by a loving family who promised to give him the safe and happy home he deserved. Now, instead of being stranded on a roof, Wicket spends his days surrounded by love, enjoying new adventures with his forever family.
Thanks to the quick actions of the residents and the dedicated team at Austin Animal Center, this little puppy’s life took a turn for the better. Wicket is now living the life every dog dreams of, far from any danger and surrounded by warmth and care.
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