In a heartbreaking story, the truck driver couldn't help but feel sad when a dog climbed up on the truck's window, asking to be rescued.
It's even more painful when the dog was in a bad condition, with his whole body red, hairless, and tired from hunger and thirst.
An unexpected meeting
The truck driver claimed that he was resting near a sanctuary in Missouri before continuing his work when a stray dog in devastated condition climbed up on the window of his truck.
The dog appeared with a sad and desperate look. Its skin was red, hairless, and extremely thin that ribs were exposed.
Therefore, the truck driver decided to rescue the poor dog.
The truck driver rescued the dog
After an unexpected meeting with the devastated dog, the man let him into the truck and provided a snack for the dog before contacting shelter staff.
The truck driver sent an emergency message requesting help from animal rescuers in Springfield, Missouri.
They were able to find both of their locations quickly, and the driver was also seen staying with the poor dog until it was returned to the rescuers.
The dog was later moved to a foster with its exhausted condition that he overslept in a chair.
After being rescued, the dog received further treatment and was named Artie.
According to Artie's foster mom, despite his distressed experience, he was full of an incredibly positive spirit.
The recovery of Artie
Thanks to the rescue of the truck driver and the love of his foster mother, Teri, Artie gradually recovered and became an active dog with an attractive appearance.
His eyes filled with sadness and fear, became brighter with happiness and freedom.
Contrary to his previous hairless condition, his fur amazingly grew, making him a fluffy, beautiful dog.
After 6 weeks of being rescued, Artie is finally adopted by a kind family with the hope to bring a real home for him.
He also fell in love with his new girlfriend, Mika, a dog of his new family. The family usually updated his condition on their social media accounts.
In the posts, Artie is seen always having fun with his girlfriend Mika and cat sister Noel, and he also often shows affection to his new family.
The calls from animal rescue centers
The animal rescue center emphasizes how human kindness and compassion can completely change the life of an animal, such as Artie, the dog who was helped by a kind-hearted truck driver.
All animals need more love and compassion in this world.
If you come across a lost dog, a starving cat, or any other stranded animal in need of help, contact your local shelter or rescue team immediately to promptly rescue them.
Your actions can save an animal's life and change their life for the better.
