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Heartbroken Man Finds Litter of Helpless Puppies on Thrown-Out Mattress

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by Emily Wolfe

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Our furry companions often bring us immense joy, but they can also evoke deep sadness, typically due to human neglect.

A kind-hearted man from Gary, Indiana, was walking his beloved dog, a favorite activity for them both. Suddenly, they stumbled upon a pile of discarded mattresses and noticed something moving. In that moment, the man realized the harsh reality: not all dogs enjoy a happy life.

Heartbreaking Sight

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As he approached, his heart shattered at the sight of six abandoned puppies on the mattresses. Overwhelmed with sadness and anger, he knew he had to act quickly. He contacted Silverstray Social for help. Despite it being the Friday evening before Memorial Day, the organization, dedicated to rescuing animals and supporting pet families, responded immediately.

Volunteer Layce arrived in Gary, Indiana, to find the puppies in a makeshift kennel, thanks to the man who found them. The puppies were extremely emaciated, appearing to be around two months old. However, after examination, it was revealed they were actually six months old, so malnourished that they appeared much younger.

Hope For A Happy Life

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Photo Credit: GuardiansOfTheGreenMile

This revelation fueled the rescuers’ determination to ensure a brighter future for the puppies. Kelly Carey, founder of Silverstray Social, reached out to local rescue organizations. Guardians of the Green Mile agreed to take in the six puppies, offering them a chance at a better life. The puppies spent the night with a compassionate volunteer before being examined by a vet and placed in foster homes.

According to the Guardians of the Green Mile Facebook post, “Despite their appearance, they are all very sweet and friendly pups with great dispositions.”

Since their rescue, the puppies have been thriving, with hope shining in their eyes. Although their start in life was bleak, everything changed when one kind soul wept over their fate. Now, they look forward to joyous walks with loving humans, just like the dog from the beginning of this story.


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About
Emily Wolfe

Emily is a lifelong animal lover and the founder of PETS CRAZIES. She started this blog after realizing the great need for quality pet information on the internet. Emily has two dogs, a cat, and two rabbits of her own.

She has a B.S. in Animal Science from Cornell University and is a professional writer specializing in the pet industry. Learn More About Our Team!