Earlier this month, a remarkable rescue unfolded in Brewster, New York, as the experienced team at Special Needs Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation Northeast (SNARR) responded to a distressing call involving two abandoned puppies. The Labrador retriever-mix puppies, later named Tucker and Charlotte, had been cruelly thrown from a moving vehicle into a stream, clinging to life in the cold water.
A Good Samaritan witnessed the shocking incident and wasted no time in rescuing the puppies. After scooping them from the stream, the stranger rushed them to SNARR’s headquarters, where the team quickly began their life-saving work.
“Thanks to this compassionate act, these fragile souls now have a chance at life,” SNARR wrote on Facebook. The puppies were exhausted, soaked, and in serious condition, suffering from water in their lungs, parasites, and road rash. Despite their dire state, the medical team at SNARR was determined to fight for their survival.
With careful medical treatment and lots of love, Tucker and Charlotte began to recover both physically and emotionally. Their personalities started to shine through as they received tender care and attention from their rescuers.
After a few weeks, Tucker and Charlotte were ready to move to a loving foster home where they could continue their recovery in a warm and nurturing environment. Their new foster family has been thrilled with their progress, describing them as playful and loving. “They are absolutely the most adorable babies!” SNARR’s Lauren F. shared.
While Tucker and Charlotte have made incredible strides, they are still working through their emotional trauma from the incident. Loud noises and sudden movements can startle them, but their foster mom is helping them regain confidence and trust.
As they celebrate their birthdays, Tucker and Charlotte are living each day with renewed joy and hope. They are looking forward to finding a permanent, loving home where they can continue to thrive.
If you want to support rescues like Tucker and Charlotte, consider donating to Special Needs Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation to help more animals in need.
