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animal-rescue1 year ago•3 min saved

"Coast Guard Rescues Dog Trapped for Over a Week in Texas Shipping Container"

A dog was rescued by US Coast Guard officers after being trapped inside a shipping container at the Port of Houston for over a week. The canine, nicknamed Connie the container dog, was found to be dirty and skinny but in good spirits. She was taken to an animal shelter and is now in the care of Forever Changed Animal Rescue, receiving treatment for heartworm and being prepared for adoption. The Coast Guard officials believe she may have accidentally ended up in the container while in a junkyard.

via New York Post |

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heartwarming-rescue1 year ago•2 min saved

"Texas Port Rescue: Dog Saved After Week-Long Shipping Container Ordeal"

U.S. Coast Guard officers at the Port of Houston rescued a sweet and friendly dog, later named Connie, from a shipping container where she had been trapped for over eight days with no food or water. The canine, found among junked vehicles likely being shipped overseas, was taken to an animal shelter and is now in the care of a rescue group for treatment and eventual adoption. The officers, who heard her barking during a routine inspection, are grateful to have been in the right place at the right time to save her life.

via The Associated Press|

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