Dogs live in old tires to avoid the heat

A worn-out tire became a haven for three small dogs in an abandoned spot under a California freeway overpass. Shielded from the scorching sun, they huddled together, their survival hanging by a thread in the remote, sweltering environment. Fate turned against them when a man, lost and accidentally taking a wrong turn, spotted a white terrier sprawled out in a pile of trash near the tire. Realizing the dire situation, he quickly contacted Faith Easdale, a seasoned rescuer with Dream Fetchers: Project Rescue.

Faith is used to the grim reality of pets being abandoned in such desolate areas. “It’s a daily occurrence,” she said. commentedpondering the often abandoned sites scattered across remote tunnels and fields. Acting quickly, Faith contacted Cassandra Aldridge, a local rescue worker, to investigate. Upon arriving on the scene, Cassandra discovered not one but three dogs peering out of the tire. Weak and dehydrated, they were too weak to leave their makeshift shelter. Running out of time, Cassandra carefully loaded the tire with the dogs inside into her car, seeking relief from the heat.

As the air conditioning calmed the puppies, Faith joined Cassandra and together they coaxed the shy dogs out of their hiding places. Wrapping them in blankets, Faith gently offered them water, which they eagerly drank. “They were just so lethargic they didn’t even want to run,” Faith recounted. Dodo Birdrelieved as the dogs settled into their crates, comforted by each other’s company.

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The trio, a tragic symbol of neglect turned hope, were then taken to a veterinary hospital. Given their ordeal, their rescuers named them after tire brands—Michelin, Pirelli, and Kumho—marking their new journey toward recovery.

Despite the flea and tick infestation and skin damage, the dogs were happy to be safe, their spirits lifted by the care they received. The sight of the white dog placing its protective paws on another puppy melted the hearts of their rescuers. Nursed back to health and safety, the dogs now look forward to a future far removed from the harshness of a tire under an overpass.

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