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Rebel Dogs Detroit volunteers had been on their way back to the shelter just one week ago, when they spotted what looked like a small animal dart across Woodward Avenue in Detroit. For those unfamiliar with the area, it is a major thoroughfare that runs from the Detroit River north through downtown and into the suburbs, and is considered the city’s main artery.
The rescuers circled back; at first thinking it was a cat, but as they looped around again, they spotted a tiny dog. As they pulled over to search the area for the dog, the volunteers found his “spot.” It had been a makeshift setup one of the area residents, who felt sorry for the homeless pup, had created for him. There was a wooden board, a rubber tub, bowls and hay to cuddle up for warmth. All that – just feet away from one of Detroit’s busiest roads.
It was clear he had been surviving there a long time; far too long.
For the next seven days, two dedicated volunteers returned daily, and for six of those days, the frightened and untrusting little pooch avoided the humane traps. He was terrified and clever at the same time.
But on day seven, after hours of patience, he finally went in; he was safe…