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While traveling through Benson, Arizona, a truck driver had an unexpected encounter that prompted them to take immediate action. Spotting a tiny white blob on the shoulder of an Interstate 10 exit ramp, the driver realized it was a helpless puppy left to fend for herself.
What made the situation even more distressing was the discovery of a tightly secured zip tie around the puppy's neck. Not only did someone abandon the puppy on the busy highway, but they’d left her with it.
Reacting swiftly, the driver pulled over, assessed the situation, and provided much-needed assistance to the distressed pup.
“Fortunately, a truck driver spotted her and stopped, removed the zip tie, gave her water,, and kept her safe until a trooper arrived to help," the Arizona Department of Public Safety wrote on Facebook.
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Trooper Iliana Magallanes arrived moments later. Despite the trauma, the resilient pup greeted the officer with an enthusiastic tail wag, showcasing her friendly and upbeat demeanor.
“She was still friendly and happy despite her ordeal," the Arizona Department of Public Safety wrote.
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Magallanes, recognizing the need for immediate care, transported the puppy to the Benson Animal Shelter (BAS). During the journey, the officer covered her with a cozy blanket.
Then, BAS’s loving team took over caring for the sweet girl, whom they’d named Brandy. With a challenging healing journey ahead, Brandy was fortunate to be in the hands of compassionate caregivers.
And it wasn't long before she secured a forever family.
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Despite the traumatic events she endured, Brandy has shown incredible resilience and is on the path to a full recovery. “She is doing amazingly great!” BAS wrote on Facebook. “She has a home once she is spayed and fully recovered from her tragic event.”
The shelter team is providing her with the care and support she needs to heal physically and emotionally. While she still has some time left in foster care before she can go to her forever home, the team is confident in Brandy's fighting spirit.
They express gratitude that she has not suffered any long-term effects from the cruelty she endured, emphasizing that she is a survivor of animal cruelty.
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