Two Senior Chihuahuas Left in Car as Temps Fall Below Freezing. Watch As Heroes Arrive Just in Time
Freezing temperatures pose a serious threat to animals left outside, creating urgent challenges for rescue organizations. In a recent incident in Detroit, two senior Chihuahuas and two cats were found abandoned inside a car in subzero temperatures. (Watch the TikTok below)
Upon receiving the distress call, Dog Aide, an animal charity, sprang into action. They arrived swiftly to find the animals locked inside the vehicle, with outside temperatures plummeting to a bone-chilling -2 degrees Fahrenheit. Their prompt intervention may have been the difference between life and death for these vulnerable pets.
@dog_aide LIFESAVING RESCUE TODAY! We got the call 2 senior chihuahuas and 2 cats were locked inside a car in Detroit in SUBZERO weather. We already had a team out so we sent them straight over to help and we can’t believe what we found. We are SO thankful they survived this absolutely brutal cold weather and we got there in time. They are now safe, warm, fed, and with one of our trusted transfer partners ♥️ #DogAide #Detroit #communityoutreach #articblast #winter #dogs #fyp #viraltiktok ♬ original sound – Dog Aide
Battled Against Arctic Blast
The rescue team was relieved to find that the small Chihuahuas and cats had miraculously survived the brutal Arctic blast—a sudden and intense surge of frigid air causing temperatures to plummet.
Scared, alone, and freezing in the vehicle, the animals were without any sign of their owner. Thankfully, the Dog Aide swiftly brought them to safety and ensured they received immediate veterinary care.
Now living with one of the rescue organization’s partners, the animals are finally warm, comfortable, and safe from the bitter cold. Further updates revealed that their owner had been living in the vehicle, and is now seeking help in the face of severe cold.
Rescuing Lives from the Freezing Cold
Sharing the story on social media, the organization also revealed that they had responded to several similar incidents that week, rescuing numerous animals from the harsh winter conditions. The post garnered over 23,000 likes on Instagram, with countless netizens leaving heartfelt comments.
Tiffany Perkins wrote, “😭🤍 I’m so glad somebody spoke up for them. Thank you for helping them!”
Another user added, “This is so sad. The owner was living in the car with the cats and dogs💔 So very happy that the animals and the owner are receiving help❤️”
Dog Aide is a Detroit-based organization dedicated to providing resources, care, and support to dogs and their owners, ensuring pets live safe, happy, and healthy lives. You can send your donations to help their cause here.
Rocky Kanaka, a pet rescue advocate, says, “No animal should have to endure freezing temperatures alone and afraid. Stories like this remind us how critical it is to support rescues that step up in these life-threatening situations.”
