TEEN FINDS A CRATE NEXT TO A DUMPSTER, BREAKS INTO TEARS WHEN SHE SAW WHAT WAS HIDDEN INSIDE
Curiosity is the sole reason why civilization is the way it is today. When we walk out of our houses, every now and then there’s at least one thing that catches our attention. But how many times has it happened that while driving or walking down the lane something caught your eye, and it makes you stop then and there? Not a daily thing to happen, right?
When a 16-year-old noticed a crate, at least that’s what she thought it to be, he had a strong gut feeling that something wasn’t right and she went to take a look. Unaware that the later discovery will leave her with tears…
Girls’ Night Out
A couple of weeks after their exams were over, the girls deserved some time to chill and gossip about what was going on that summer. A bunch of teens was trying to convince their parents to allow them for a night out at their friend’s place whose parents weren’t home. After a lot of requests their parents finally gave up and the girls were granted a night of their own. Yes, with a list of restrictions.
Permission Granted
Savannah Minter, a 16-year-old teen was all set for fun with her friends. She already had her mother’s permission for a night out at one of her friend’s place. So, the plan was to pick up her good friend, Ivy who lived in the nearby apartments and then go straight to their friend’s place whose parents were out of town.
A Night To Remember
In the month of July, it was one summer night when all these girls left not even a single reason to make it a memorable night. Their favorite movies, lots of popcorns, and more. Night outs are one important part of everyone’s childhood. One can never forget it unless suffering from amnesia of course. But little did Savannah know that she will be returning home with much more than her last night out experiences.
Day Started Late
Their night was sleepless with a couple of movies and gossips. The girls woke up past the afternoon that Sunday. The first thing they did was to call at their homes to tell where they have been all this time. After having an amazing time with her friends it was time to head home. Savannah and her friend Ivy were supposed to go home together. Savannah was going to drop Ivy on her way to home.
Here You Go
Savannah dropped Ivy outside her apartment building where they stood for a while and talked before bidding bye. When she looked at Ivy entering her building, something strange caught her eyes at the corner of the building. It gave a spark to her curiosity and she wanted to know what it was… But why would she be so interested in whatever lied in the corner of the building???
A Dumpster
It was the dumping area that caught Savannah’s attention. She knew something about it was weird and she needed to get a closer look at it. Now you might be thinking that what was the big deal, she could have just gone inside to check, right?
Obstacles On The Path
Yes, Savannah was curious but she knew it wouldn’t be easy for her to go and check on what this thing was. There were two big reasons behind it. Despite the reasons that were stopping her curious mind she was ready to go ahead. But what in the world can stop someone from checking what lies in a dustbin other than the hygiene?
Too Late For This
The first issue was that she was getting late. She was supposed to be home that morning and it was already past 7 in the evening. A night out lasted for way too long that even after the night was over and the next day was also about to end. Her mother was angry and wanted her to get home as quickly as possible. As if this wasn’t enough that there was the second obstacle on her way to knowing a disturbing truth.
Mother Can Wait
Savannah called her mother and said she dropped Ivy home and now she’ll be home in 30minutes as she got something on the way. Her mother who was already disappointed with Savannah’s irresponsible behavior questioned why was she taking so long? The answer was quite unexpected, Savannah said that something just happened and it might take her a bit longer to reach home. Her mother was surprised to see her daughter’s confidence.
What was it that made Savannah argue with her mother too?
Trust Me!
Savannah further added that her mother should trust her and that she’ll be telling the whole story once she reaches home. Her mother knew that Savannah never gives excuses and trusted her daughter. She hung up after telling her to take care and be home soon. With this one trouble ended between the teen and the discovery but the biggest trouble was yet to be accomplished.
Secured Building
Well, the second problem was that Savannah’s friend, Ivy lived in a typical posh apartment where nobody was allowed unless the guard’s certain about their identity. Savannah asked the guard to let her in but how could he? She didn’t live in that building after all. Savannah emphasized that she just dropped her friend who lived in the building right in front of the guard. But he denied for an obvious reason… What was this obvious reason anyway? Even Savannah wanted to know.
First Day At Work
She wasn’t supposed to get inside the building premises as she didn’t live there but she needed to check on what it was anyway. The guard told Savannah that it was his first day at this job and he cannot be lenient with anyone. So, will this stop the young teen from unraveling the truth that lied in that dumpster?
Let Me Go!
Savannah tried to explain to the guard that she wasn’t trying to get inside the building rather she needed to check on something that caught her eye at the corner of the building. The guard tried to explain his part that he couldn’t allow her in the building premises as it is not allowed and this minor mistake might cost him his job. Now Savannah grew impatient…
Called For Help
When the guard wasn’t ready to help her, Savannah called Ivy. Her friend was confused when Savannah asked her to talk to the guard as she wanted to get inside the community area. According to Ivy, Savannah should have been halfway to her home by now. Why was she still standing in front of her building and why she wanted to get inside the building?
So Many Questions
Ivy had so many questions, the biggest of all, wasn’t Savannah getting late for home? Savannah, on the other hand, was getting angry on the guard. Her voice was a bit loud when she called Ivy and told her to get downstairs right away. Ivy who couldn’t understand what did the guard do to make Savannah so angry did as she was told.
No Scene Please!
The guard didn’t want to create any scene on the first day of his job. He was trying to calm down the agitated teen but it seemed a complicated situation to handle. He couldn’t allow a stranger in and he was just trying to do his job.
Friend’s Here
Ivy rushed downstairs trying to know what this whole thing was about. When she arrived at the main door, she noticed that Savannah was arguing with the guard to let her in who has specified in a low tone that it is not possible for him to allow anyone in without permission from any of the residents.
Strange Behavior
Ivy told the guard that she is her friend and to let her in. The guard followed the instructions and Savannah got her car inside the building premises and parked it. Before Ivy could even ask what was wrong, Savannah ran towards the building. Ivy didn’t know how to react to this. What was it that her friend was up to as she had never behaved this weirdly before. Ivy followed her anyway.
Too Dark To See
While Ivy kept on questioning her friend, Savannah just said she noticed something from far and she wants to take a look at it. Ivy thought she misheard her friend and asked her again. Indeed Savannah was there to look for something inside the garbage. Ivy was speechless about Savannah’s actions who was least bothered by what anyone was thinking of her.
Bring Me The Torch
While Savannah picked up a crate that was lying in the middle of two large dumpsters, she asked her friend, Ivy to bring her the torch from the front drawer of the car. Ivy did as she was asked even though she was furious to understand the true thing. The things started to get clear when Ivy put the torchlight on the crate.
A Cage!
When the object that Savannah was carrying came in light, it became clear that it was no crate but a cage. What made the girls even more puzzled was the fact that something inside this cage was moving. Somehow they landed in the right place at the right time. Wondering how?
Shocked And Horrified
Savannah recalled in an interview that after looking at what was inside that cage, “I freaked out! I was on the phone with one of my friends and I was like, ‘Oh my gosh!'” Her reaction was not at all surprising as her friend Ivy too was shocked that someone actually took such a cold-hearted step.
A Disturbing Surprise
Whatever Savannah Minter saw in a crate next to an apartment complex’s dumpster brought her into tears. The girls knew they cannot be leaving it there. Savannah called her mother and informed her that she’ll not be coming home alone.
Small Five Dogs
That evening Savannah found five teeny-tiny chihuahuas. They were put in a small cage like a crate. It was too distressing for the teen girl, tears floated out of her eyes. Ivy tried to console her. What the teen was unable to understand was how can someone be so cruel and disheartened towards these innocent creatures?
Poor Condition
Savannah was just a student and not vet. Even then she could understand that these babies weren’t healthy. They needed immediate medical help. Their hair was filled with fleas and ticks also they had injuries possibly due to staying closely intact inside the cage.
Coming Home
Savannah recalled telling her friend, “I’m not gonna leave them here. It’s night and that’s cruel. So I put them in the back of my car and I took them home.” She was not sure how her mother will be reacting to her decision but she was ready to take a stand for the poor babies.
Family And Friends Unite
As it was Sunday, the vet’s place was closed and Savannah had to take care of these animals all by herself. She managed to talk her mother into it. And finally, her relatives and friends came in for help. On Monday morning, the first thing she did was taking them to the vet where she got the terrible news.
A Sad Past For These Pups
After completing the examination, the vet told Savannah that these dogs have been in the cage throughout their lives. Savannah knew that it is her responsibility to give them a bright future. She knew that they needed proper love and care and they deserved it.
Trying Social Media For Help
While Savannah was busy caring for these chihuahuas, her mother and friends came up with an incredible idea. They advised her to put on their story on the Nextdoor app. This app has proved successful in connecting locals and keeping them updated with all the updates and news of the city. They were hoping to find homes for these babies through the app.
The Advertisement
Savannah gave Nextdoor app a try and posted the information along with these dogs’ pictures. And she was overwhelmed with the response that she received. People wanted to help, her inbox had so many messages from people who wanted to help these chihuahuas.
A Flood Of Responses
Jenny Perez, a lady who came in to help the teens said, “We’ve gotten flooded with responses from people who now have fostered them or taken them for their forever homes.” A couple of these chihuahuas were suffering from Hernia and they needed to get this treated.
Emma, The Chihuahua
Emma, the chihuahua was in worst condition and her health was deteriorating day by day. She too suffered from a hernia. But she was lucky enough that for her funds were raised on time and she was the first one to be treated.
Funds From Heaven
It all happened with the help of a worried couple who wanted to do anything and everything in their hands to save these chihuahua’s lives. They took care of Emma’s treatment and paid for it. They even took the responsibility of Emma till the time she becomes all healthy.
Muscle Disorder
All the dogs find a wonderful family. There was one chihuahua who suffered from a muscle disorder and was unable to walk properly. A kind-hearted family came in to take the responsibility of this little one with only one left behind.
The Last Pooch Standing
While all the other chihuahuas were taken care of there was one left with no one to look after. Emma was the only chihuahua who wasn’t adopted by anyone for a long time. She was still living with her foster parents. Will she ever get a forever home?
Thank You, Savannah
Obviously, all the families who adopted these babies were thankful to Savannah who took a step ahead and saved these babies lives who were now making several homes a better place. Savannah was glad that she was able to do something for the chihuahuas but the only one left behind still was her major concern.
Laws For Dog Abandonment
The state of Texas has laws for people who abandon their pooches. Sadly, nobody could tell who left these babies in the dumpster to die. While people take such cruel measures to get rid of their responsibilities, the people who helped in raising funds proved that there’s still hope and goodness.
An Unsolved Mystery
Ohio Attorney General Local law enforcement is looking into the case. So far no one is arrested as there’s not even a single clue about who had done this. Still, Savannah found her peace with the fact that at least the dogs are now safe.
No One Left Behind
At last, Emma was also adopted. This was one big day for Savannah, a day worth celebrating. Now she tries to raise awareness about animals and their care and how they deserve to be treated as our family member, not a toy that can be abandoned at any time.
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