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Pit Bull Falls Into Canal Just As Men Walk By And Tie Their Belts Together

By: Julie Hunt
Julie Hunt is an avid dog lover and writer for iHeartDogs.com, and has a background as a veterinary technician. She rescued a beautiful former bait dog named Rory.Read more
| October 13, 2023

In a heartwarming story of compassion and teamwork, a scared and stranded Pit Bull named Bella was rescued from a canal and eventually found her forever home. The rescue effort was captured on video and shared on YouTube, showcasing the kindness of strangers and the resilience of this lovable dog.

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Bella was discovered sitting perfectly still in the canal, frightened and unable to climb out. The people who found her reassured her, saying, “It’s okay, mama, we’re gonna help you.” They quickly turned to a group of men walking along the canal for assistance. Without hesitation, the men offered to help rescue Bella from her predicament.

Using their belts, the rescuers created a makeshift harness to lift Bella out of the canal. Throughout the entire process, Bella remained calm and cooperative, allowing the rescuers to put the leash on her and lift her to safety. Once out of the canal, Bella wagged her tail happily, grateful for the help she received.

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After the rescue, Bella was brought back to her foster house, where she was checked for a microchip. Unfortunately, she wasn’t microchipped, and despite posting numerous lost and found advertisements, no one came forward to claim her. In the meantime, Bella’s rescuers worked on getting her healthy and ready for adoption.

Bella’s journey to finding her forever home wasn’t without its challenges. She was initially dog and cat-aggressive, making it difficult to find the perfect home for her. However, her love for people and her gentle nature with children made her an ideal companion for the right family.

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To showcase Bella’s sweet personality, her rescuers dressed her up as Wonder Woman and shared photos of her interacting with a rescuer’s niece. This photo caught the eye of Suzanne, who eventually adopted Bella. Now, Bella enjoys her new life with her brother, Michael, and her loving family.

Bella’s rescue and adoption is a reminder that through compassion and team work, anything is possible! Thanks to the kindness of strangers and the dedication of her rescuers, Bella was given a second chance at a happy life.

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