It’s tough to understand how someone could harm or abandon a helpless animal. Despite being treasured as our faithful friends, many dogs are mistreated, neglected, or abandoned. Despite the excellent efforts of several groups to preserve our four-legged friends, countless animals continue to die as a result of the heinous actions of those who are supposed to care for them.

A small dog was recently left to perish in the center of a busy highway divider. With speeding cars on either side, this helpless pup’s odds of survival were bleak.

Fortunately, a veterinary surgeon happened to notice the dog and pulled over. He bravely ran across the road, risking his own life in a bid to rescue the distressed canine. Hoping to gain the dog’s trust quickly and prevent her from running into oncoming traffic, the surgeon’s actions demonstrated his utmost concern for the vulnerable pup.

Watch the video below to see what happened to the pup after the rescue mission: