Earlier this month, Sabrina Garcia had an ordinary day—until a surprising encounter turned into a heartwarming rescue. After catching a mouse in her home, Garcia went outside to release it, only to stumble upon something far more alarming.
Peering into a sewer drain, Garcia was shocked to see two brown eyes staring back at her. At the bottom of the sewer, a large dog was trapped, completely hidden from the world above.
The dog, later named Donatello, seemed to silently plead for help. Garcia wasted no time reaching out to Logan’s Legacy 29, a dog rescue organization led by Suzette Hall. The rescue team quickly mobilized, racing to the scene to assist.
Upon arrival, the rescuers were dismayed to discover the small size of the sewer opening. It became clear that Donatello’s entrapment was no accident—someone had deliberately placed him there.
Devastated but determined, the team located an unlocked manhole cover and carefully lifted it to reveal a ladder. Two brave rescuers descended the ladder while Hall and another volunteer waited above. Moments later, they managed to lift Donatello to safety.
The miraculous rescue was captured on video, showcasing Donatello’s relief as he was finally brought to the surface. The team gently placed him in a crate and transported him to Camino Pet Hospital, where he was welcomed with warmth and care.
During his medical exam, veterinarians discovered a troubling assortment of trash and even a towel lodged in Donatello’s intestines. Starving and desperate, he had consumed whatever he could find. Emergency surgery was performed to remove the blockage, and thankfully, Donatello recovered swiftly.
As Donatello’s physical health improved, he began adjusting to his new life. Though his road to recovery included treatment for anxiety and a final surgery to correct inverted eyelids, Donatello was already showing signs of resilience and hope.
This year, Donatello’s birthday marks not just the anniversary of his rescue, but the start of a new chapter filled with love, comfort, and healing. Until he finds his forever home, Donatello is surrounded by caring professionals and volunteers who are committed to giving him the life he always deserved.
