Stray Dog Carries Dying Puppy to Vet in Heartwarming Rescue
In a remarkable moment captured on security footage, a stray dog in Istanbul, Turkey, demonstrated extraordinary maternal instinct by carrying her seriously ill newborn puppy to a veterinary clinic. The dog, later named "Mom" by clinic staff, sought help for her pup, inspiring millions on social media.
On January 13, staff at the Beylikduzu Alfa Veterinary Clinic noticed the mother dog approaching the clinic’s front door with a newborn in her mouth. The footage shows her walking through the rainy streets and laying the puppy at the clinic’s entrance.

A Race Against Time
Emir, a vet technician, sprang into action upon seeing the mother dog outside. Initially, the situation seemed hopeless. "At first, it wasn’t clear if the puppy was alive," recalled Dr. Baturalp Dogan, the veterinarian at the clinic. "The pup was cold as ice."
Emir and Dr. Dogan quickly examined the puppy, discovering a faint heartbeat. "When I checked it with a needle, we noticed a very slow heartbeat. That’s why I said, 'It’s a hope, maybe he’ll live,' and we started the fight," Dogan said.
Miraculous Revival
The team administered an adrenaline shot and used a hair dryer to warm the puppy. Meanwhile, "Mom" watched intently from the counter, showing concern for her newborn. Against the odds, the puppy’s condition improved. Dr. Dogan revealed that the pup, along with another male brought in earlier that day, were the only survivors of a six-puppy litter.
"They are doing very well right now," said Dr. Dogan. "This is a process, but I think they will get better day by day."

Social Media Reacts
Video clips of "Mom" and her puppies recovering at the clinic have gone viral, touching hearts worldwide. Many viewers praised the dog’s intelligence and determination.
"Wow. All kinds of heroes on the globe," one commenter wrote. Another said, "She knew what to do. Amazing."
Hope for the Future
The veterinary team is optimistic but cautious, emphasizing the ongoing care required for the puppies’ recovery. The hope is that "Mom" and her two surviving pups will soon find a loving home.