The Indian state of Gujarat witnessed mᴀssive floods or flood-like situations throughout August 2024. Amid intense rescue operations, a heartwarming animal rescue grabbed attention online. A group of people in Vadodara, one of the most impacted cities, saved a senior dog stuck in the floods. The video quickly went viral, showing the people lifting the canine onto a cot and carefully rescuing it.

Watch Gujarat locals rescue senior dog during floods

A group of people in Vadodara, a city in Gujarat, saved a senior dog stuck in floods. The video of the rescue operation quickly went viral. In the video, eight men lifted a single cot, on top of which sat a senior Labrador Retriever. The men were chest-deep in the flooding water on the city’s local street, which was severely impacted by the floods.

The video, captured by Vidith Sharma, founder of Noida-based animal trust Save a Stray, shows the men smiling as they rescue the dog. The post’s caption stated, “An old senior dog was stuck in the floods in Vadodara, Gujarat, but the entire community came together to rescue the dog safely.” Amid the chaos, uncertainty, and worry, acts of compᴀssion and kindness like these found a place in the internet’s heart. Social media users applauded the group’s effort to save the dog.

The caption further said, “Such compᴀssion and love are truly inspiring – a powerful message for us all: never leave anyone behind in times of trouble. Thank you to everyone involved in this heartwarming rescue!”

Vadodara experienced a mᴀssive flood-like situation in August 2024 when heavy rains caused water levels to exceed those in local dams and rivers. Many people reportedly lost their lives, and several village residents faced displacement. Furthermore, rescue operations from the military and other non-profit organizations delivered food packets to the affected localities.