California Homeowner Finds A “Stray Dog” Beneath Porch, Uncovers A Wild Surprise Instead

It’s not every day that someone finds an unfamiliar animal in their own yard — especially one so unrecognizable due to its condition.

That’s exactly what happened to Sharon Betrozzi in Folsom, California, when she spotted what she believed to be a sick, elderly dog curled up beneath her porch.

The morning air was cold, and the creature lay motionless against the concrete, barely breathing.

Concerned and unsure of what to do, Sharon contacted City of Folsom Animal Services . As she waited nearby, the animal’s matted fur and shallow breaths only heightened her worry.

A Shocking Discovery Beneath The Porch

By the time animal services personnel arrived, nearly four hours after the creature had lain motionless. They quickly realized this wasn’t a typical stray.

The team gently coaxed