Abandonment is one of the deepest wounds a dog can endure, but sometimes it marks the beginning of something better. That was true for Trekker.

This gentle puppy was left behind in San Diego’s Cleveland National Forest, where she managed to survive for over two weeks after being discarded by her owner.

Hungry, frightened, and constantly on alert for predators like mountain lions and coyotes, Trekker was nearing the edge of despair. But her story wasn’t finished yet.

A Lonely Figure In The Wilderness

While walking through the forest, a woman noticed a small figure in the distance. At first, she thought it was a wild animal. But as she got closer, she realized it was a dog.

Trekker sat nervously on a slope, making it impossible for the woman to reach her directly.

Determined not to le

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