Lexya 3-year-old Shar-Pei/Labrador Retriever cross, is now ready to meet her future family after being found aboard a bus where she was trying to protect herself from a predator, reported FOX 56.
In its publication, the organization indicated that Lexy had been discovered by an employee of the transport company Lextran on board one of its buses. She was hidden behind a seat and seemed terrified.
It was only after viewing the recordings from the vehicle's surveillance camera that he understood how she had ended up in such a situation.
Moments earlier, the dog had been chased by a coyote. The driver noticed this and immediately stopped the bus to scare the wild canine, which ended up turning back. Unbeknownst to the savior of Lexythe latter had discreetly slipped into the bus to take shelter.
“She is intelligent, affectionate and so cute”
Following her rescue, the survivor was entrusted to the Lexington Humane Societywho is now looking for a warm and loving home for her new protégé.
According to the association, she has had several names since her arrival, before finally being called Lexy : Sharpie, Expo Marker, Road runner…
Woopets info: why can a traumatized dog stay hidden for a long time, even once the threat has passed?
The trauma of an attack triggers instinctive survival mechanisms in dogs. After a strong fright, some animals seek above all a calm and narrow place where they feel protected, even if it means staying there for long hours.
During this period, it is best to avoid forcing it out of its hiding place. A calm approach, a gentle voice and providing water and food nearby are generally more effective in helping him regain his confidence.
If the dog remains prostrate, refuses to eat, presents injuries or continues to show intense fear beyond a few days, a consultation with a veterinarian is recommended to rule out pain or a stress-related disorder.