In a touching turn of events, a puppy that had been abandoned and caught in electric wires on a busy Kansas highway was rescued, capturing the attention and hearts of many. The rescue, which took place near Wamego, Kansas, has since sparked a wave of online empathy and support for the puppy’s recovery and future.

The incident occurred when Coleman Electric employees, Matt McMillan and Steve McLean, were traveling on the highway toward Manhattan. As they drove along, they noticed a distressed puppy entangled in electric wires on the side of the road. Quick to act, they flagged down nearby drivers and coordinated with a double-decker truck driver to stop the traffic. Working together, the group carefully freed the puppy, whose frightened and vulnerable state moved everyone involved.

The puppy, later named Karmel, is a four-month-old retriever-lab mix. Once freed, she was immediately cared for by McMillan, who took her to his worksite and ensured she was comfortable and safe. According to McMillan, Karmel, though shaken, quickly became a calm and sweet presence. “She just sat down at your feet because she’s the sweetest puppy,” McMillan shared, noting how exhausted she seemed from her ordeal.

After the rescue, McMillan took Karmel to be microchipped, only to discover that her previous owners did not wish to reclaim her. The story of Karmel’s rescue spread quickly on social media, with many people sharing their love and support for both the puppy and her rescuers. Offers to adopt the puppy poured in, but McMillan, who had recently lost a pet of his own, decided to give Karmel a new home with him.

Karmel’s heartwarming rescue has touched the lives of many, showcasing the power of compassion and the enduring bond between humans and animals.