Lucky the dog rescued after being found tied to railroad tracks

SAN ANTONIO (WPDE) — It was a "miracle on the tracks" in San Antonio when an officer was able to free a dog from railroad tracks as a train approached.

Lucky was found after Animal Care Officer David Edwards responded to an urgent call about a dog tied to an active railroad track unable to free himself, according to a Facebook post by City of San Antonio Animal Care Services (ACS).

Using a humane catch pole, Edwards was able to gain the dog's trust and move quickly to get the dog to safety.

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"Before they could make it back to the animal transport vehicle, a train zoomed past," ACS said.

The rescue said they are not sure if Lucky's leash was caught on a nail as he walked past or if someone secured him but they are "beyond grateful" to those who reported his situation.

After having some time to settle down, Lucky has become much more comfortable with people and is ready for his forever home.