CCTV Captures Owner's Quick Thinking After Dachshund Stuck in -30 Blizzard

A throwback video of a dog owner running out to save her dachshund in below-freezing temperatures is a true testament that we will do anything for our pets.

In the February 11 video posted to the TikTok account @zeenaaql, a home-security camera captured the moment an owner ran outside in the snow. She had noticed from the window her tiny dog was no match for the blizzard that hit in December 2023. Temperatures dropped to minus 30 degrees in Iowa.

"When I saw he went into the deep snow, I noticed he wasn't able to get himself out, so then I ran out to get him as fast as I could," the owner told Newsweek via TikTok. She darted out the door with a short-sleeved shirt on. No temperature was going to keep her from getting to her dachshund.

It looked like the other dog was on the way to inform her that Moose was stuck, but she thankfully was on top of it. The owner scooped Moose up and headed inside. The pup was fine when he was brought back inside, the owner said; she just needed to warm him up.

As of Monday, the TikTok video had over 4 million views, more than 60,600 likes, and 215 comments. People were applauding this owner's quick reaction to save her dog.

"If you have love for your animals, there are no elements that you can't conquer to save your friend in need. It's just what a good pet Mama does," wrote a viewer.

Someone pointed out: "Love how you went with no jacket too."

Another added: "That's true love didn't even put a coat on."

Although springtime is on the horizon and plenty of areas already experiencing a glimpse of warmer temperatures, there could still be a last winter push. Dog owners should keep in mind the following tips from pet-food manufacturers Purina to make sure their pups are safe in the cold weather.

For starters, you want to make sure your dog has time to properly acclimate to the cold. Dogs have likely adjusted to the frigid temperatures since winter is coming to an end, but if there is a sudden drop again, make sure you slowly increase their time in the cold.

It doesn't hurt to break out the dog booties to protect their paws or wrap them up in doggy jackets and sweaters while they go outside. Owners will also want to be on the lookout for rock salt and antifreeze as it can be harmful if dogs step in or ingest it.

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