As a Phoenix resident walked down the street, they noticed a troubling sight. Despite trying to pull himself free from the cement block hole, the American Pit Bull Terrier mix couldn’t get out. Good Samaritans call for help, and the Arizona Humane Society responds.

Rescuers took on the challenge of freeing the dog from the cinderblock. They remained determined to keep him safe and healthy as they sought to locate his origin.

It was two years old when Buddy saw another dog and got his head stuck in the cement wall. As soon as Buddy squeezed through, he had no way of escaping. The other dog didn’t seem concerned about Buddy’s situation, and he kept biting the helpless pup.

Buddy’s plight was brought to the attention of the Arizona Humane Society shortly after a bystander spotted him. Rescuers from the organization arrived at the scene and assessed the situation shortly thereafter.

“This sweet pup found himself in a potentially life-threatening situation and desperately needed help after getting his head stuck in a cinderblock wall,” the Arizona Humane Society said.

As the rescuers chipped away at the cement around Buddy’s neck, they created a large enough opening for him to squeeze out. They completed the job in about 20 minutes.

Buddy sprang to life when he was freed from the wall. His tail wagged like crazy as he ran around the rescuers. He was taken to the humane society’s trauma hospital for treatment. In other words, he appeared in good shape other than some minor swelling and injury around his head and neck.

“The dog is one of the friendliest dogs that I’ve ever seen. You would not have imagined he just went through this whole ordeal,” said Francisco Cabella from the humane society.

Buddy was initially thought to be a stray, but rescuers realized he was lost when he was told he was lost by his human. Buddy had a beautiful reunion with his mom shortly afterwards, and both of them were overjoyed. Buddy was microchipped by the humane society to ensure his safety.

In cases like this, Arizona Humane Society urges people not to approach the trapped dog because they could act out in a frightening situation. Professionals should handle the situation in a safe manner.