Heroic Rescue: Injured Dog Saved from Flooded Drain by Kind-Hearted Staff in Malaysia
In a touching act of compassion, two men braved heavy rain to rescue an injured dog trapped in a flooded drain at the Lahad Datu Sports Complex in Sabah, Malaysia.
The rescue, captured in a video posted by @ldsportcomplex on TikTok, has since gone viral, garnering over 530,000 views and an outpouring of praise from netizens across the country.
Dog Trapped & Injured as Waters Rose
The video shows a brown dog, helpless and visibly in pain, sitting motionless as floodwaters rapidly rise around it. With injured hind legs, the dog was unable to escape or even stand, trapped in a dire situation with no way out.
In a particularly emotional moment shared by the sports complex, a photo shows the dog gazing up at one of the men as if pleading for help — a silent cry that did not go unheard.
A Daring Rescue Amid the Storm
Despite the weather, two compassionate staff members stepped up. Using a shovel and rope, they carefully lifted the injured animal out of the drain. Though clearly frightened, the dog allowed the men to carry it to safety — a moment of quiet trust between human and animal.
SPCA Steps In to Assist
Shortly after the video circulated online, a concerned viewer contacted the local SPCA in Lahad Datu. Responders arrived quickly, wrapping the soaked and shivering dog in a towel before transferring it for medical care.
Netizens Applaud the Heroes
TikTok users flooded the comments section to thank the rescuers for their bravery and kindness.
“Thank you for not turning away,” one user wrote.
“This dog will remember your kindness for the rest of its life,” said another.
Many others sent well wishes for the dog’s recovery, calling the rescue a “beautiful reminder of humanity.”
This moving rescue highlights how even small acts of compassion can make a world of difference — especially for those who can’t ask for help themselves.