We never get tired of seeing rescue stories that showcase both the heartbreaking reality of abandoned dogs and the incredible power of human compassion to change lives.

On the dangerous streets of Sarajevo, a gentle giant named Serena wandered alone, her eyes filled with a sadness that spoke of recent motherhood and cruel abandonment.

This is the story of how one person’s determination transformed a homeless mother dog’s life from desperate survival to a forever home filled with love.

A Mother’s Heartbreak

When rescuers first spotted Serena, she was lingering near the Novi Grad City Hall, a location known to local dog lovers as particularly dangerous for strays.

At 40-50 kg, this magnificent dog had clearly once been someone’s pet, and the physical signs of recent motherhood were evident in her appearance.

Most heartbreaking was the way she searched the city streets, as if looking for the puppies that had been cruelly taken from her.

A Promise of Safety

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One compassionate soul refused to let Serena’s story end on those dangerous streets, making a solemn promise to find her a chain-free life filled with love.

Through the dedication of rescue workers and supporters, Serena received the care, food, and temporary accommodation she desperately needed.

A New Life Begins

Five months of patience and hard work paid off when a wonderful family in England opened their hearts and home to Serena.

Today, this gentle giant lives the life she always deserved, surrounded by love and free from the chains of her past.

Serena’s journey from abandoned mother to cherished family member proves that with compassion and determination, even the saddest stories can have joyful endings.