In a moving display of motherly love and survival instinct, a weary mother dog named Abilene brings her puppies to the porch of a residence, seemingly pleading for help for her little ones.

This heartrending scenario is a stark reminder of the lengths to which a mother will go to protect her offspring, whether she walks on two legs or four, has hands or paws.

Sacrificing her own well-being to ensure her children get a chance at life, is something a mother resorts to when she’s left with no other options.

Abilene, drained of energy, courageously led her puppies to a nearby apartment building, hoping the residents would come to the aid of her babies. It was not injury or illness that had brought Abilene to this point, but sheer exhaustion and starvation.

What Abilene needed was good food, rest, and a sense of security. A newlywed couple has stepped forward to adopt Abilene from the shelter, and loving homes are being found for her puppies.