In Palenque, Mexico, a heartwarming Christmas story unfolded as a pregnant stray dog sought refuge in a nativity scene to give birth to seven puppies. The unusual event took place in the town’s main plaza, where a picturesque Nativity scene was displayed inside a small tent.
Similar to the biblical story of Mary seeking sanctuary in a stable during the birth of Jesus, the pregnant stray dog found the nativity scene to be a safe haven. The makeshift shelter, filled with straw and festive figurines, became an unexpected birthing place for the canine family.
Local journalist Eric Guzmán stumbled upon the heartening scene and noticed the pregnant dog curled up in the straw within the nativity scene. Upon closer inspection, he discovered that the dog had given birth to seven puppies. Despite the cold December weather in Palenque, the pups were found warm and dry, thanks to their unique birthing location.
Surprised and delighted by the discovery, Eric shared the story, and it quickly gained attention from the local community. Many people from Palenque visited the nativity scene to witness the adorable family, bringing food and drink to support them. Even local officials got involved, allowing the dog and her puppies to stay in the nativity scene for as long as they needed.
Concerned about the welfare of the stray dog and her puppies, the animal lovers at Dejando Huellitas SOS Palenque stepped in to ensure their care. They have initiated efforts to find loving homes for the canine family, emphasizing the importance of adopting stray dogs over buying them.
For Eric, the birth of the puppies in the Christmas manger is not seen as a miracle, but he hopes it will leave a lasting impact on the community. He encourages citizens to be more conscious of stray dogs and advocates for adoption as a compassionate choice. “Hopefully, as citizens, we will be more conscious of stray dogs and would adopt them rather than buy them,” expressed the journalist, emphasizing the need to love and care for animals regardless of their origin.