For nearly a year, a small rescue dog named Scrim managed to stay one step ahead of everyone trying to catch him.

He became known around New Orleans as an extraordinary escape artist.

Scrim had originally been rescued from a shelter, but after leaving two homes, he disappeared into the city.

What followed sounded almost impossible.

He survived extreme heat, a snowstorm, a hurricane and even being shot.

Yet somehow, he kept going.

Residents began recognizing him. People posted sightings online. Rescue workers continued searching.

Every time they got close, Scrim seemed to disappear again.

His ability to survive eventually turned him into something of a local celebrity.

People began following his story not simply because they wanted him caught, but because they had become fascinated by the little dog’s determination to survive on his own.

Eventually, Scrim’s story became an international news story.

His nickname reflected exactly what people had come to think of him: a dog who could seemingly escape anything.

Behind the unusual story, however, was a serious concern.

A dog living on the streets for months faces enormous risks — traffic, weather, injuries, hunger and exposure to disease.

Scrim’s story became a reminder of just how resilient animals can be, but also how dangerous life outside a safe home can become.

He wasn’t supposed to survive everything he went through. Somehow, he did. 🐾