In an NBC10 update to a story MONTCO Today ran in December, “Lucky” — a pit-bull mix rescued from a set of SEPTA tracks near Elkins Park in November 2022 — has recovered well. All he needs now, according to an NBC10 story update from Karen Hua and David Chang, is a new, permanent home.

Lucky’s saviors were representatives of Philly Rescue Angels Inc., a nonprofit devoted to helping abandoned, abused, and neglected animals.

The organization’s volunteers found Lucky near the Lawndale train station.

“When we got there, he wasn’t able to move. His back leg was immobile,” said Sidara Son. Adjacent to the pup was a leash and unclipped collar. Those signs, to Son, indicated that “… someone actually brought him here and dumped him.”

Some of the hesitation regarding welcoming Lucky into an area home may be related to his breed.

The American Pit Bull Terrier, according to the American Kennel Club, has characteristics that include “… strength, confidence, zest for life, and an eagerness to please.”

The breed standard notes that they make “excellent family companions and have always been noted for their love of children.”

The organization’s experts do, however, recommend diligent socialization and obedience training for these dogs, owing to their “powerful physique.”

More on Lucky the available pit-bull mix is at NBC10.

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The original NBC10 report on finding and rescuing Lucky; be advised that some viewers may find this video upsetting.