Luton, UK - A TikTok of a railroad employee has gone viral after he became an everyday hero and saved a dog in distress.

When Paul Hawthorn started his shift, he had no idea that he would embark on a life-saving animal rescue mission. Yet thanks to him, one cuddly four-legged-friend is alive today.

The Englishman is being celebrated by TikTok users for his big heart and courage after an eyewitness posted a video of him rescuing a runaway dog from an incoming train.

As a dog began traversing the tracks, a passerby called the train guard for help at the Leagrave Station in Luton, England.

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According to the Mirror, Hawthorn realized how dicey the situation was and, after urging drivers of oncoming trains to slow down and stop if necessary, rushed down to the tracks.

"My worst fear was realized as it jumped down on the tracks. I was thinking, 'What should I do?' and then my training kicked in," he told the outlet.

With a croissant and a lot of coaxing, he finally managed to save the puppy from a horrible fate at the last minute.

The brave moment went viral on TikTok and has been clicked a whopping 10.9 million times – with thousands around the world praising Hawthorn's effort.

After the successful rescue, the 56-year-old took the puppy to the station staff's office and posted a picture on social media to track down its owners.

Within two hours, the animal's concerned family arrived at the station.

"The lady was crying, she was so grateful. Apparently a garage door had been left open and the dog had escaped," Hawthorn explained.

One thing's for sure: his quick thinking saved a pup, and has garnered him praise from millions.