This is the jaw-dropping moment three pet dogs leapt out of a moving car one after another - before drivers stepped in to save them.

Dashcam footage shows the grey hatchback stopping at an intersection in Queensland, Australia, on February 17.

As the vehicle took a sharp turn right, the dachshunds suddenly jumped out of the open window one at a time.

After the visibly confused canines fell out, they were seen looking lost in the middle of the motorway - at risk of being struck by oncoming cars.

However, black pickup truck then abruptly stopped as the dogs ran around, gathering in one place.

Nearby drivers quickly stepped out of their vehicles and walked toward the distressed dachshunds to comfort them.

Two drivers even picked them up as they wandered around the area, unsure of what to do next for the dogs.

Driver Rerison, who was behind the car the dachshunds fell from, said: 'The dogs just suddenly jumped out of the car.

'It was heartwarming to see these men collectively step out of their vehicles and rush toward the animals.'

The dogs did not sustain any injuries and they were carried back to the driver.