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A 10-year-old dog named Rocky survived six weeks in Colorado's frozen wilderness after slipping away from a pet sitter. Despite losing half his body weight in subzero conditions, Rocky's rescue proves the power of community and perseverance.
A Middletown firefighter pulled a stray dog from icy pond waters and fell in love. Now Jacob Smith hopes to adopt the pup he named Sausage if no owner comes forward.
A two-year-old dachshund who bolted onto the M4 motorway during her family's house move was rescued 36 hours later, thanks to volunteer drone pilots who worked through the night. The heartwarming reunion shows how strangers can unite to save a life.
A quick-thinking driver pulled over on a busy Florida highway to rescue a frightened dog running loose after its owner was involved in a crash. The pup is safe, and thanks to one person's courage, a scary situation ended with a wagging tail.
A stranded boater and his loyal dog were airlifted to safety after their sailboat crashed on rocks near South Carolina's Winyah Bay. Thanks to quick thinking and a working radio, both survived without serious injuries.
A two-year-old dog named Winnie survived a 50-foot plunge into an abandoned well in Lynchburg, Virginia, thanks to a three-hour technical rescue operation. The pup walked away with only minor injuries after firefighters used a pulley system to bring her safely to the surface.
Hugh Pinneo heard his mother scream that a dog was drowning in their icy neighborhood pond. Without hesitation, the high schooler grabbed a kayak and paddled through frigid water to pull the terrified animal to safety. #
When flames tore through a San Pedro home early Friday morning, 47 firefighters battled a two-story blaze and brought out a four-legged survivor. The team extinguished the fire in just 32 minutes, rescuing a dog and preventing serious damage to a neighboring home.
A curious black lab named Gus got into a barking match with a sea lion and slipped 20 feet down a West Vancouver cliff. West Vancouver firefighters rappelled down with a special harness and brought him safely home.
A German Shepherd-Husky mix named Blue survived three terrifying days trapped 30 feet down a well in Butler County, Ohio, before a firefighter rappelled down to bring her home. The dramatic Sunday morning rescue brought together multiple fire departments and ended with Blue walking into her owner's arms.
A missing dog named Blue spent days trapped at the bottom of a well before rescuers brought him home safe. The Liberty Township fire team pulled off a daring rescue that reunited Blue with his grateful family.
A dog who slipped into a freezing ravine in Chesterfield got a second chance thanks to quick-thinking firefighters. The cold pup made it home safe to his grateful family.
When Aria the Husky got trapped in a culvert pipe during a massive Hudson Valley snowstorm, firefighters and highway workers braved dangerous conditions for hours to bring her home safely. The rescue brought a community together during one of the region's worst winter storms.
When a dog fell through ice in St. Louis during single-digit temperatures, firefighters didn't hesitate to jump into action. Thanks to their quick response and specialized marine rescue team, the pup is now safe and expected to make a full recovery.
When a dog fell through thin ice, firefighters didn't hesitate to jump into action, pulling the frightened pup to safety. Their compassionate response shows how first responders protect all members of our community.
A compassionate passerby stopped to help an injured dog abandoned on a freezing roadside after being struck by a car. The Good Samaritan stayed with the pup until police arrived, giving the story a happy ending.
When icy roads sent a truck sliding off the highway in Montgomery County, Missouri, firefighters made sure both driver and dog got out safely. Despite the scary rollover, neither sustained injuries in Saturday's winter weather rescue.
When flames erupted at a Hollywood Hills home, 33 firefighters raced against time and found a furry friend waiting to be saved. Everyone, including one very lucky pup, walked away safe.
A 15-year-old dog named Buttercup was found wandering Miami streets and returned to her owner a decade after disappearing. The heartwarming reunion was made possible by a microchip that helped animal services track down her family.
When flames engulfed an Arlington home on Sunday morning, firefighters rushed in to save more than just the building. A beloved family dog made it out safely thanks to their quick response.
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