Cyclists Hear Tiny Cries and Call for Help, Firefighters Find Puppy Trapped Under Heavy Rocks
Rescuers are not sure how or why a puppy ended up trapped inside a small hole beneath a pile of rocks in the middle of the woods, but thanks to the attentiveness of passersby who heard the puppy’s cry for help, the animal was rescued.
The North Charleston Fire Department in South Carolina got a call from cyclists who reported hearing the sounds of a small dog crying in the woods.
When North Charleston Fire Department Captain Paul Bryant arrived on the scene, he could hear the dog’s whimpers, coming from a small hole underneath a pile of large rocks.
The fire department did not say how they believe the dog ended up in the perilous situation.
For a young, inexperienced puppy exploring on his own, the sights, sounds and smells of a densely wooded area can be overwhelming and exciting.
It is possible that the puppy was chasing something and followed it down inside the hole. Perhaps the dog was the one being chased and ran for cover.
It will probably always be a mystery, but thankfully, firefighters in North Charleston care about animal welfare and raced to the scene.
Working on his hands and knees, Bryant began to dig deeper inside the hole, speaking calmly to the puppy.
Bryant continued to reassure the puppy that he was there to help.
As bystanders looked on, Bryant was able to slowly and carefully pull the confused puppy out of the darkness and into the sunshine.
Bryant did not observe any immediate signs of injury and held the dog close while patting his sweet furry head.
The puppy was not wearing a collar, but according to the department, the family who called 911 took the puppy to a local veterinarian to find out if he was microchipped.
Viewers on social media praised the department for its caring, compassionate work, even commenting that perhaps the puppy would make a great fire station mascot.
The sweet little guy has a happy future ahead, all thanks to a group of people who took the time to notice him and care enough to help.
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