We frequently overlook the daily contributions of courageous individuals like firefighters who serve our community.
While it’s common knowledge that their roles are perilous and challenging, recognition is often lacking.
However, when these firefighters perform acts of kindness, like rescuing a small, distressed dog, the news travels fast and highlights the significance of their efforts.
One such story recently showcased a fire department whose team saved the life of a tiny, vulnerable puppy.
The Firefighters Exhibited Compassion
On Saturday, November 25, 2023, Brunswick Firefighters responded to a call about a puppy who had its head trapped inside a can.
The puppy was a 25-day-old Labrador named Dasher, from Heaventree Creek Labradors, a breeding group located in Brunswick, Ohio.
In a post they shared, the breeders explained that after finding Dasher with the can over his head, they made a breathing hole before visiting the fire station for assistance.
Upon arrival, the firefighters sprang into action, with FF Nick DiSalvo taking the lead in the rescue.
“FF DiSalvo managed to successfully free him using a pair of our trauma shears,” stated the Brunswick Hills Firefighters in their post on the official Facebook Profile.
The rescue was successful, and “the patient” appeared even cuter than before.
Gratitude from Breeders and Readers
Brunswick Hills Fire and Rescue proudly shared this achievement on their Facebook page, stating, “Sometimes our patients are someone’s fur baby.”
Readers expressed their excitement over the firefighters’ brave conduct and kindness by leaving several positive comments on the post.
One reader remarked: “The good stuff! Awesome guys.”
“Oh how sweet. He looks too young to even do that. BHFD, wonderful job!” another commented.
A third person added humorously: “Typical Lab going right for the food!”
The Heaventree Creek Labradors also expressed their gratitude towards the firefighters for their unwavering support.
“We can’t thank you enough,” they wrote under the fire station’s post. “So glad you had that tool. Nothing we had could have gotten him out safely! It was an empty can of Esbilac (puppy milk) that we think the mother dog snuck into them.”
They mentioned that this experience had left a small mark on the puppy, but it was nothing serious or permanent.
“He’s a little wary now of holes and cans,” they noted, adding, “Pretty sure he learned an important lesson.”
