Colorado Dog Reunited with Family After 3-Alarm Fire Thanks to Good Samaritans
On Sunday in Colorado Springs a horrible house fire broke out which caused a dog to run away from her home. The fire ripped through several duplexes and no injuries were reported.
Nola ran nearly four and a half miles to escape the house fire and she collapsed on the side of the road in exhaustion until some wonderful people came to her rescue. .
The Humane Society Of The Pikes Peak region posts on Facebook, in part, "While heading to a call, Animal Law Enforcement (ALE) Officer Ridley observed a seemingly lost dog lying down on the side of the road. Two kind people were already on the scene trying to catch the dog, so Officer Ridley pulled over to see if he could help. The dog seemed exhausted. She was heavily panting and did not want to move. With the help of the two good Samaritans, Officer Ridley was able to leash the tired pup and load her into the ALE truck.
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The sweet dog, Nola, was thankfully microchipped so she was able to be returned to her family. Those people who stopped for her and Officer Ridley are such heroes for helping her.
Fire Safety Tips For Pets
No one ever wants to think about something horrible like a house fire happening to their family, but the reality is every 24 seconds, a fire department responds to a fire somewhere in the United States. That's about 358,300 home-based fires every year.
One of the most important things you can do to keep your pets safe if an accident like this should occur is to have them microchipped. If a disaster happens and your pets escape if they are microchipped they have a much better chance of being returned to your family. Also it helps to make sure your pets wear collars with up-to-date identification tags, including your contact information.
Just like with your human family, regularly practice fire drills with your pets so they become familiar with what will happen if a fire should occur. Use treats and positive reinforcement to make it a positive experience.
Keep a small carrier if you have a cat and a separate leash for your dog along with a go-bag filled with pets supplies, vet records, and any medications your pet takes in a secure area. This bag is only to be used in case of emergencies.
Display pet alert stickers on windows or doors to alert firefighters to the presence of pets inside your home. These stickers should indicate the number and type of pets in your household. You can find these either on Amazon or through the ASPCA where you can order a pack for free.
Hopefully you never experience a fire, but it's better to have your pets prepared just in case.
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