The US Coast Guard stationed at the Fort Myers Beach in Florida were getting ready for night patrol when they received an emergency rescue call about a missing senior dog.
Apparently, a 13-year-old dog had escaped her owners to go swimming, and had been missing ever since.
Source: U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach/Facebook
The Coast Guard members jumped on their boat and began looking for the dog. The dog was nowhere near the shore, which caused the crew to worry about her safety.
Soon, the daylight appeared to be fading away. With diminished hopes, the crew went deeper into the ocean looking for the dog.
After travelling over 200 yards offshore in a different direction, one of the crew members spotted the dog’s lifeless body floating away.
They followed her and found that she was still alive, but extremely disoriented and exhausted. With their expertise in water rescues, the crew worked together to pull the dog back to safety.
What a rescue!
Source: U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach/Facebook
The dog was provided emergency aid after the rescue. When she regained her senses, she thanked her rescuers with loads of hugs and kisses!
She is back at home now, prancing about blissfully and completely unaware of the worries she had caused.
Her family has decided to be extra-vigilant to prevent any more swimming misadventures for their adorable pooch!
Click the video below to watch the gallant Coast Guard crew rescuing the distressed lost dog!
