It's a story that has a happy ending, thanks to the vigilance of a passerby and the dedication of the firefighters. As explained in an article published on Sweet FMa walker Mans reported a German Shepherd in difficulty in the waters of the Sarthe not far from the footbridgeHell.
The rescue team was deployed to the scene around 12:30 p.m., Thursday July 30, below the quay Ledru-Rollin. The dog was unable to get out of the river on its own.
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“It wasn’t complicated”
As our colleagues indicate, the rescue operation lasted around thirty minutes. The rescuers managed to reach the animal in distress and bring it into a metal cage where kibble was waiting for it.
“ The dog let it happen, it wasn't complicated, especially since he had a collar that we could attach to. », confides one of the officers mobilized on site. Uninjured and apparently in good health », the German Shepherd was recovered by the municipal police following the intervention, who were able to return him to his owner. The latter had reported his disappearance the same morning.
All's well that ends well!
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Woopets' advice: what to do if you lose a pet?
The first hours following the disappearance of your faithful companion are often decisive, which is why it is important to act quickly and follow the right steps.
If your animal is identified by electronic chip or tattoo, start by declaring its loss to theI-CAD. This process allows you to inform veterinarians, pounds, shelters and associations likely to find your 4-legged friend. To make this declaration, you will need their identification number, written on their card or available from your veterinarian. Once your furball is found, also remember to report its return in order to update its file.
At the same time, contact veterinary offices, shelters and pounds in your area. Regularly consult the announcements of found animals and post a search notice with a recent photo, a precise description and your contact details. Social networks and local businesses can help broaden searches.
For a cat used to going out, leave its litter box outside your home. Its smell can help him find his way. Likewise, we advise you to organize searches in an area close to your home, then gradually extend it if necessary.
Finally, check that the information recorded on your animal's identification form is still up to date. With exact contact details, you will be able to be more easily contacted by a veterinarian, an association or a pound that has found your faithful companion.