A couple was walking along a canal in Price, Utah, when they heard strange noises coming from the water.
As he approached, he saw something furry moving at the edge of the canal. They were shocked when they realized what they were seeing.
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Dog in canal and man trying to help
A helpless little dog fell into a canal and tried to get out. Aran was surrounded by fences and barbed wire, so the couple were unable to approach the dog alone. But they couldn’t leave him alone. They immediately called the local police and told them they needed someone’s help.
He was on his way when Captain Brandon Ratcliffe got a call and heard what was happening. A man tries to approach a dog in a canal.
When the captain got there, the dog Chika was barking and panting and trying to hold on to the leash as best he could.
“The sounds she was making [were] like she was having trouble breathing or had water in her lungs. Nonetheless, I climbed the fence and jumped over the barbed wire while Officer Tapia was able to unlock the gate further down the canal on the other side. Just in case she slipped away, Officer Tapia would have been in position to grab her”, said Captain Brandon.
Luckily, Captain Brandon was able to grab Chica right away and carry her to safety.
She was so relieved about being rescued that she simply didn’t want to be put down on the ground. Chica wanted to be held by her rescuer.
New Friends
At first, Captain Brandon was going to take Chica to the rescue where she would be taken care of; however, he had a change of heart.
He decided that he would take her to his home and get her a bit cleaned up.
After some grooming, he took Chica to the Price City Police Department where he introduced her to the officers and the staff. Being so adorable, Chica became friends with everybody in no time. She was so happy and grateful to be saved by such incredible people.
After having a fun time at the station, Chica was taken to the vet where they discovered that she had been microchipped.
When her mom was located, she stated how she was looking for her the entire morning, worrying about Chica’s safety. She was extremely grateful to Captain Brandon for saving her little girl.
The owner offered to pay the individuals who spotted Chica, but I told her all everyone wanted was to make sure Chica was OK.
Final Word
I am also extremely grateful to Captain Brandon for being ready to jump in and help no matter who needed it.
And, Chica, your willingness to come home reminded me that persistence is key. Good girl, Chica!
