Firefighters Respond to a Distress Call
When firefighters received a call about a dog stuck in a drain, they immediately sprang into action. The concerned citizen who spotted the distressed animal did the right thing by reaching out for help. It’s heartening to see how communities come together to assist animals in need.
Surprising Discovery: Fox Cubs Rescued
Upon reaching the scene, firefighters were surprised to find not puppies, but baby foxes trapped in the drain. This unexpected twist caught everyone off guard, including the rescuers themselves. It goes to show that sometimes things aren’t always what they seem at first glance.
Efforts to Reunite the Fox Cubs with Their Mother
Care and Rehabilitation for the Fox Cubs
Realizing that the fox cubs needed specialized care, firefighters took them to the Pikes Peak Humane Society for treatment. Here, veterinary professionals confirmed that the animals were indeed red foxes, not Labrador Retriever puppies as initially thought.
The cubs were then transferred to the Woodland Park Animal Clinic for further rehabilitation.
These firefighters in rescued what they thought were puppies from a storm drain… but it turns out they're red foxes!
What to do now?
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(📹: Colorado Springs Fire Department) pic.twitter.com/Mksg0A0IJH— CBSColorado (@CBSNewsColorado) March 16, 2018
The cubs were then transferred to the Woodland Park Animal Clinic for further rehabilitation.
Hope for the Future
Despite the challenges they faced, the fox cubs received the care and attention they needed to thrive. Thanks to the efforts of the firefighters and veterinary staff, the cubs were given a second chance at life. Once they were deemed healthy and strong enough, they were released back into their natural habitat, where they could grow and flourish.
