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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Holly Bishop

Video show puppy rescued from abandoned home’s chimney after neighbour spotted malnourished dog

  • A malnourished puppy was rescued from the top of a chimney in an abandoned property after a neighbour spotted it peering from the roof.
  • The animal welfare charity Michigan Humane partnered with the Detroit Fire Department to carry out the rescue operation.
  • Fire crews utilised their engine's ladder to reach the puppy, which had become trapped in the chimney.
  • The puppy, named Slack by the fire department, was safely brought to the ground.
  • Slack was subsequently taken to a shelter, where it is receiving medical care and remains following the rescue.

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