Dog Rescued After Falling Nearly 60 Feet Off Cliff on Michigan's Upper Peninsula
A three-year-old dog named Dancer gave her owners the fright of their lives after she escaped her leash and went off a cliff near Miners Castle Rock in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The poor dog fell nearly 60 feet.
Her owners searched the area for hours and were convinced their precious pup had not survived the fall.
According to WDBJ7, later that night, park rangers received notification of the lost dog. Then the National Park Service said park rangers enlisted the help of Superior High Angle Rescue Professionals, a rope rescue team, to recover the dog from the treacherous section of Lake Superior shoreline.
The rescue team went to the area the following morning and were able to locate a cold, but alive Dancer. She spent the night trying to keep warm, but she was excited to see rescuers.
Keep Your Pup Safe While Hiking
At National Parks, there are general pet rules, but each park may have its own additional rules as well. Make sure that the park you are visiting allows dogs.
Even though the owners of Dancer had her leashed we all know accidents can and do happen, so before taking your dog hiking in any steep areas make sure their leash and collar fit properly and maybe even outfit them with a dog harness before you begin your hike. It's also important that your dog knows basic obedience recalls, like how to come and stay. That way if your dog does escape their leash or harness you can get them back.
Make sure your own cell phone is charged and you not only pack a snack and water for yourself, but for your pup too.
Follow the National Parks B.A.R.K rule, which stands for (B) bag your pets waste, (A) always leash your pet, (R) respect wildlife and (K) know where you can go.
Make sure your dog also knows to "leave it" in case they come across anything that could harm them, like trash on the trail or poison ivy.
Make sure you check your pup for ticks and burrs when you return home.
Hiking is a great exercise for your pup and a great way for you to bond with your fur baby, and if you follow a few simple safety rules a good time can be had by both you and your canine companion.
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