Lucky Pup Plunges 25 Metres Off Cumbria Cliff – Miraculous Rescue!
A young dog took a terrifying tumble off a 25-metre cliff at Kells, Whitehaven, Cumbria – but thanks to quick action by the Whitehaven and Maryport Coastguard Rescue Teams, it lived to wag another day.
Cliff Drama: Dog Slips Lead and Falls Into Dense Bush
The pooch reportedly slipped its lead while playing in a nearby field before hurtling over the cliff edge. Rescue teams swiftly set up a safety zone and deployed a Rope Rescue Technician to descend the sheer drop and track down the stranded dog hiding in thick, bushy undergrowth.
RNLI Lifeboat Guides Rescuers to Dog’s Location
St Bees RNLI Lifeboat lent a crucial hand in pinpointing the dog’s exact location. Amazingly, the canine was in high spirits and unscathed, only needing some gentle coaxing into a rescue bag for safe extraction.
Expert Advice: Keep Dogs on Leads Near Cliffs
The owners did exactly the right thing by calling 999 and asking for the Coastguard,” said a rescue spokesperson.
They warned dog owners to keep pets on leads near cliff edges. Dogs can easily pick up scents or sights below and chase after them, risking dangerous falls or being swept out to sea.
If your dog does go over a cliff or into the water, don’t try to rescue it yourself. “Nine times out of ten your dog will manage to get back safely,” added the spokesperson, “but unfortunately some owners put themselves in harm’s way trying to save their pets.”
Coastguards are trained for all sorts of rescues, including dogs. Never attempt cliff climbs without proper training and equipment. And avoid using cliffs as shortcuts – it’s simply too risky.
