In Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, emergency responders from the Ministry of Emergencies assisted a dog that chased a fox and became wedged between the bars of a fence. The department’s press service described the incident on its official Telegram channel, noting that the dog miscalculated its maneuver and found itself stuck after slipping through a narrow opening.
According to witnesses, the hunting dog spotted the fox and gave chase, which led it straight into the fence. The animal’s front paws and head squeezed through the bars while its hind legs remained trapped on the outside. Realizing the dog could not free itself, neighbors contacted the health teams for help, concerned about the animal’s safety and well-being.
Responding quickly, Ministry of Emergencies teams arrived at the scene, bringing calm and concrete help. They offered the dog food and water to steady its nerves and restore some strength during the rescue. Building trust with the frightened animal was essential, and once the dog appeared more receptive, the rescuers used specialized tools to carefully extract it from the fence, ensuring no further harm to the dog or the bars.
Throughout the operation, the fox remained nearby, watching the proceedings with quiet curiosity. The moment the dog was freed, it sprang back to its hunter’s trail, quickly resuming the pursuit with renewed energy. The scene underscored both the courage of the responders and the instinctive drive of the animal involved in the pursuit of its quarry.
There is a historical note in related public safety reports: a separate incident in Moscow involved rescuers pulling a squirrel from a water body using a branch, a demonstration of the ongoing commitment to animal welfare in difficult rescue situations. These examples collectively highlight the importance of trained responders, quick action, and humane treatment of animals in urban environments.