A chihuahua is being hailed as a hero after helping rescue its owner from an 8-metre-deep crevasse in the Swiss Alps. The incident occurred when the hiker fell through a snow bridge on the Fee glacier. His dog drew attention to the location of the hiker, aiding rescuers from Air Zermatt. While the man used a walkie-talkie to call for help, the dog's movements helped pinpoint his location. Rescuers abseiled down the crevasse and lifted the man to safety. Both were then flown to a local hospital for treatment.
A small pet dog helped rescue its owner after he fell into an 8-metre-deep crevasse in the Swiss Alps, alerting rescuers to his location.
Air Zermatt credited the chihuahua for drawing attention to the hiker's location, which was difficult to pinpoint due to the glacier's vastness.
The man, carrying an amateur walkie-talkie, called for help, but it was the movement of his dog that ultimately led rescuers to him.
The rescue mission was extraordinary, showcasing the loyalty of the dog as it barked from the rock while rescuers abseiled down to get the hiker.
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