Columbia Fire Department rescues Deer stuck on Fence

Columbia Fire Department firefighters found themselves on an unexpected wildlife call Monday morning in west Columbia, according to a Facebook post by the Fire Department.

When crews arrived on the scene, they discovered a deer that got stuck trying to leap over a fence, according to the post.

One of the firefighters took matters into his own hands and carried the helpless deer off the fence. The deer was reported to be safe and rescued and was able to make its way to freedom in the nearby woods, according to the post.

Heartbroken: Community unites to rescue Stray Dog trapped and Injured in heartfelt rescue mission

Life is hard for stray dogs who must search every day for food, water, and a safe place to sleep.

One small dog, while trying to find something to eat and somewhere to rest, got stuck in a fence and couldn’t get out.

When someone walking by noticed her, she was tired, dirty, and clearly in pain. It looked like she had been trying to escape for hours before she gave up from pure exhaustion.

Local people quickly came to help. They tried calling an animal rescue group, but no one answered.

So, without any special tools or training, they decided to save her themselves.

With gentle hands and caring hearts, they carefully freed her from the fence. Afterward, they held an umbrella over her to protect her from the hot sun.

She was weak and her stomach had been badly hurt, but she was finally safe.

Though she was injured, the little dog seemed to sense she was in good hands. She let out a soft, thankful whimper — as if she was saying “thank you” to her rescuers.

The people who helped her were deeply moved. In that quiet moment, they saw just how strong and hopeful this little dog was. And they knew she had a fighting chance — because now, she wasn’t alone anymore.