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MI Trooper Rescues Stuck Dog From Gas Line Hole: Police
Officials said the dog fell into the hole while on a walk with her owner.
BERRIEN COUNTY, MI — Officials rescued an 11-year-old dog from a gas line hole in southwest Michigan earlier this month, according to Michigan State Police.
Officials said Sophie was enjoying an evening walk with her owner on Orchard Drive in Watervliet Township on Oct. 10 at 10 p.m. when she fell into the hole, which is estimated to be five or six feet deep.
Trooper Justin Van Guil and Sophie's owner were able to safely pull the pup from the hole, according to police.
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"You're a good puppy! Good puppy," Van Guil said as Sophie remained calm during the rescue.
Sophie and her owner were then able to finish their walk without any further problems, according to police.
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Our number goal is to protect and serve the entire community, be it our beloved residents or their precious furry family members. 11-year-old Sophie and her owner couldn't have been more relieved when Niles Post Tpr. Justin Van Nuil responded to a dog trapped in a large hole last… pic.twitter.com/Ko34pZAhKL
— MSP Fifth District (@MspSouthwestMI) October 18, 2024
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