Sometimes, you just have a ‘ruff’ day. So when one homeowner heard sounds from the inside of the walls, the police were promptly called. But when the officers arrived at the South Carolina home, there was a bit of shock. Then a lot of laughter. The noise, they found turned out to be ‘good boy’ Spike, the owner’s dog.
According to the Sumter Police Department’s Facebook post, Spike must have been on a mission to sniff out mischief when he ended up stuck in his owner’s dryer vent. The canine escapade caught the attention of both the Sumter Police and Fire Departments, who teamed up for a rescue operation.
Describing the incident with a dash of humor, the police department shared, “Spike was sniffing out mischief when he got stuck in the dryer vent of a Warren Court home earlier today.” Pictures posted by the police department depict Spike’s adorable face peeking out from the vent, as if to say, “Well, this wasn’t part of the plan.”
Undeterred, the rescue teams sprang into action, working together to widen the dryer vent and free the mischievous pup. The canine caper was resolved quickly, according to Spike’s owner’s grandmother, Drusilla Harvin, who expressed gratitude on Facebook.
I am thankful for the time and the care from both the police and fire department for rescuing Spike. It took a little over an hour. I’m glad I was home while Kam was at school. Job well done.”
Accompanying the heartwarming rescue tale are photos capturing Spike’s patient wait, the collaborative efforts of the rescue teams, and the triumphant moment when Spike emerged from his confined quarters. Police said that the “happy hound was freed from his unfortunate circumstance” and is doing fine despite the tight quarters.
Spike was finally rescued from the walls of his home. Photo from Facebook
Spike’s misadventure serves as a reminder that sometimes our furry friends can find themselves in unexpected predicaments, but with a little teamwork and a lot of love, they can wag their tails freely once again. Despite the confined space, Spike had remained in good spirits throughout the ordeal, if not just a tiny bit sheepish.
The police department noted on their post: “Happy hound was freed from his unfortunate circumstance and is doing fine —probably looking to see what else he can get into for the day.” Please watch below for a look at this mischievous pup and his wacky adventure getting stuck in a dryer vent.
