Ed Berger, who lives in Massachusetts, had no idea what kind of nightmare his two dogs would experience when he chose to take them for a stroll one day.
Before Tommy, an eight-year-old Cockapoo, started chasing birds after them, Berger and his dogs were enjoying some downtime.
Tommy ran onto the ice-covered Lake Waban, the birds leading the way.
Unfortunately, the dog plunged into the frigid water as soon as he stepped on the icy lake, causing the ice to shatter.
Tommy was frightened and began to shake from the cold as he was trapped in the lake.
He trusted his master completely, thinking that he would assist him.
Chilly Rescue Mission
Berger realized he had to do everything he could to save his beloved dog’s life after witnessing him struggling in the frigid water.
Berger requested that the onlooker dial 9-1-1.
He grabbed a boat from neighboring Wellesley College and set out after Tommy, convinced that he could save his dog.
Regretfully, Berger found himself in frigid water after the boat capsized.
Time seemed to go on forever, even though Berger knew that the emergency services were on their way to him.
He felt helpless and unable to assist his dog in any way.
Nothing is more terrifying than being unable to reach your dog. “You treat them like family,” Berger said to NBC 10 Boston.
Berger And His Beloved Dog Are Safe
The Wellesley Fire Department showed up on the scene shortly after and immediately got to work.
Two firefighters, strapped to the shore in yellow rescue suits, began to slither across the ice.
After saving Berger, they went back a few minutes later to get the doggo.Tommy watched them come at him and continued to bark.
He had faith that everything will work out.
The firefighters sighed with relief as they eventually got the dog to the shore.
Tommy was driven to the clinic by the police to receive treatment for hypothermia, while Berger was sent to Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, Massachusetts.
The Massachusetts authorities encourages dog owners to keep their pets on a leash when walking close to frozen areas and cautions them against trying to rescue their pets that have fallen onto ice.
Go get aid instead of trying to save the pet. When attempting to help their pets, well-meaning pet owners might easily end up as victims themselves.Mass.gov stressed.
Following medical care, Berger and his dog made their safe journey home. They are content to be together once more and are doing well.
For saving their lives, Berger is grateful to the emergency personnel.
