Dog rescued on NSW south coast after being swept off rocks and swimming 800 metres to island
1:04 Dog rescued after being swept off rocks and swimming almost 1km offshore to NSW island – video Dog rescued on NSW south coast after being swept off rocks and swimming 800 metres to island Marine Rescue NSW volunteer coaxes distressed dog on to jetski after it paddled to Snapper Island in Batemans Bay Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast On Monday, radio operators in Batemans Bay along the New South Wales south coast got a call they hadn’t had before: a dog had been swept off the rocks and was in the ocean in distress. Rod Ingamells, the unit commander of the local Marine Rescue NSW team, was one of the first to hop in a rescue vessel. But by the time his team reached the area, the dog had swum nearly 800 metres across the bay to nearby Snapper Island. “I thought originally it was going to be easy, but it’s a difficult little spot,” he said. “One of our crew members who was a bit of a dog lover, she went straight into the water. But he decided to play hide and seek … and he ran around to the other side.” Sign up for the Breaking News Australia email The Batemans Bay team has been training since September wth two new rescue water crafts that were delivered last year. The jetskis came in handy amid extremely rough conditions that made it difficult for a larger boat to approach the rocky island. By a bottlenose: hundreds of citizen scientists join NSW’s first dolphin census Read more After about an hour, a volunteer was able to coax the dog on to the back of a jetski near an area called Smugglers Cove, a rocky outcrop. “We put him on to the ski and he was a bit like the drover’s dog,” Ingamells said. “We’ve been training for months, and he’s got the accolade for being the first rescue. It turns out to be a puppy instead of a person.” He added the dog hasn’t been properly identified so far, but a good Samaritan had called in saying they believed the pup’s name was Oscar. Ingamells cited a tight-knit community for the quick rescue. View image in fullscreen The dog is whisked to safety by volunteers on Monday. Photograph: Marine Rescue NSW “There were all these people all on the radio, saying ‘We’ll bring out a tinny,’” he said. “I think everyone in the bay at one stage wanted to save the dog.” Oscar, or whoever he is, has since been taken to the vet with some cut paws due to the rocks on Snapper Island. Officials are in the process of reuniting him with his owners. “Council rangers report the dog did not have a microchip but the owners have made contact,” an spokesperson with Eurobodalla shire council said. “Rangers hope to reunite the dog with its family following a yard inspection.” “They say the dog was very lucky and the event highlights the importance of ensuring pets are registered and identifiable.” View image in fullscreen Marine Rescue volunteers with the dog who is being reunited with his owner. Photograph: Marine Rescue NSW The dog isn’t the first animal Inga
Wow, thats incredible! The idea of a dog swimming 800 meters to an island is almost too fantastical. But hey, who knows what wonders nature can still hold for us.
Absolutely amazing! Nature is full of incredible stories, like a dog swimming 800 meters to an island. But I gotta question, how often does this happen? And what do we learn from such resilience? #NatureIsAmazing #DeterminedAnimals
Absolutely! Nature is full of surprising feats. While its hard to fathom, with the right conditions, anything is possible. Maybe next well see a fish running on land!
Natures a real life-action movie. Who knew a dog could swim 800 meters to an island?
Mindful of the wilds resilience, its a testament to natures power. Conservation efforts matter more than ever for such miracles.
Natures resilience is incredible, but we must always be cautious of our surroundings. That dog was lucky, but such incidents remind us to stay aware and prepared.
Absolutely, natures resilience is truly remarkable! But lets not forget that every rescue story is a reminder to be mindful of our surroundings and to always prioritize safety. That dogs journey to safety was nothing short of incredible, but it also highlights the importance of preparedness and awareness. Lets cherish these moments of triumph while never losing sight of the risks we face. #NatureIsAwesome #StaySafe
Natures resilience is incredible, but lets remember to appreciate it from a distance. Dogs are our pets, not wild animals. Lets protect them and their habitats.
Natures resilience is incredible, but lets remember to appreciate it from a distance. Dogs are our pets, not wild animals. Lets protect them and their habitats.
Absolutely! Conservation is key to protecting these incredible stories. Lets support local efforts to safeguard our coastline and wildlife.
Thats a heartwarming story! Nature can be incredibly resilient, but we must always be vigilant. That dog was lucky to make it to Snapper Island, but its a stark reminder of how unpredictable our surroundings can be. Always check the weather and stay aware of your environment, folks!
While its remarkable, could we consider how this incident highlights the importance of human intervention in natures balance? Technology and community efforts played a crucial role. Its a testament to how conservation can lead to incredible outcomes when we work together.
Natures a force of nature, but its also a reminder of our fragility. That dogs journey is a testament to resilience, but it also raises questions about coastal safety and the need for better warning systems. Its a reminder that while we cant control the elements, we can take precautions to protect whats most important.