A San Diego animal rescue shelter received a call from Drew Smith, a 41-year-old engineer, a few months ago. However, after failing to find the dog he wanted, he reluctantly adopted Carl, a sickly 4-year-old spaniel mix. Little did he know that the dog he rescued would end up saving his life by possibly saving his home!
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When Drew returned from work, he found Carl in the backyard barking fiercely and persistently. Despite being a fairly quiet dog, Drew was awakened from his sleep one night by the persistent and painful howling of Carl, who was usually very “silent“partner.
At first he ignored the barking because it sounded odd, but then he remembered that Carl had been acting strange all day. He quickly turned on the lights in alarm mode and found smoke billowing from the walls.
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Drew managed to grab Carl and run out of his apartment just before the fire erupted from all sides, alerted by the bark. Drew made another great discovery! A fire had been smoldering “in the walls” for days, it appeared.
All week, Carl had headaches and sore throats, but he never associated them with inhaling compressed cigarette smoke.
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Drew revealed that he was reluctant to adopt Carl because he was concerned about the medical costs associated with his dental issues. But after witnessing Carl’s heroic actions, Drew now believes that there is nothing more valuable than a dog’s loyalty and devotion. He knows he is in good hands because he has a wonderful relationship with his rescued companion!
Be sure to watch this video until the end! It’s truly heartwarming and engaging!
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