Drone-assisted rescue saves Sheepadoodle stuck on Lake Parsippany’s icy surface
An Indian-origin resident of Parsippany, New Jersey, played a crucial role in rescuing a 20-month-old Sheepadoodle named Brooklyn, who was stranded for nearly 24 hours on the frozen surface of Lake Parsippany on Christmas Eve , reported indiatoday.in.
A tense 24-hour standoff on thin ice ends with a dramatic rescue
Brooklyn escaped from her dogsitter and ventured onto the thin ice of Lake Parsippany, evading multiple rescue attempts. Rescuers tried various methods to lure her back, including offering chicken, but the frightened dog remained unapproachable.
Krishna Patel, a local resident, utilized his drone to track Brooklyn’s movements and attached a piece of chicken to coax her closer to shore.
While these efforts brought her within 20 to 30 feet of safety, Brooklyn retreated again upon seeing rescuers. As night fell, Patel’s drone proved essential for monitoring her location, enabling a police officer to venture cautiously onto the ice using weights to test its thickness.
The officer scared Brooklyn off the ice, prompting her to bolt to shore and eventually take refuge on a porch, where she was secured.
Patel expressed relief upon learning Brooklyn was safe and back home. “I’d be heartbroken if something happened to her. I feel even happier knowing the dog is back home,” he said.
Brooklyn’s rescue highlights the unbreakable bond between humans and their pets
The heartwarming story showcases the extraordinary lengths people will go to protect their furry companions, emphasizing the deep bond between humans and animals. Stories like these remind us of the resilience of both rescuers and the pets they save.
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