SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) — A playful labrador puppy who bolted away from its owner and tumbled over a cliff at Fort Funston was rescued from a ledge by San Francisco firefighters.
The accident took place at the popular recreation area on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Friday afternoon.
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Video from last nights Cliff Rescue at Ft. Funston of a labrador.
We are happy this was a success with no injuries.
We understand the excitement of being outside, and the nature of our four-legged extended family members. Remember, stay on trails, consider your leash– pic.twitter.com/fEVO6NFUDj
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“We understand the excitement of being outside, and the nature of our four-legged extended family members. Remember, stay on trails, consider your leash,” firefighters tweeted.
A firefighter was able to pluck the puppy from the cliff and the pouch was soon reunited safely with its owner.
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