Puppies get into all sorts of sticky situations, but we’ve never heard of one like this before. According to WINK, a puppy trapped in a recliner required the “jaws of life” to get out. Firefighters also had to perform life-saving CPR on the fur baby.
Puppy trapped in recliner
A 4-month-puppy named Lucy was sniffing around a motorized recliner couch while one of her owners, John DeMarco, watched TV. Then, he put the leg rest down, trapping Lucy’s head. She couldn’t breathe.
“As soon as he got up, we heard this groan,” Kay DeMarco, Lucy’s other owner, told the news outlet. “Unbelievable sound. And he said, ‘What?’ I said, ‘She’s stuck. She’s behind.’ I knew right away.”
“She was just screaming and choking for the first part, but towards the end, she was just nothing,” John said.
“We were we were beside ourselves,” Kay said.
The DeMarcos called for help, and firefighters arrived. First responders used the “jaws of life” to free Lucy.
“We typically use them on vehicle accidents, not really use them inside someone’s living room every day,” said Lieutenant James Klages of the Punta Gorda Fire Department.
When Lucy emerged, she went limp.
“I just say to my wife, Kay, she’s gone,” John said.
“We realized it wasn’t breathing, so what we have on our trucks are these special pet oxygen mask that fit right over their snout. And we were able to connect a bag valve mask, BVM, and assisted ventilations,” Lieutenant Klages said.
Luckily, the efforts to revive Lucy worked. She regained consciousness.
How to keep your dog safe around motorized recliners
It’s unsurprising that a puppy got trapped in a recliner. Dogs are naturally curious creatures, and the movement and noise of motorized recliners can pique their interest. To ensure your pup’s safety, establish clear boundaries and train them to stay away from the recliner when it’s in motion. It is also essential to supervise their interactions with the recliner, especially during operation, and discourage them from playing or lying beneath it. Consider installing a safety barrier or gate around the recliner as an extra precautionary measure. Regularly inspect the recliner for any potential hazards or loose components to prevent accidental injuries. By taking these precautions, you can help your canine companion avoid an accident like the one above.
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