But then, on the third day, he was finally able to locate her after her hearing her bark for help. Unfortunately, the ordeal was far from over

Safira had fallen down a 200-foot-cliff about a mile from home and was stranded on a small, leaf-covered ledge about 80 feet down. The ledge had saved the pup’s life, but now she was trapped on it with no way to get herself to safety.

Safira’s owner was deeply worried about her health and safety and didn’t know what to do. Safira’d been stuck without food and water for three long days, and he had no way of getting down to the ledge and rescuing her. Out of desperation, he called the fire department, though he worried they wouldn’t want to spend their manpower and resources on saving a dog.

The rescue wasn’t easy. They had to rappel down the steep cliff to reach the scared pup, but once they’d gotten her to safety, there was no doubt that it had all been worth it. Though weak from her ordeal, Safira couldn’t help but beam with joy and gratefulness and she eagerly covered her rescuers in kisses. It seemed like she’d never be able to stop kissing and thanking them.

Safira’s pet dad was extremely thankful to the fire department and is overjoyed to have his sweet little girl back. She’s now safe, happy, and healthy, and will no doubt always love and remember the heroes who saved her life.