Dog rescued on NSW south coast after being swept off rocks and swimming 800 metres to island
Summary
A dog was rescued after being swept off rocks on the New South Wales south coast and swimming nearly 800 metres to Snapper Island. Volunteers from Marine Rescue NSW worked in rough water conditions to safely bring the dog back and reunite it with its owners.Key Facts
- The dog was swept off rocks near Batemans Bay and swam about 800 metres to Snapper Island.
- Marine Rescue NSW volunteers used jetskis to reach the dog because bigger boats could not come close due to rough water.
- A volunteer entered the water but the dog initially hid before finally being coaxed onto a jetski.
- The dog, believed to be named Oscar, had some paw injuries but was taken to a vet.
- The dog did not have a microchip, but its owners have made contact with local council rangers.
- Marine Rescue NSW has been training with new rescue watercraft since September.
- The rescue shows the strong community involvement in the area, as many locals offered help.
- The rescue team has experience saving other animals including whales, dolphins, kangaroos, and sheep.
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