Dog and owner lucky escape

A man and his dog are luck to both be alive after being rescued from a frozen pond

It was a lucky escape fro one Malton man and his four-legged friend, after he went onto a frozen pond to rescue his dog, who had fallen through the ice.

Emergency services, including the air ambulance, rushed to the terrifying incident at Marfield Wetlands, just outside of Masham bothe were found in distress.

Thankfully, both the man and his dog were rescued, and the man has been taken to hospital to be checked over. The dog was very cold but is also safe and well.

While this incident had a positive outcome, it serves as a critical reminder: if your dog goes onto the ice or falls in, do not follow them.  Tragically, it’s often the person who goes after the dog who doesn’t survive.

In this case, a terrifying incident for all involved but thankfully a happy ending for one man and his dog.

Advice from our emergency services

Stepping onto frozen water is incredibly dangerous. Even if the ice near the bank seems thick, it often becomes thinner as you move toward the centre. There’s no guarantee the ice can support a person’s weight.

If someone falls through, they may disappear beneath the surface, out of sight and away from help, and can drown quickly.

Once in the freezing water, the intense cold can overwhelm them, leaving them unable to help themselves.

Rescuers—whether a passersby or emergency services—may also risk their lives during rescue attempts.

What to do if your dog falls through the ice:

• Stay calm and do not go onto the ice yourself. If the ice couldn’t support your dog’s weight, it won’t support yours.
• Call your dog to encourage them to return to safety.
• If your dog can’t get out, call 999 immediately and ask for the fire and rescue service.