Guy Jumps Off Pier To Save Dog
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I came here to see your call for the burning of Ray Comfort's skulduggery (as claimed by World Nut Daily) but found this instead. The dog rescue brought tears to my eyes. The dog's companion was so overcome with emotion at the end. I know from similar personal experience that you do have to be careful with the toy breeds around the ocean (luckily the dog with me had a leashed harness on when it jumped off a boat, and I had a good grip).
And here is a follow-up to the dog rescue: Raden honored with Compassionate Citizen Award by Animals Australia.