Littlehampton RNLI crew rescue dog stuck on shingle bank

The Littlehampton lifeboat crew came to the rescue of a Cockapoo who had become stuck on the western shingle bank close to the entrance of the harbour last week.
By Isabella Cipirska
Published 4th Jan 2021, 15:28 BST
Littlehampton RNLI's Ray of Hope in Littlehampton Harbour. Photo: Beth BrooksLittlehampton RNLI's Ray of Hope in Littlehampton Harbour. Photo: Beth Brooks
Littlehampton RNLI's Ray of Hope in Littlehampton Harbour. Photo: Beth Brooks

The RNLI crew were called into action at 2.54pm last Sunday to assist HM Coastguard following a 999 call from a member of the public.

The lifeboat station’s Ray of Hope lifeboat was launched and was on the scene minutes later.

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Crew members rescued the white Cockapoo and took it to Littlehampton Yacht Club, where it was reunited with its owner, none the worse for its misadventure.

Jon Prater, Deputy Launching Authority for Littlehampton RNLI, said: ‘Littlehampton West Beach is a wonderful beach for dog walking, but please remember to keep your dog under close control near the river, which is fast flowing and has strong currents.

“If your dog does get into difficulties, don’t go after them.

“Move to a place you can get to safely and call them, as they will probably get out by themselves.

“If you are worried about them, please call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.’

For further information and advice about dog walking in coastal areas, visit the RNLI site here.

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