Dogs really are man’s best friend, especially Tinsley, a Shiloh Shepherd. She led New Hampshire police to her owner, who needed medical attention after being injured in a vehicle crash.
On Monday, New Hampshire State Police were called in about a loose canine, but when they arrived, Tinsley continued running down Interstate 89.
The authorities were led directly to a damaged pickup and realized the driver and passenger had been “ejected from the vehicle and were hypothermic and seriously injured,” according to state police.
“This was almost like a real-life Lassie situation,” Lt. Dan Baldassarre told CNN. “It’s really quite remarkable. This dog definitely saved their lives. I don’t think they would have survived the night given the temperatures.”
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Tinsley’s owner, Cam Laundry, said he’s grateful Tinsley came to his rescue after the crash.
“She’s my guardian angel,” Laundry told CNN affiliate WPTZ. “It’s a miracle that she had that kind of intelligence to do what she did.”
Tinsley “the brave” will be rewarded with her favorite things: treats, meat and attention.
“She gets spoiled all the time,” Laundry told WPTZ. “She’ll get some venison, probably burger, tonight and probably some back scratches with it.”
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