Andrea Rosebrock 
Earlier today traffic on New York’s Major Deegan Expressway came almost to a stand still as a dog valiantly protected its injured companion from traffic and would-be rescuers. Police attempting to rescue the injured and bleeding dog that was apparently hit by a car were met by the shepherd who was running in frantic circles and lunging at anyone attempting to get close.
Eventually police did manage to rescue the injured dog, Chili, a 9-year-old chow-lab mix which they later found out was the mother of the canine protector, Husky. After the injured dog was rescued, the protector, Husky, took off and led the police on a merry chase. For 45 minutes the police followed the dog, attempting to corral it, finally managing to on an off ramp.
Chili was transported to the ASPCA where she was examined and treated. She has a broken leg which will require surgery. Husky was returned to his owner who no doubt was admonished about the dogs running loose and not having tags or identification.
This is yet another story of the amazing bond that animals have to each other. We also hear stories of dogs doing the same thing with their people, protecting them with their lives. Anyone who doubts the devotion and loyalty of these amazing creatures is really missing something. I know my life would not be complete without my canine companions!
That is an extremely touching video. It shows how much feeling dogs have and makes it even more clear that dogs suffer just like we do when neglected or abused. I am so glad that both dogs will be okay – it must have been so scarey and confusing for both of them.
The owner of these remarkable dogs should not let her/his dogs run loose in NYC. This is just irresponsible. If you love your dogs, they need to be in a fenced in area or exercised on a leash. Letting a dog run loose in the vicinity of major highways is just plain stupid.
One of my sons sent me this story yesterday, and he was not amazed at the bond between these two dogs. Talk about family bonding!
I am so proud of the “son” dog, that he was so protective over his mama. I can relate to how this dog was with his mom. It is good to hear that they are both fine, yes mama will need some care and attention to her leg; and hopefully they will be confined to their own yard, with their tags on, at home where they belong.
I do not know, just like D, what my life would be like without my four legged boys. I am sure it would be boring and empty.
Of all places, the NYC Deegan Expressway. Take it from one who knows that highway…YIKES!!
This was a fabulous video about a dog’s devotion. And I gotta hand it to the police and AC in this situation. This could of been a big disaster but *everybody* wanted to protect the injured mom.
Wasn’t that wonderful!? I was so pleased to see that.
D.
It made me cried. Its really touched me that the dogs were very protecting each other. I am grateful that Chili and Husky are OK!
This showed the world so much about how lots of humans just don’t have time to STOP and want to help animals that need help. It showed just how piss poor the human race is …. by the pup staying with the lab till there was helped showed me once again that what I’ve been saying all alone is so very true of the animal world which is “If humans would only stop and want to learn how to live and love you just need to learn them from animals of the world “… I was tought that by my Grandmother over 45 years ago and I have lived by that listen. I would rather live with my animals then humans which I do …. I’m glad that the police stepped forward and help get these guys save and medical care Thank you so much for all that do … As for the humans that didn’t have time to stop and help you’ll pay as time goes along….you’ll learn one day
I too was thinking about that dog all day.
I saw the first report on channel 11 or 12 and the anchors were really worried about the ‘dog’. They promised to keep us posted on what happened but had to continue with the news.
I did not know anything about the injured second dog before I left for work.
I will say the Police and EMS ambulance that was there must be applauded for the way this was handled.
A number of years ago when a dog ended up on the subway tracks and held up rush hour trains – people demanded the train just take off and run over the dog and destroy it so people would not be late for work.
Thank God times have changed.
I can’t help but think that the fact that so many major network traffic helicopters were hovering overhead seriously influenced the humane treatment that these two dogs received.
It also seems that the owners saw the event on television as it was occurring and that is how they realized their dogs were out. I have not seen or heard from them. Perhaps the owners contacted the media or called 911 and that is why the police went to such lengths to protect both animals – even to escorting the son along the highway back to his home.
I am sure all the people who watched this before they left for work were praying for the good outcome and God answered all of our prayers.
This is tryuly a beautiful story of love and devotion. I too, saw this on GMA and had tears in my eyes. Was so pleased with the outcome. Hope the owners keep tags on them from now on.