‘This is a First’ Firefighter Saves Lifeless Puppy with Narcan
The quick thinking and steady hands of a firefighter ended up saving the life of a puppy in Lacey, Washington. In what paramedic Lt. Craig calls a career first, he administered Narcan to revive a puppy overdosing on fentanyl.
The crew with Lacey Fire District Three found the small puppy unresponsive inside a vehicle—not breathing and unresponsive. Lt. Craig was told opioids were present in the car, so he knew the pup’s best chance of survival was for him to administer Narcan. He told KING News that the puppy’s nose was so small (as was the dog) that he used only a very small dose. After a couple of minutes, “he was back,” said Lt. Craig. The puppy was alert and adorably “licking a lot of folks.” Saving the puppy’s life made the entire crew happy.
“It’s not every day we use Narcan on a four-legged patient—but our teams are ready for just about anything,” Lacey Fire District Three shared on Facebook.
After the pup’s revival, Lacey Fire District Three shared on Facebook, “I spoke to the crew, and they shared that the puppy was turned over to the capable hands of our fantastic local animal services! It’s in good hands and receiving the care it needs. We appreciate everyone who’s reached out with concern and kindness!”