A 'shaken' Edinburgh dog was saved in a dramatic RNLI rescue after it became trapped on a set of rocks on the coast.
The RNLI at Queensferry raced to the scene on Friday (April 15) after the beloved pet leaped over a wall and become stuck on the rocks below.
Enjoying the sunny weather, the owners and their family were enjoying the afternoon when the pooch made the sudden dive, with neither party able to get to the other.
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With a bystander quickly dialling 999, the RNLI jumped into action and launched their lifeboat at 4.09pm, racing along the coast to Gypsy Brae.
Thankfully dealing with calmer weather conditions, the boat was able to locate the dog with the aid of UK Coastguard personnel.
Once the lifeboat was close enough to the rocks, one volunteer crew disembarked to negotiate the rock terrain and retrieve the visibly shaken dog.
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When all were back onboard safely, the lifeboat made way to a beach further in the coast and the dog was reunited with the very grateful owners.
Andy, Queensferry RNLI Helm, said: ‘"he conditions at sea were today favourable. It was fantastic to be able to rescue the dog quickly and safely, and to not prolong the agony for the owners who were watching above us.
"The bystander did the right thing in calling 999 and asking the HM Coastguard for help.
"Keep your dog on a lead if you’re close to cliff edges or the water’s edge. If your dog goes into the water, or gets stuck, don’t go in after them. Move to a place where the dog could get out easily and call them – they will probably get out by themselves. If you’re worried that your dog can’t get out, call 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard."
The RNLI volunteers washed down the Jimmie Cairncross and refuelled it to ensure the charity’s lifeboat was ready for the next emergency.
