Coastguards and fire officers in Dorset successfully rescued a cocker spaniel named Luna after she fell 40 meters down a cliff at Stonebarrow near Charmouth. Luna was uninjured but frightened and running around the cliff edge, refusing to approach rescuers. To safely retrieve her, specialists from multiple coastguard bases and fire stations lowered Luna’s owner on a rope to calm the dog and place her in an animal rescue bag, ensuring a safe recovery.

This rescue highlights the frequency of dog cliff incidents in the area, prompting emergency services to conduct specialized training for such scenarios. Authorities have reminded dog owners to keep their pets on leads near cliffs to prevent similar dangerous situations. A recent comparable rescue in Dorset involved another dog named Luna, underscoring the ongoing challenge of pet safety in coastal regions.