While on a patrol around Lake Kenon, rescuers stumbled upon a helpless dog lying in the frigid weather with its legs and tail trapped under an ice hole. In areas located near the North Pole, the low temperature causes rivers to freeze throughout the year. The ice forms a thin layer on the lake’s surface, preventing the frigid air from moving down and freezing the entire body of water. Even though the water under the ice remains cold (around 4 degrees Celsius), it still houses various types of fish. These cold-blooded creatures can regulate their body temperature to survive in this extreme climate.
Despite the freezing weather, locals brave the cold and venture into the middle of frozen lakes to fish. However, this job is not without risk as the thickness of ice varies depending on location and time. To catch fish, anglers must break through the ice and drill a small hole to lower their rods. Carelessness may lead to cracks spreading and breaking off large chunks of ice, posing a danger to those fishing. In response, rescuers patrol rivers and glacial lakes to detect and assist people in distress. Recently, the Zabaikalsk rescue team was on patrol at Lake Kenon, a suburb of the Zabaykalsky Krai capital Chita, when they came across an unusual sight.
While traveling across the frozen lake on a specially designed canoe, a group of individuals spotted an animal lying motionless in the frigid -3 degree Celsius weather. Upon closer inspection, they discovered that the creature was a Moscow Watchdog, which is a breed that is a cross between a Caucasian Shepherd and a St. Bernard. Unfortunately, the dog’s hind legs and tail had become trapped under a small ice hole. The rescue team quickly sprang into action to free the helpless animal.
In record time, the troops managed to shatter the ice, release the creature, and transport it onto their vessel for some much-needed warmth. Puzzled by how a well-trained pup could have ended up stranded in the middle of a frozen lake, the rescue crew grew worried that its owner might have run into trouble while fishing. Despite searching high and low, they failed to uncover any sign of human presence in the vicinity.
The soldiers, after an extensive search, finally brought the dog to the station for medical attention. Thankfully, the dog recuperated in a short span of time. Despite the force posting information about the dog on local media channels, no one showed up to claim it after many days. It is probable that the dog was left behind by its owner. According to the Siberian Times, once the dog regained its health, the rescue team set it free.
