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Lucky Devon dog saved after complex rescue

Images: Brixham Coastguard Rescue Team

Cockpoo falls from cliff

A dog is safe after a dramatic cliff rescue near Brixham.

The adventurous cockapoo got separated from its owner and tumbled over the edge at Scabbacombe Beach yesterday afternoon (7 December).  

Brixham Coastguard and a drone team were called in for the complex recovery. 

Rescuers eventually found the lucky dog getting soaked by the waves, but still wagging its tail! 

After a huge 180-metre haul back up the cliff, the dog was reunited with its owner and is doing well, despite needing a few stitches.

Owners are being reminded to keep their pets on leads, especially when walking along high cliff paths.

The drop is roughly the height of 40 double-decker buses. 

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