The academy machine motorist didn’t see Audrey Stone and her service canine, Figo, crossing the road, but Figo saw the motorist and replied by throwing himself at the closest part of the vehicle to shield Stone.
According to USA Today, Brewster Chief of Police John Del Gardo had nothing but admiration for Figo, saying “ The canine took a lot of the blow. And he didn’t want to leave her side. He stood right with her. He was there to save her.”
Fifteen EMTs arrived to help Stone, who fractured her right elbow and her ankle and sustained three broken caricatures.
Throughout it all, Figo wanted to stay by her side and Gravestone called out for him constantly.
Figo had a bad rent to his right leg and EMTs swathed it. Throughout the chaos, Figo remained calm and didn’t bark or cry, despite being in egregious pain.
As Figo couldn’t accompany Stone in the ambulance, he was taken in the Brewster Fire Department truck and taken to the vet.
Both Figo and Stone are recovering from surgery and doing well and recovering in sanitarium.
A service dog named Figo demonstrated his bravery and devotion to his owner when he threw himself in front of a school bus to protect his blind owner, Audrey Stone.
The incident occurred in Brewster, New York, where Figo and Audrey were crossing a street near their home.
The bus driver, who was unable to see the pair in time to stop, reported that Figo suddenly lunged in front of the bus, putting himself between the bus and Audrey.
Figo suffered injuries to his leg and head, but thankfully recovered. Audrey, who relies on Figo for her mobility and independence, was grateful and said, “He’s my eyes, and I’m his voice.”
This incident highlights the dedication and selflessness of service animals, who are trained to assist individuals with disabilities and go above and beyond to protect their owners.
It also serves as a reminder of the importance of being aware of and respectful of service animals and their owners in public spaces.
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