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Related: About this forumCincinnati: Dog in rough shape after trying to save owner from fire
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First responders on the scene found Carmen, a 9-year-old boxer, on top of Ledford, trying to shelter his face from the heat, smoke and flame, according to CNN affiliate WCPO.
Ledford, 33, was taken to a hospital where he later died. Carmen ended up at Cincinnati's Care Center, a critical care veterinary hospital, where the vets there have placed her on a ventilator.
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Cincinnati: Dog in rough shape after trying to save owner from fire (Original Post)
shenmue
Feb 2015
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mopinko
(70,113 posts)1. boxers.
just the best dog there is.
okasha
(11,573 posts)2. I hope she makes it.
She's a hero.
brer cat
(24,572 posts)3. Sweet baby.
I hope she recovers fully.
BrotherIvan
(9,126 posts)4. That's love
Here is the donation link for her hospital care. All the best to Carmen
https://www.crowdrise.com/carmenLedford-HospitalDonations/
CountAllVotes
(20,875 posts)5. Tweeted this
To all 36 of my wonderful loving "followers".
I hope the word gets out!!
& recommend.
shenmue
(38,506 posts)6. Update! Thousands raised to pay for dog's vet care
Squee here
The story of Carmen, a boxer dog in Cincinnati, who protected her owner during a fire, has earned sympathy and support from thousands. About $27,000 has been raised to pay for the animal's treatment.
The story of Carmen, a boxer dog in Cincinnati, who protected her owner during a fire, has earned sympathy and support from thousands. About $27,000 has been raised to pay for the animal's treatment.
CountAllVotes
(20,875 posts)7. Good job!
Thank you for helping to get the word out on this situation!
Glad to know they have the funds needed (for now!).
Thanks again!!!
shenmue
(38,506 posts)8. You're welcome!