There are countless stories of firefighters rescuing cats from trees, but how about a large dog from a second story window ledge?

This dog somehow managed to get through a protective grate over the window but could not figure out how to get back in once he was on the ledge.

The firefighters were concerned the dog might attempt to jump or fall if they frightened it, so they were slow and careful to gain the dog's confidence.  The firefighter even tried some dog treats to distract the dog so he could get close enough to get the animal into the bucket.

The firefighter was met with cheers from below once the dog was safely on board.

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