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Rescue dog that helped save people after Venezuela earthquake has died
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Rescue dog that helped save people after Venezuela earthquake has died

SAPO Notícias14 September 2026 at 12:18

A dog that had helped rescue people after an earthquake in Venezuela died after fighting for two months against a health problem.

The veterinarians who monitored the animal could not identify the origin of the disease that affected it.

Despite the veterinary team's efforts, the dog ultimately could not survive and died.

The death of the rescue animal marks the end of a life dedicated to saving people during emergencies.

Why this matters

This case marks the end of the story of one of the canine heroes who participated in the rescue operations after the earthquake in Venezuela. For readers in the region, the dog's death represents the loss of a valuable collaborator in emergency operations, and serves as a reminder of the risks that both humans and animals face in natural disaster situations.

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