Dog Named ‘Hero’ Kept Stuck Owner in Alberta Warm and Safe From Coyotes for 2 Days

Dog Named ‘Hero’ Kept Stuck Owner in Alberta Warm and Safe From Coyotes for 2 Days
File photo of a dog named "Hero" shown in this handout photo provided by the Taber Lost Paws Society. A man who became stuck in a muddy ditch in southern Alberta for two days was rescued after police say his injured dog stayed close by during the ordeal, keeping his master warm and at one point even fighting off coyotes. The Canadian Press/HO-Taber Lost Paws Society
The Canadian Press
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A dog named Hero lived up to his name earlier this week after spending two days by his stranded master’s side, keeping his owner warm and even fending off coyotes while the man waited to be rescued from a muddy ditch in southern Alberta.

The dog’s bravery and devotion have earned widespread plaudits online and prompted one local animal rescue organization to raise money to cover vet bills for Hero and other pets inadvertently drawn into the 48−hour saga.