HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Honolulu Fire Department responded to a call just before 1 p.m. on April 26 reporting a dog in distress on the Kuliʻouʻou Trail in ʻAina Haina.
The first units arrived at the scene in about 10 minutes, where responders learned the dog, a black Labrador named Sammie, fell off near the ridgeline.
Personnel were inserted to Sammie’s location and safely airlifted the dog to a nearby landing zone.
There were no injuries.
HFD says that when hiking with your dog, ensure that your furry friend has a properly fitted, durable and comfortable harness and leash. It is also important to keep your pooch hydrated with fresh water during the hike.