17-Year-Old Deaf And Partially Blind Dog Keeps Missing Toddler Safe For 15 Hours And Leads Rescuers To Her

After 15 hours, things were looking bleak, and the family’s hope was fading. But then, everything changed. Aurora’s grandmother, Leisa Bennet, suddenly heard something. As she wandered her way through the Bushland in the dark, Bennet thought she heard Aurora calling out, and she ran up a mountain in pursuit of the voice.

“I shot up the mountain, and when I got to the top, the dog came to me and led me straight to her,” Bennet told ABC Brisbane.

That’s when Max suddenly showed up, ready to lead her to Aurora. Max, despite being both deaf and partially blind, lead a group of search party members up a steep hill where Aurora was curled up, cold and tired. For over 15 hours, Max had waited by Aurora’s side, keeping her safe while they waited to be found.

He’d curled himself around her to keep her warm and when he heard her rescuers nearby, he rushed off to lead them to her. Thanks to Max, Aurora was found alive and well, without any injuries.

The local police posted pictures of Max to their Twitter page to celebrate his bravery and everyone is showering the heroic pup in love and appreciation.

Max was later rewarded for his bravery and loyalty by being declared an Honourary Queensland Police Dog. However, for Max, we’re sure the greatest reward is knowing that his best friend Aurora is safe and sound.

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