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Judy in Waco · 02-16-2008, 06:46 AM

Dog Hailed as a Hero for Life Saving Move

PADUCAH, KY -- Family pets can be our best friends, and they can also save your life.

A Yorkshire Terrier is being hailed a hero after what he did in the face of a devastating fire in Mayfield, Kentucky.

Weighing in at a whopping four pounds, Milo isn't the type of dog Shannon Keller's used to working with.

He handles the drug dogs at the Mayfield Police Department.

"I always thought, if I had a dog as a hero, it'd be my 60-pound Malinois taking down some guy off me as I'm fighting him on the street through the police department. I never dreamed it'd be a 4lb. Yorkshire Terrier, saving my entire family," said Keller, detective corporal at the drug unit in Mayfield.

What Milo the Yorkshire Terrier lacks in size, he makes up for in courage.

His wife woke up when Milo was frantically barking at about 3 a.m. Friday, when the dog smelled smoke.

Mayfield police don't have a cause of the fire, but they believe it was started by electrical problems.

"Well, he's a little hero to us. If it wasn't for him, who knows?" said Keller.

Mayfield police say the flames started in the garage and quickly spread to all corners of the home.

Smoke was still rising long after the fire was extinguished. Keller's neighbors, who helped the Kellers retrieve personal items like pictures before the home burned down, say they're glad Milo woke them up.

"My heart goes out to them. I mean, till it happens to you. You don't ever think that's going to happen to us. But I'd do anything I can for them," said Judy McClure, Keller's neighbor.

Keller's neighbors and friends at the Graves County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky State Police, and Mayfield Police Department are reaching out to the family.

But now, his family believes guardian angels do come in smaller packages.

Created: 2/12/2008 9:32:58 PM
Updated: 2/12/2008 9:47:59 PM
Edited by Gary Detman, Nightside EP

http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/s...storyid=102228

tjdmom · 02-16-2008, 06:49 AM

What a nice story! Great job Milo!

chattiesmom · 02-16-2008, 06:51 AM

Judy -- thank you so very much for sharing this story. Hero dog stories always bring tears to my eyes. This one is no exception.

Maxi · 02-16-2008, 12:00 PM

What a great story!

Doodlebug · 02-16-2008, 02:05 PM

Hooray for Milo the Mighty Yorkie! Great article, Judy, thanks for sharing.

wemple2 · 02-16-2008, 02:08 PM

Great story...Yorkies are put on earth for a reason. To answer our prayers. Milo is a true hero in my book.

Boosted Panda · 02-20-2008, 02:37 PM

This reminds me of a story here in Cali where an old lady was attacked my a mountain lion and 5lbs Yorkie protected to lady and saved her life. The Yorkie was uninjured during the scuffle as well.

There is a reason why they are Terriers!!!

Jenn218 · 02-23-2008, 01:45 PM

Wonderful story...and I am glad to hear that they were able to get Milo out and other belongings too!

Pup-e-Love · 02-25-2008, 06:12 PM

Way to go Milo! That is such a wonderful!

02-16-2008, 06:46 AM	#1
Judy in Waco Gizzy's Best Friend Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 6,114 Blog Entries: 1	[News] Dog Hailed as a Hero for Life Saving Move Dog Hailed as a Hero for Life Saving Move PADUCAH, KY -- Family pets can be our best friends, and they can also save your life. A Yorkshire Terrier is being hailed a hero after what he did in the face of a devastating fire in Mayfield, Kentucky. Weighing in at a whopping four pounds, Milo isn't the type of dog Shannon Keller's used to working with. He handles the drug dogs at the Mayfield Police Department. "I always thought, if I had a dog as a hero, it'd be my 60-pound Malinois taking down some guy off me as I'm fighting him on the street through the police department. I never dreamed it'd be a 4lb. Yorkshire Terrier, saving my entire family," said Keller, detective corporal at the drug unit in Mayfield. What Milo the Yorkshire Terrier lacks in size, he makes up for in courage. His wife woke up when Milo was frantically barking at about 3 a.m. Friday, when the dog smelled smoke. Mayfield police don't have a cause of the fire, but they believe it was started by electrical problems. "Well, he's a little hero to us. If it wasn't for him, who knows?" said Keller. Mayfield police say the flames started in the garage and quickly spread to all corners of the home. Smoke was still rising long after the fire was extinguished. Keller's neighbors, who helped the Kellers retrieve personal items like pictures before the home burned down, say they're glad Milo woke them up. "My heart goes out to them. I mean, till it happens to you. You don't ever think that's going to happen to us. But I'd do anything I can for them," said Judy McClure, Keller's neighbor. Keller's neighbors and friends at the Graves County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky State Police, and Mayfield Police Department are reaching out to the family. But now, his family believes guardian angels do come in smaller packages. Created: 2/12/2008 9:32:58 PM Updated: 2/12/2008 9:47:59 PM Edited by Gary Detman, Nightside EP http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/s...storyid=102228 __________________ Gizmo's Judy Gizmo's dogster page http://www.dogster.com/dogs/566216 Pet Photo Charms, jewelry, mosaics and more www.jcollander.etsy.com

02-16-2008, 06:51 AM	#3
chattiesmom Donating YT 8000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Georgia Posts: 9,414	Judy -- thank you so very much for sharing this story. Hero dog stories always bring tears to my eyes. This one is no exception. __________________ *Yorkie Yummies Silk Step-In Harnesses * NapSaks Click on the links above for order information!**

02-16-2008, 12:00 PM	#4
Maxi My Little Man! Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New York Posts: 1,188 Blog Entries: 1	What a great story! __________________ Katie Maxi YT NY Meetup is on July 20th @ 1 PM. Check link for more info: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/tri...date-info.html Maxi page:http://www.myspace.com/maxifurkidhttp://www.mydogspace.com/me/Maxi

02-16-2008, 02:05 PM	#5
Doodlebug Luv my Daisy and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 2,008	Hooray for Milo the Mighty Yorkie! Great article, Judy, thanks for sharing. __________________ Daisy and Teddy Bear & Jean Photos HERE Proud member of the Little Gentlemen's Club

02-16-2008, 02:08 PM	#6
wemple2 Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: ILLINOIS Posts: 4,011	Great story...Yorkies are put on earth for a reason. To answer our prayers. Milo is a true hero in my book. __________________ As Ever, Kathy My: Winston and Spencer RIP My Sweet Angel PRAYING FOR TINK...GET WELL SOON...

02-16-2008, 06:49 AM	#2
tjdmom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: upstate ny Posts: 2,503	What a nice story! Great job Milo!

02-20-2008, 02:37 PM	#7
Boosted Panda BANNED! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Manhattan Beach Posts: 460	This reminds me of a story here in Cali where an old lady was attacked my a mountain lion and 5lbs Yorkie protected to lady and saved her life. The Yorkie was uninjured during the scuffle as well. There is a reason why they are Terriers!!!

02-23-2008, 01:45 PM	#8
Jenn218 Mojo, LilyGrace & Me Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: OZ Posts: 15,909	Wonderful story...and I am glad to hear that they were able to get Milo out and other belongings too! __________________ JennMom to Katelyn Mojo LilyGrace Sophie LukeRusty Mojo's Pia

02-25-2008, 06:12 PM	#9
Pup-e-Love YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 461	Way to go Milo! That is such a wonderful!