Two Australian dog owners learned a valuable lesson this week. The couple’s dog was playing in the sea a few yards from Alau beach when suddenly it was confronted by a giant crocodile.
A holidaymaker called Hannah, who was staying in Umagico, south of Cape York, Oz, filmed the moment the dog realised the alpha predator was stalking it.
The croc gets close
Within seconds, the giant croc had swum within yards of the dog, prompting passers-by on the beach to stop, watch, and will the dog to escape its certain fate.
As the deadly reptile got almost within striking distance, the dog leapt through the water and quickly landed on the beach, to the relief of its owners and onlookers.
Sense of relief
Speaking to the Daily Mail Australia, Hannah said, “There were about 15 people on the bank watching it unfold and every single person had their hearts in their mouths.
“We all looked at each other afterwards with utter dismay and shock at what we had just witnessed.
“You watch David Attenborough on the screen and get nervous, but to witness it in real life is absolutely heart-stopping. Everyone was just so thankful it was a happy ending!”
ALWAYS keep your dog on a lead if you visit parks, or areas close to farms. Doing so will keep you, your dog and other animals safe. By leashing your dog, you will also avoid nasty court summonses.
Watch the Ozzie drama unfold:
