We have long known that dogs are incredibly brave animals, often willing to go to great lengths to protect the ones they love.

But this situation was different. This time, it was not about defending others, but about fighting for his own survival and the bravery it took to endure it.

This is the story of a fearless dog from Tennessee who was trapped inside a cave with a massive bear for three long days.

Charlie The Hunting Dog

One unfortunate day, a sweet hunting dog named Charlie slipped and fell into a cave shaft , plunging at least 40 feet down. Climbing out was impossible for him.

When the Waldens Creek Volunteer Fire Department in Tennessee received the call, they quickly assembled a team to try to rescue the dog in distress.

Charlie had already spent most of the day trapped

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