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UPDATE: the mystery is solved. However, it’s very sad and unfortunate: www.abcactionnews.com The accident scene was about a mile from where I found Barney swimming. Our guess is that he was so freaked out and traumatized that he just wanted to get as far away from there as possible. And when he ran out of land, he took to the water. Another credible hypothesis is that he swam towards the kayak because the Chens are avid kayakers, and actually have two yellow ones. Whatever the case, I feel lucky that I was there fishing, because there was no place for him to go and I don’t know if he could have made it much farther. He’s banged up, but mostly fine. Our hearts go out to the Chen family, who lost their mother. UPDATE 2: Many people have asked what they can do in light of this terrible tragedy. I have been in touch with the Chen family. They suggested (and I wholeheartedly second) that you make a donation to Mothers Against Drunk Driving in the name of “Donna and Barney Chen” to help prevent this from happening again. Here’s the link: www.madd.org NOTES: * Yes, Barney is back with his family. I imagine they need him pretty bad right now. Dr. Chen reports that after the accident, Barney was suffering from what he thinks is something akin to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. He was uncharacteristically lethargic, and they have even had to carry him outside. He seems to be pulling out of it a bit though. * Why is there a camera running? I usually keep a camera running when I fish …
February 4, 2012 at 5:11 am
Oh man this is pretty cool
February 4, 2012 at 6:03 am
God bless you dude! great job! Beers on me!
February 4, 2012 at 6:27 am
thanks for caring. we need more people like you
February 4, 2012 at 6:40 am
That’s it? Weak sauce.
February 4, 2012 at 6:46 am
One of those gems in life that makes you feel good all over
February 4, 2012 at 7:14 am
ANYONE Who Clicks “Dislike”….Has No Heart.
February 4, 2012 at 7:37 am
Amazing story and very sad. A dog is not a human, but can bring wonderful unconditional love just the same. Which I am sure Barney is doing at this moment with Mr. Chen and family. Heart goes out to them and to such a compassionate fisherman!
February 4, 2012 at 8:04 am
@susolgi yes
February 4, 2012 at 8:51 am
Sad story, but seriously, hats off to you for saving that poor dog.
February 4, 2012 at 9:46 am
God bless this man!!!
February 4, 2012 at 10:09 am
Fucking BAWW! You’re such a sweet guy.
I swear I feel more for dogs than I do for humans.
February 4, 2012 at 10:58 am
hugged
February 4, 2012 at 11:14 am
omg that is such a cute dog. you should have huged him.
February 4, 2012 at 11:59 am
What a sad, sad story. I’m so glad you found the dog, and you and your family were selfless enough to get him care. I’m saddened and touched.
February 4, 2012 at 12:00 pm
Is is true that his owner was knocked down by a car of a drunken driver?
February 4, 2012 at 12:59 pm
@sydmurrsam Oh never mind I just got to the end.
February 4, 2012 at 1:50 pm
I’m so glad that you were there to rescue this poor pup! Was he reunited with his family?
February 4, 2012 at 2:38 pm
clap.clap.clap.
February 4, 2012 at 3:03 pm
Thank you for doing this! You were raised right man. We need more class act dudes like you in this world!
February 4, 2012 at 3:15 pm
God Bless you! Kindness to animals- especially dogs who are SO emotionally heightened….shows great character. Even Ghandi said the true test of a nation and it’s people is their treatment of an animal. Dogs rule but people who have compassion for them TRULY rule!
February 4, 2012 at 4:14 pm
awwwwwww poor pup
February 4, 2012 at 4:37 pm
amazing
February 4, 2012 at 5:23 pm
I hope ShamWOW see’s this story and sends you a lifetime supply.
February 4, 2012 at 5:29 pm
WHAT HAPPENED NEXT!?!
February 4, 2012 at 6:12 pm
Touching, heartwarming story