A Kansas dog is receiving praise from police after guiding an officer to its owner, who had fallen and could not get back on their feet.
Body camera video released by the Leawood Police Department captures the unusual rescue, beginning when an officer spotted the leashed dog wandering in the middle of a residential street during patrol.
According to police, the officer quickly noticed that although the dog was secured by a leash, no owner could be seen nearby.
The dog barked toward the officer, who responded, “Hi, why don’t you go on back home?” Instead, the animal appeared determined to lead the officer somewhere.
The dog guided the Leawood Police Department officer to its home, where the owner had fallen and was unable to stand. (Leawood Police Department)
The officer followed the dog for roughly half a block and up to a nearby home. Police said the garage door was open, and the homeowner was found lying on the floor and unable to get up.
The resident had reportedly been in that position for more than three hours before the officer arrived.
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The officer first came across the dog in the roadway on Sept. 17, 2026, while patrolling the Leawood neighborhood. (Leawood Police Department)
The footage shows the officer walking up the driveway behind the dog. A second dog then appeared as the officer approached the house.
“Is this where you live?” the officer asked the dogs.
When he located the resident, the officer immediately checked on them, asking, “Hi, are you OK?”
Police said medical personnel treated the resident, who is now recovering safely at home. (Leawood Police Department)
“Thanks to the resident’s loyal companion, our officer was able to find them and get them the help they needed,” the Leawood Police Department said. The resident was treated by medical professionals and has since returned home to recover.