12/03/2020
Sadly, this grieving family lost their 2 year old rescue pup when she suffocated in a dog food bag on Thanksgiving Day. Erica McCarrens writes, “Lyanna was a rescue pup that was part Lab and maybe some Pit. She was the most wonderful friend. I let her into our fenced-in backyard. I started peeling potatoes and apples for Thanksgiving. I checked on her 5 minutes later and saw her motionless with a bag on her head. I knew then something horrible had happened. She had knocked over a trash can and found the bag. The dog food bag had the powdered dry meat you can sprinkle on kibble. It was a heavy zip lock type bag.
I tried CPR. I screamed for anyone to help but she was gone. This has been the worst experience of my life. I’m trying to find meaning, peace, and support. I am so happy to have found you. Thank you for your awareness campaign. I wish I had known sooner. 💔”
Lyanna’s story is a sad reminder that pet suffocation happens within minutes, even while you’re home. Please share!