Catherine Anderson, a resident of Wrexham, found herself in a life-saving situation when her 11-week-old Jack Russell, Chloe, possibly pressed the emergency button on her pendant alarm after Catherine fell and hit her head. Despite Chloe not undergoing emotional support training yet, the pup’s actions led to the dispatch of NHS paramedics, who found Catherine with a suspected skull fracture. Doctors praised Chloe for potentially preventing a worse outcome, noting that emotional support dogs typically require training, which Chloe had not received due to her recent introduction into Catherine’s life.
While Catherine was treated for injuries in the hospital, she expressed concern for Chloe, who she described as her constant companion. Showing her appreciation for Chloe’s heroism, Catherine sent a gold and white brooch in the shape of a Jack Russell to Queen Camilla, along with a heartfelt letter detailing Chloe’s bravery. To her surprise, Catherine received a warm response from the Queen, commending Chloe as a “little star” and expressing her own affection for her Jack Russells, Moley and Bluebell.
Despite initial hesitations due to the loss of her previous dog, Maddison, Catherine felt an instant connection with Chloe, who had only received her first vaccination the day before the incident and had not undergone any support dog training. The unexpected bond and life-saving actions of Chloe left Catherine grateful and touched by the experience, treasuring the acknowledgment from the Queen as a memorable keepsake.