Collie rescued from rocky ledge after 100ft fall down cliff 

A dog has been rescued after falling 100ft over the edge of a cliff in Shetland.

Two-year-old Whisp took a tumble over the cliff in Heylor around 11am on Thursday.

Coastguard rescue teams were sent to the scene, and the Collie was seen 30 metres down on a rocky ledge, making access from the seaward side impossible.

A rope technician was sent in to retrieve Whisp, who was returned to his owners unscathed.

HM Coastguard – Orkney and Shetland

A spokesperson for the Coasguard team said: “Whisp was returned safe and well back to his owner, remarkably unscathed, and from our pictures, he looks very happy to be back with his owner.

HM Coastguard – Orkney and Shetland

“Thankfully, a happy ending for whisp.

“Our coastguard Rescue Officers train hard for these types of incidents. If you see anyone in difficulty at sea or on the coastline, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.”

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