A viral video showing a dog causing a small explosion inside a house by chewing on a lithium-ion battery has taken social media by storm. The incident, initially alarming, turns comical as the dog and its animal companions attempt to douse the flames by barking at them. Fortunately, all pets, including the dog, a cat, and another dog, safely exited the house without injuries. The Tulsa Fire Department released the video to highlight the hazards associated with lithium-ion batteries.
The video, shared by Instagram page We Rate Dogs, begins with the dog lounging on its bed in the living room with two other pets. The mischief starts when the dog discovers a lithium-ion battery pack, used for charging devices, and begins chewing on it. Sparks soon fly, and the battery ignites, setting the dog’s bed on fire.
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Describing the scene, We Rate Dogs noted the pets’ unsuccessful attempts to extinguish the fire, which included staring at and barking at the flames. Thankfully, all three animals managed to escape through a doggy door.
The Tulsa Fire Department utilized the incident to underscore the importance of keeping such batteries out of reach of pets and children. The video has garnered over 140,000 views since its release, sparking a range of humorous and sympathetic comments from viewers.
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What’s your take on this amusing yet eye-opening video of a dog’s battery-chewing escapade?
