Meet the ‘Hero’ Cat That Called 911 to Help Its Owner
Tommy the Cat is an orange and white hero.
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Cats don’t get enough love. They’re often dubbed as independent, spiteful, and aloof—and while these things are true enough, cats are great pets. Despite their fickle nature, many cats are friendly. Even more, many cats are exceptionally loyal to their owners. Take Tommy, for example. Tommy the Cat, a hero, called 911 to help its owner.
The Emergency Call
On a Thursday evening, police received a phone call from the home of Gary Rosheisen in Columbus, Ohio. However, no one was on the line. The police called back to Rosheisen’s residence, wanting to ensure everything was okay. However, no one picked up the phone. The unanswered phone call made the police decide it was best to check things out.
When the police arrived at Rosheisen’s apartment, they were met with an unexpected sight: Tommy was sitting next to the phone. Rosheisen was stuck on the floor, and it became clear that Tommy had managed to make the call.
Tommy, The Hero Cat
Rosheisen suffered from osteoporosis pain as well as ministrokes which caused disruptions to his balance. The combination of these issues had caused him to fall. He was unable to get up and without his medical-alert necklace, he also couldn’t reach his phone or a device that could alert paramedics that he needed help.
When Rosheisen adopted his orange and white colored, Tommy, he attempted to train him to call 911, but he wasn’t sure if Tommy understood. The living room phone had 12 buttons, as well as a speed dial for 911. The phone is always left on the floor just within Tommy’s reach.
After Rosheisen fell, this incident proved that it’s a great location for Tommy to access the phone. Thankfully, Rosheisen was unharmed and grateful that police showed up to check on the situation. Tommy was deemed a hero.
Did Tommy Call 911?
While the incident left everyone amused—and impressed, it’s unclear how Tommy managed to dial 911. It remains a mystery. Whether it was his pawing at the phone or a demonstration of his feline intelligence, Tommy’s accidental 911 call showcased how cats are pretty exceptional four-legged companions.
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