It’s a story as old as time: a damsel in distress, a daring rescue, and the heroes we didn’t know we needed. Except, in this case, the damsel was a female cat named John.
Yes, John is a girl. Yes, it’s a long story.
John, a British black cat with an unconventional name, was discovered with her head poking out of one end of a drainpipe on Nov. 23, unable to free herself. The Clevedon Fire Brigade was called to the scene, responding to what they described as a unique challenge.
Armed with ladders, small tools, and big hearts, the firefighters assessed the scene. Their solution? Cut out a section of the pipe with John still in it— the “easiest and least distressing option.”
John was freed from the confines of the garage, the pipe still encircling her neck and her defiant glare unwavering. She was then rushed to the capable hands of the team at Vets4Pets Clevedon, where she was sedated to allow for the safe removal of the remaining pipe from around her neck.
Social Media Reaction
Clevedon Fire Brigade’s Facebook post about the incident sparked amusement and affection online, particularly due to the cat’s name. The firefighters acknowledged the curiosity, stating, “John (Yes John) the cat had got herself (Yes John is a girl, it’s a long story) stuck in a garage drainpipe.”
A Happy Ending
Safely back at home, John enjoyed a well-deserved nap after an “overwhelming morning,” according to her owner Cassie.While the reason for her unconventional name remains a mystery, one thing is clear: John’s tale has made a lasting impression on everyone involved.
