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Only the pets were home when 3730 Old Philadelphia Pike in Lower Saucon Township (Pennsylvania) burst into flames Thursday morning, but that didn't stop hero Patrolman Scott Snyder from busting down doors in a search for life.

Joined by Township police Sgt. Gerald Young, Snyder found an unconcious Pug on the floor. Snyder shook the Pug awake, and rescued him from the burning home. The dog will be fine. Synder had to be hospitalized with breathing problems after the heroic rescue, but was later released and thankfully is "expected to return to work for his next shift."

Another pet escaped from the blaze on his own and required medical attention. Three additional pets died in the fire.

After the patrolman discovered the blaze, he called for firefighters but kicked in the back door before they arrived to make sure no one was inside. Thick black smoke in the kitchen made it difficult for him to see. He exited the home and went to the front door, which he also kicked in to gain entry.

Township police Sgt. Gerald Young then arrived and joined Snyder in the search of the home. No occupants were located, but Snyder found the pug on the floor. He removed it from the home and shook it. It became semi-alert and was then taken for treatment.