An adorable puppy has had a 'ruff' day after getting himself stuck in a fence - but thankfully, bemused firefighters were close on hand to rescue him. 

Buddy the Shih Tzu got himself into a sticky situation last week (Wednesday, August 9), becoming lodged in a fence whilst on a walk in Wallsend, North Tyneside. 

Though Buddy wasn't in discomfort, owner Brenda was not able to get her puppy free on her own, and called in firefighters for help. 

Nearby Tyne and Wear firefighters were available to assist - and after using some specialist equipment, Buddy was freed uninjured, and is now back to his rambunctious self. 

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The Northern Echo: Buddy and Brenda.Buddy and Brenda. (Image: TWFRS)

A spokesperson for the fire service said: "Last Wednesday, Green Watch from Wallsend rushed to the rescue of Buddy the Shih Tzu and his owner Brenda. Buddy had gotten himself stuck whilst out and, although he wasn't in pain or discomfort, his panicked owner did not know what to do.

"She reluctantly called for our support and, as our firefighters were nearby and available, they attended to help the pair out.

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"Using their Holmatro Hydraulic spreaders the crew were able to bend the railings apart to create the space needed to safely remove Buddy.

"To keep noise levels down to reduce any potential stress to Buddy, crews used a hand pump to keep him calm throughout the ordeal.

"Thankfully, Buddy showed no signs of injury or distress and ran around as if nothing had happened So glad we could help reunite Buddy and Brenda safely."