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LITTLETON, Colo. (CBS4) -  An 8-year-old Jack Russell Terrier found herself in some trouble underneath a home in Littleton. Firefighters say she could be heard barking for help on Tuesday.

 

Littleton firefighters say Luna had been stuck under the foundation of the house on Harrison Road in Centennial since 7:30 a.m. Monday.

Firefighters from other agencies stepped into help free her.

Family members tell CBS4's Karen Morfitt they believe Luna chased a rabbit and ran into a hole under the house which they were unaware of.

Live look as fire crews work to rescue an 8-year-old Jack Russell Terrier named Luna. Family says they have been trying to reach her for 30+ hours.

Live look as fire crews work to rescue an 8-year-old Jack Russell Terrier named Luna. Family says they have been trying to reach her for 30+ hours. https://cbsloc.al/2Bxnpop

Posted by CBS Denver on Tuesday, August 21, 2018

After nearly 36 hours under the foundation, Luna was rescued safely at around 4:45 p.m. Tuesday.

Live as rescue crews work to free 8-year-old Jack Russell Terrier named Luna. Family has been trying to reach her for a day and a half now

Posted by CBS Denver on Tuesday, August 21, 2018

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