Each mask comes in three different sizes and fits a wide array of pets.
NORTH PLAINFIELD -- Taking a deep breath will be a little easier for township pets in distress thanks to a donation to the fire department of three specially-designed pet oxygen to assist in pet rescues.
The masks were donated by Canine Company, a Wilton, Connecticut-based company that provides at-home pet care products and services, including the Invisible Fence brand pet containment systems and Manners obedience training, to customers across New Jersey, New York and the New England states, according to a news release from the fire department on Tuesday.
Each mask comes in three sizes and fits a wide array of pets - from small mammals like rabbits up to giant-breed dogs - and connect to the standard oxygen tanks rescue teams carry, the release said.
"We know how important pets are to their families," said Chief William Eaton, "and we are happy to add this rescue tool that will help us save the lives of our citizens' pets. We appreciate the donation."
The masks were given as part of Canine Company's Canine Saves project to provide the pet rescue masks to first responders in the communities where the company's customers live.
"Our company helps pet parents keep their pets healthy, safe and happy at home," said Renee Coughlin of Canine Company. "We are committed to supporting the community with donations like this that do the same."
Other New Jersey fire departments to receive mask donations in recent weeks include New Providence Volunteer Fire Department and South Old Bridge Volunteer Fire Department.
Fire departments and first aid squads can find more information about how to apply for a donation of masks at caninecompany.com/topic/charities.
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