A Labrador named Tokyo collapsed on a steep section of a popular trail on Ben Nevis, prompting her owner to call for emergency assistance.
The owner, unable to carry the 25‑kilogram dog down the rocky terrain, alerted the local mountain rescue team, who responded promptly to the distress call.
Tokyo was transported to a veterinary clinic in Fort William, where she received treatment for an unknown substance that had left her critically unwell.
She made a full recovery the following day, and her owner expressed deep gratitude for the rescue team’s swift response and the veterinary staff’s care.
The incident has highlighted the risk of discarded drugs and other toxic materials in even the most beautiful outdoor settings, a reminder for all dog owners.
Last year, mountain rescue teams in the region responded to 1,270 separate call‑outs, helping 901 people in distress.
Incidents like Tokyo’s underscore the importance of preparedness and vigilance when exploring remote natural areas.
