rescue animal
nounUK /ˈrɛskjuː ˈænɪməl/
US /ˈrɛskjuː ˈænɪməl/
A rescue animal is a pet that people saved and now take care of.
The dog from the shelter is a rescue animal who loves to play.
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2. An animal saved from danger by firefighters or helpers.
The rescue animal was carried safely out of the flood.
3. A trained animal that helps save people.
The rescue animal searched the mountain for lost hikers.
4. Any creature taken in after being hurt or left alone.
The rescue animal had a hurt leg but is better now.