Harry and his father Glenn were at Bexhill beach testing out their homemade boat when they were approached by a lady who’s dog, Coco, had swam way out to sea. Her husband had swum after the dog, but she didn’t think he would be able to make it back to shore with Coco.

Harry quickly took one of their kayaks and paddled out and to sea to rescue them both. He even gave the man his own life vest, as the man was struggling to keep swimming. Harry managed to get Coco onto the kayak, and the man was able to hold on to the back as Harry paddled so he was able to bring both the exhausted man and the dog safely back to shore. 

The entire incident was caught on video by Harry’s GoPro. 

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