(top) Stella, a 5 year old Boxer mix who was rescued by firefighers, kisses Santa Monica Fire Department Chief Scott Ferguson during a Recognition Ceremony honoring Stella and her rescuers on Wednesday, October 2, 2013. On September 14, at 07:20 a.m., the Santa Monica Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 2600 block of Hill Street. Firefighters found a well involved structure with an unconscious dog inside. Medics used a dog oxygen mask to revive Stella a female Boxer. After a visit to the veterinarian, Stella has made a full recovery. (above) Virginia Fort, Senior Campaigner from PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), presents the Compassionate Fire Department Award to Santa Monica Fire Department Division Chief M. Bridges (right) and Captain J. Furrows on Wednesday, October 2, 2013.
