The couple hadgone off-trailand sadly couldnt find their way back home.
Their outing took a tragic turn when John fell and couldnt get back up.
Unfortunately, she too became disoriented and failed to return.
The black lab is believed to have slept on her chest, offering warmth and protection.
It is unclear when John, who was found about 200 yards away from his wife, passed away.
The bereaved wife was taken to the hospital for medical attention following her rescue.
It rained all day Monday, we had cooler temperatures, the sergeant said.
Wednesday night, it was 27 to 28 degrees.
She did very well tosurvive for that long.
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