A DOG'S owners had to call the fire brigade after their pet became stuck behind a tumble dryer on Friday.

Firefighters were called after the dog became trapped in a vent attached to the back of the appliance in Passfield Crescent, South Bank, Middlesbrough.

Officers had to remove bricks surrounding the vent to free the small dog. The pet was unharmed during the incident, which began at 7.45am.