A spokesman for HM Coastguard Southend On Sea said: "Earlier today, emergency calls were made by various members of public over concerns for a small lost puppy that had escaped from a nearby garden and had found itself near Southend Pier at low tide." As the tide began to rise, the dog was forced to move inland and was rescued from the water by officers who had already deployed water rescue equipment. The rescued puppy in the arms of a coastguard officer (Image: HM Coastguard Southend)The dog, who was visibly tired and thankful to be warmed in a towel, was then placed in the care of Tillys Angels volunteers, who took the puppy to a nearby vets for a checkup. "We’re pleased to confirm he was in good health and plans were being made to reunite him with his owners," the coastguard added. "We’d like to thank our partner agencies for their assistance and also concerned Southend residents for helping us ensure a positive conclusion to the incident."