Manchis, the cocker spaniel mix belonging to a Peruvian journalist, is being credited with saving his family after a suspect threw dynamite into their courtyard.
Video of the incident shows the pup pawing at the dynamite and then chewing through its fuse before it could go off, in what is believed to have been a targeted attack.
Although the puppy suffered some damage to her vocal cords and is unable to bark, the family is grateful for her sacrifice and courage and is celebrating her bravery.