The Jefferson City Fire Department rescued a dog that fell over a bluff this morning.

According to the department, crews were called to the 1000 block of Booneville Road at 10:42. Upon arrival, they found a small dog about 40 feet down a steep embankment and bluff overlooking the railroad tracks.

A rescuer was lowered down to retrieve the animal.

The dog was returned to the owner with no injuries.

The fire department was assisted by animal control.