Fire crews were called to an incident in Quayside Road in Southampton at around 11am on Wednesday when smoke was seen coming from a two-storey home.
A family friend of the homeowner had noticed smoke and called 999 before smashing the back door glass to reach the dogs.
Two dogs were rescued from the fire (Image: Supplied)
Crew manager Colin Reeves said: “We were told while on route that dogs were still inside the property. When we arrived, one dog was conscious and in good condition, but the second was unresponsive and breathing very rapidly.
“Our crew quickly began oxygen therapy, clearing soot from her airway and supporting her breathing. After several minutes, she started to respond, opening her eyes and moving her head.
“It was a huge relief for everyone involved, and we were able to reunite her with her owner shortly afterwards.”
Firefighters from St Mary’s quickly arrived at the scene and entered the property, where the fire is believed to have started in the kitchen.
They brought the blaze under control using hose reel jets, and the property was ventilated with fans to remove smoke.
Both dogs were later taken to a local vet by their owners as a precaution.