The Rowdy Gaines Masters Classic features swimmers from all around the world, of all ages and abilities. From current and former Olympians to 85-year-old superstars, the pool is filled with inspirational stories.

At this year’s event, one attendee, though, stood out perhaps more than any other. It could be because he was the smallest … and the only one with four legs.

Find out how Goby, the 6-pound wonder dog, puts the can in canine and is ready to detect danger, dial an IPhone and jump into the pool to save the life of his best friend.  Seriously.

It’s a story you’ve got to see to believe.

Want to know more about Goby and Dana? Click here to read Dana’s article in the American Sociological Association’s journal Footnotes.

Plus, you can even follow Goby on Facebook!