The mutt reportedly would not stop barking until residents of the three-story building were awake.
All the residents escaped as flames spread to homes on both sides.
Officials say in all, 27 residents in four brownstones -- 23 adults and 4 children -- were left homeless by the flames.
Two firefighters were treated for minor injuries.
The fire apparently started in the basement, possibly sparked by electrical wiring.
Con Edison shut down the power to five buildings on the block. Utility crews were working on the block yesterday.
Residents said one of the buildings damaged by the flames is owned by State Senator Eric Adams.
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