This morning, I was up bright and early to go on a hike on 7th street, carefree. It was a beautiful morning. As we were walking down the hill, I almost stepped on a rattlesnake! But my little hero, my puppy Todd, came to my rescue.
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He jumped right in front of where my leg was. I surely would have been bitten.
Todd was bitten saving me. He was yelping right away. The moment the snake struck, I knew I had to hurry to the hospital. I picked Todd up, carried him to the truck with Copper by my side, and got him to the Anthem Animal Hospital in less than 10 minutes.
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I want people to know that I’m a native. I understand the dangers of Arizona, and am extremely aware of my surroundings. I never heard a warning rattle…nothing! The snake was so camouflaged.
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It struck Todd because he noticed my leg. I think it was sleeping. It for sure would have gotten my leg if Todd didn’t look to see what it was.
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Todd received antivenom and was in the hospital for 12 hours. He is a trooper but doing well. If you’re wondering what a real hero is, you’re looking at one. Please say a little prayer for my sweet hero.
