Tragedy To Triumph
This is a bit of inspiration to anyone having a bad day or perhaps feeling somewhat unmotivated.
In the beginning of January of this year I was caring for my neighbor's pit bull while she was away. I was very bonded to this dog and happy to take care of him for her. I took him into the backyard after his morning feeding so he could play like we did every morning. Rudolph(his name) was happy and nothing seemed out of the ordinary. When it was time to take him back inside he followed me to the door as usual. Just as I was about to open the door Rudolph grabbed my ankle. I kinda laughed it off and told him to come on. He did not stop and what I thought was him wanting to play some more turned into a nightmare.
In a matter of minutes or seconds(still difficult for me to grasp) this animal companion of mine was repeatedly biting me. I don't recall feeling any of the bites except the last and deepest one of all. I was knocked to the ground but was able to get up. I yelled at him but his face was different. It was like Rudolph did not know me at all. It was at that moment I realized if I didn't get away that he was probably going to kill me. I managed to get the door knob with one hand and with the other grab the skin behind his neck. I held onto the back of his neck while twisting the skin, and literally kicked him until I could maneuver him just inside the door. I had to hold the door shut with my 120 pound body to his 90, all while screaming until a neighbor came to my rescue. This incident left me with a badly sprained hand, 16 bites and lacerations to cover both of my legs.
A couple of months later and here I am. I lost my job due to being put out of work. I have had nightmares and unbearable pain. Each day is getting better tho. I am able to walk now without limping. The nerve pain isn't as bad and my hand is finally better. I am basically left with scars but who cares!!! I am alive. Instead of dwelling on this tragedy, I have taken the time to reevaluate my life and goals. I have found WA and I couldn't be happier. I know that I am going to do well on here. It may take me longer than some but I remain positive. I realize that life is exactly what you make of it and that when negative things happen you truly can turn things around for the better. Triumph is mine and I couldn't be happier!!!
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You have a great story written down in a powerful language! I had an accident too and I couldn't work for four months. Me too, like you said took it like a new start, a time to think about what's next in my life! What do I want /wish? It helped me and I am here now.... ;) go on like that you are on the right path! Sandra
What a powerful and inspirational story. You have so much courage to bounce back from this terrifying experience with confidence and motivation. I know that you will do well here at WA.
My website is about dogs and dog training etc. If I decide to do a post about dangerous breeds, may I use your story or use you as a reference? I know that people have had success with making pets of these breeds, but the danger always exists that an attack such as yours could happen without any warning.
Thank you so much for sharing your story with us.
Jan
I would be very happy if you were to share my story. I am an absolute animal lover and was an animal care tech at one time. I believe that may have helped me along with some fast thinking. It is so very important that people understand how serious it is when picking a breed of dog for a pet. My situation could have been so much worse and I am thankful that this did not happen to a child. Have a Blessed day!!!
Thank you. I am so glad you had the knowlege and experience to help you think and act quickly. If I write that post I'll be sure to run it by you before I publish it.
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Glad to hear you're doing better and anytime you need help, please drop me a line.
New to all this Internet Market stuff but will help with what I can.
Larry
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I know about dog bites. I have been bitten in face as well as both of my daughters. Mine was minor - both girls have had to have surgery.... but we still love dogs. My oldest daughter is working towards being an animal rehabilitator.
I think it is great that your daughter wants to be an animal rehabilitator. Some people do not understand how I can still love dogs and want to be around them. It is just who I am and that will never change. I am so glad that you and your girls are ok.
Smart people like us realize that it isn't always the dogs full fault.