Introduction to a Terrifying Encounter
A Tampa woman and her dog had a terrifying encounter with an alligator, proving just how far a person will go for their best friend.
Kimberly Spencer and her rescued nine-year-old dog, Kona, were out for a walk when they unexpectedly came face-to-face with a gator. Within seconds, the alligator was out of the water and had Kona in its jaws.
The Unexpected Attack
“All of a sudden I heard something and I looked over and I saw like the eyes in the water and I saw it turn right away. It was coming at us. It was like ten feet in, but ten feet away from the bank,” Kimberly recalled in an interview with NBC6 affiliate WFLA.
A Desperate Attempt to Save a Life
Without hesitation, Kimberly jumped onto the alligator’s back in a desperate attempt to save her dog’s life. “I guess it turned its body like right away with her, her whole front portion, including under her arm, because her right arm was in its mouth. So, I jumped on its back and was trying to pry its jaws open,” Spencer told WFLA.
The Aftermath of the Encounter
Against the odds, Kimberly managed to free Kona from the gator’s grip. The pair made it home safely, though Kona suffered a deep bite wound. Thankfully, she’s expected to make a full recovery. Kimberly, on the other hand, needed stitches for her injuries but says she would do it all over again. "I couldn’t live with myself if I let her be taken away," Kimberly told WFLA.
Removal of the Alligator
According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the alligator was about six feet long. A trapper later removed the gator from the area.
Conclusion
The bravery and quick thinking of Kimberly Spencer saved her dog’s life in a terrifying encounter with an alligator. This incident highlights the strong bond between a pet and their owner and the lengths to which someone will go to protect their loved one.
FAQs
- Q: What happened to the dog after the encounter?
A: The dog, Kona, suffered a deep bite wound but is expected to make a full recovery. - Q: What happened to the alligator after the incident?
A: A trapper removed the alligator from the area. - Q: How long was the alligator?
A: The alligator was about six feet long. - Q: Did Kimberly suffer any injuries?
A: Yes, Kimberly needed stitches for her injuries. - Q: Would Kimberly do it again if faced with a similar situation?
A: Yes, Kimberly said she would do it all over again to save her dog.
