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ANIMAL HERO:
BANDIT
by Courtney from Gainesville
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My hero is a dog named Bandit. I consider her my hero because she saved my life.
One summer day when I was out in the garden looking for frogs, I bent down to look at what looked like a frog, but it was a curled up SNAKE! Now, I was face to face with a real live copper head snake. The next thing I know, I’m running to the house. Bandit was whining. Once I reached the porch, I realized Bandit had jumped in front of me and had taken the snakebite for me.  She has done this twice for my grandma, but this is the first time she has ever done it for me, and I’m so thankful for it. Although I still have to clean up after she goes on the floor, I would do anything for her, because she saved my life, and to me, that’s a true hero. Human or not!!!
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Written by
Courtney from Gainesville
Photos courtesy of Misty Lemons |
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| 1925 Serum Run Participants ran an astonishing race to save lives | Annie Bronn Johnston worked to save the wild mustangs in the United States | Balto led his dog team on the lifesaving 1925 serum run to Rome, Alaska | Bandit saved Courtney from a venomous snake. |
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| Big Ben raced his way into the hearts and memories of fans. | Binti Jua rescued a small boy at a Chicago zoo. | Cyclops was a brave and loving dog and is deeply missed. | Dian Fossey worked to protect the endangered Mountain Gorilla. |
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| Dolphins provide therapeutic interactions with people. | Dr. Shirley McGreal founded the International Primate Protection League. | Friends of the Sea Lion rescue, treat, and release these mammals back into the ocean. | Hero, a Dog Gareth Jones' assitance dog affords him companionship and freedom. |
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| James Herriot inspired Sarah Cowan to become a veterinarian. | Jane Goodall is an authority on wild chimpanzees. | Koko shows people that animals have feelings, wants and needs. | Mary Lou Naso & Harry visit hospitals to spread smiles. |
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| Max Seefried brought comfort and joy to Joey and his family. | Patsy Ann was the official greeter of Juneau, Alaska. | Pax mission in life is to be a Peacemaker. | Puppies Behind Bars benefits both inmates and dogs. |
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| Ric O'Barry works to free captive dolphins around the world. | S.A.D. Horse Rescue is dedicated to rescuing neglected draft horses. | Sandy is a family hero. | Shasta participated in rescue missions in Alaska for years |
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| Spencer sight saved his disabled owner from a potential disaster. | The Buffalo has a special place in North American history and culture. | The Heifer Organization works with communities to end hunger and poverty and to care for the earth. | Tuscie Leigh's dog Tuscie warned her of a hidden fire. |
Last changed on:3/12/2008 2:00:34 PM
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