In May, a devoted Yorkshire Terrier named Spike sacrificed his life to protect his beloved human. Spike was 10 years old at the time.
Spike, the brave dog, fearlessly protected his beloved owner from a poisonous cobra that slithered into their backyard. Sadly, Spike lost his life to the venomous snake just half an hour later. Despite the danger, Spike did not hesitate to come to the rescue of his favorite human.
Louise Grobler found herself in a precarious situation when a snake appeared on her property. Despite being engrossed in conversation, she was quick to defend the unknown owner of the serpent. Fortunately, her dog Spike acted as a hero and attacked the cobra, killing it on the spot. However, during the altercation, the courageous canine was bitten by the venomous reptile, and despite efforts to save him, he passed away. According to Louise, Spike saved her life by intercepting the cobra and preventing it from biting her. She expressed her gratitude for his bravery and credited him with handling the situation before she could even realize what was happening. The incident was undoubtedly a traumatic experience for Louise, but she recognized Spike’s selfless actions and viewed him as a true hero.
The family was struck with tragedy yet again, as their second dog, Prinses, fell victim to a snake bite and passed away. Despite being adopted just a few months prior, the tiny puppy had already become a beloved member of the family. “Although she was only meant to stay with us temporarily, we couldn’t bear to part with her. She even gave birth to four puppies, which we took to a dog shelter,” Louise recounts. The family buried Prinses and her puppies in separate graves in their front yard. “When we laid them to rest, my daughter Mariska broke down crying uncontrollably, and I couldn’t help but cry with her.” Spike and Prinses will always hold a special place in the family’s hearts, and Louise will forever cherish Prinses’ bravery in protecting them from harm.