A Florida woman saw, in horror, how her 4-month-old puppy, Dax, was dragged into the water by an alligator. In a display of courage, Danie Wright decided to take matters into her own hands and fought the 5-foot beast in its own natural environment. Not only did she survive the encounter, but she managed to save Dax’s life.

“I can’t even believe this happened to my life today,” Wright said, as per WSVN. “I freaking fought an alligator and won.”

The incident took place in early September. At the time, Wright was walking Dax behind her house and walked alongside a creek. Covered in matermoss, the woman was surprised when the sudden attack occurred, all indicated by a piercing sound.

“I heard a squeal, and I got pulled,” she said, as per WTSP. “The alligator had him by his [collar] and drag

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