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6-Year-Old Superhero Saves Sister From Dog Attack, Gets 90 Stitches And Praise From The Avengers
Six-year-old Bridger Walker from Cheyenne in Wyoming is a real-life superhero! The boy protected his little sister from an aggressive dog that injured him during the daring rescue—Bridger had to get 90 stitches for his wounds. “If someone was going to die, I thought it should be me,” the boy said.
Now, Bridger is being called a hero worldwide. And if you think that the 6-year-old has all the makings of a professional superhero, you might not be far off from the truth.
Actor Mark Ruffalo, who plays Bruce Banner and the Hulk in Marvel’s Avengers movies, responded to the story and said that he admired the boy’s courage. Meanwhile, Chris Evans aka Captain America sent the boy a video where he praised him for his bravery. Plenty of other celebrities have pitched in with their own praise. Welcome to the Avengers, Bridger!
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Six-year-old Bridger protected his 4-year-old sister from an aggressive dog that ran at them
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He got in between the dog and his sister to save her
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Bridger was taken to the hospital where he had to get 90 stitches for his wounds
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He’s a real-life superhero and he was prepared to lay down his life for his little sister
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The 6-year-old has been discharged from hospital and he’s feeling great
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Chris Evans aka Captain America praised Bridger for being very brave and for doing the right thing
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Mark Ruffalo, who plays Bruce Banner and The Hulk in the Avengers movies, said that he was impressed by the boy’s heroics
Actress Anne Hathaway also shared the story online
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Other celebrities, including Hugh Jackman, Zachary Levi, Tom Holland, the Russo brothers, Robbie Amell, Chris Hemsworth, Anne Hathaway, and others have also shown their support for Bridger. Anne Hathaway commented: “I’m not an Avenger, but I know a superhero when I see one. I can only hope I’m half as brave in my life as you are in yours, Bridger. Wishing you an easeful recovery, and many cool looking rocks.”
The 6-year-old’s heroic tale first went viral after his aunt Nicole Walker shared it on Instagram and tagged the actors from the Avengers movies to let them know about the newest addition to their ranks.
The incident happened at a friend’s home on July 9. Bridger, his sister, and their friend went into the backyard where there were a couple of dogs. After their friend pointed out which of them was the mean one, it immediately charged at them. Bridger put himself between the dog and his 4-year-old sister to protect her without any concern for his life or safety. The dog was a 1-year-old German Shepherd mix.
After the dog latched onto his face with its teeth, Bridger yelled for his sister to run. When the dog let him go, he grabbed his sister’s hand and ran with her away from the dog.
Immediately afterward, the dog’s owner secured their pet, ran Bridger inside the house, put pressure on his wounds, and called for emergency care. He was taken to the hospital where a plastic surgeon, Dr. Joseph F. Looby, gave him stitches.
The good news is that Bridger has already been discharged from the hospital and he’s now back home. He also hasn’t lost his spirits despite being wounded like a real warrior. According to Nicole, the boy’s aunt, their family doesn’t hold any ill will towards the family that owns the dog that hurt Bridger. In fact, the two families have become closer because of this incident.
Here’s what people said about the boy’s heroic actions
What do you think ?
troufaki13 4 years ago
The world would be a much better place if we had more people like Bridger. Well done, sir, you have my respect. Kudos from Greece ❤️
Lorraine R 4 years ago
Michał Jastrzębski --Wikipedia: "Hazel Dulcie Miner (April 11, 1904 – March 16, 1920), a student at a rural Great Plains one-room school, died while protecting her 10-year-old brother, Emmet, and 8-year-old sister, Myrdith, from the spring blizzard of 1920 in Center, Oliver County, North Dakota." Men who need to be 'forced' to sacrifice for anyone are not real men. True heroes put the well-being of others before their own, as young Bridger did. If you, Mr. Michał Jastrzębski, are ever on a sinking ship, I expect you will elbow your way to the front of the line for the lifeboats, and make sure that you get the seat in one which you so obviously believe you deserve.
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Aragorn II Elessar 4 years ago
Call me old fashioned, but I was raised to be respectful everyone, especially women.
Deena Salzman 4 years ago
The world would be a better place if PEOPLE stood up for each other, especially the less powerful. You don't have to make this about gender.
Brent Hollett 4 years ago
I really think the point has been lost here, if you're injecting adult politics into a six year old boy protecting his 3(?) yr old sister? The difference in age is far more the discerning thing here, than any dangly bits or lack thereof.
Oskar vanZandt 4 years ago
The instinctual protection by an older sibling of a younger... this boy has it in spades. I wish him a speedy recovery!
Myrtille rat 4 years ago
This sweet little boy has a brave and pure soul <3 but what kind of friends let your childrens play around their dangerous dogs;I hope the said guy paid for the emergency costs and that he's been obligated to give training/education lessons to that dog in prior to be able to keep it, he could even take a few lessons for himself stupid human
Astrid Nineor 4 years ago
Training is importanr, but, Any dog can snap for seemingly no reasonn, just like humans - they may never have thought of it as dangerous ( which is why children should never be left unattended with dogs,,)
Load More Replies... Myrtille rat 4 years ago
you are absolutly right but as the story said :"After their friend pointed out which of them was the mean one" I assumed that the doggie was known for being aggressive
Rissie 4 years ago
If it's possible to intervene, then it's more than a snap or whatever. Owners should know their dogs, if a dog has aggresive tendencies, then they should be very short leashed and be kept away from kids. If kids want to go into a yard with a dog like that, you prevent them from doing that. Not the other way around. It's an adult's responsibilty period. Sure you try to teach kids, but they are allowed to mess up and be good hearted. Bridger has great instincts, that's for sure. And this owner should not be allowed to have dogs. And no, I would never let my kids alone with even the sweetest of dogs if I wasn't the one that raised the dog. Young dogs especially might even just be playful, but they can still injure a young child just by jumping up to them.
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
In this case, it was stated that children went into the backyard where there was "the mean one" (dog). The brother and sister were basically strangers to that dog. Why weren't the adults in that house using their brains for God's sake???
Karen Lyon 4 years ago
Myrtille rat: Please take a deep breath. The dog was a puppy, and puppies aren't always well behaved despite training. The owner had it put down, if it makes you feel better.
Aragorn II Elessar 4 years ago
Kudos from Gondor. Bridger will be welcome in the ranks of the forces of Gondor, should he so desire, and I would welcome him as the Captain of my Guard. I would like to thank him for his selflessness, and I have no doubt he would have acted the same way should Sauron himself attack. Due to covid however, you will have to settle for a virtual knighting.
Jonathan Armstrong 4 years ago
I hope the dog didn't get put down. I just can't stand the idea of killing a dog. It didn't know anybody. I'm also glad the kids are alive with only one harmed.
Karen Lyon 4 years ago
Jonathan Armstrong: The owner did have it put down, sadly. It is too bad, but some dogs just don't socialize with people well.
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Jim Takahashi 4 years ago
The owner has the whole responsibility and should be punished sevrely. The dog was also a victim here. _ Why do you think this happens?
cassiushumanmother 4 years ago
"Children" are not "people". We don't know how it happens, why? Were the dog unsocialized or just not watched by his owner? What the kids were doing? What the dogs were doing? Children sadly can misbehave in front of a dog. That's not their fault at all, that's education. I ALWAYS WATCH MY DOG WITH CHILDREN, i don't watch him with my tiny little rabbit, my rabbit know how to behave with him, she's even bossing him around. I can leave the room without any doubt. I don't feel comfortable at all with children around my dog. An accident could happens so fast, children are very energetic and loud, that's not how dogs works, I ALWAYS WATCH. Even a "good" socialized dog can be dangerous for a child.
Dave Chapman 4 years ago
First & foremost, Bridger....you truly are my Hero!! My career has been putting myself in danger to help others. I became a Fire Fighter because of this instinct in me, I would LOVE to Welcome you into the Fraternal Brotherhood of Fire Fighters...you have the Heart for it young man!!! You are our Brother! Next, I was heartbroken to learn that this was a German Shepherd X that did this...I don't know what this dog was crossed with, but every GSD I've known, or owned, has been a sweetheart with children. In fact, I consider them to be faithful family pets! BUT...there's always that exception and if this person knew this dog to be "mean", it needs Professional Training from the age of 6 months onward, and needs to be kept away from children until you're sure the dog knows his place! Without that training, if this 1 y/o dog is acting aggressively, it will continue to be aggressive! This dog is a "child" itself and was obviously in desperate need of responsible ownership!!!
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
Unfortunately, it is always a dog who pays for his owner's irresponsible ownership, and that's wrong.
Chris DiFonso 4 years ago
It it was known that the dog was "mean" why was it allowed off leash, and unsupervised, near children? Bridger and/or his sister could have been killed!
Geoff 4 years ago
Courage doesn't come from a gun... or a cool tattoo... or an expensive car... or big muscles.... or a group of friends. Courage isn't bullying others or threatening someone weaker than you or beating up someone who disagrees with you. Courage is taking the hit for someone else when you know it's going to hurt. Courage is standing in front of the fire so someone else doesn't have to. Courage is dealing with pain to protect another person. THIS is courage... and it's time we as a society learned what the word means, and stopped pretending that it has anything to do with being a "tough" guy. I've seen grown men act like children... and today I saw a child act like a MAN.
Aragorn II Elessar 4 years ago
Courage isn’t the lack of fear, but rather, facing your fear and winning through
Little Dino 4 years ago
Super brave and cute boy! I wish more people in the world were like him. love from Ohio <3
Colin Mochrie At Its Finest 4 years ago
That was a great act of heroism from him. But I wonder why the kids were able to be around the dog thst was known to be mean? I have an aggressive dog and I run a childcare...no way would my dog be anywhere but locked in our room with my husband or in the side yard-where we built 2 fences and a heated|air conditioned dog house, plus a locked doggy door. Husband locks the backdoor and takes her potty when we are outside. Once he forgot and we came back, and started eating-I brought it to his attention and had all the kids get up and go outside for a minute. So many precautions!
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
Aunt Messy is a real "sweetheart" isn't she? Only "people" deliberately - without purpose attack others, cause pain and suffering. Those children were strangers to that dog, so maybe that dog did want to protect his owner's property which dogs usually do. Of course we know the answer: Aunt Messy has a tiny brain and no heart, no consideration for other people's feelings, no compassion what so ever.
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Mary Jane Love 4 years ago
Gtfo of here. You have such a disgusting mindset to be this rotten to someone who is clearly taking precautions to keep everyone safe. You don’t need “a tiny penis” to care for an animal who is aggressive. You just need to have more than a tiny heart. Which you obviously wouldn’t understand.
SuavePotato 4 years ago
You don't have to insult everybody like that. My dog would be considered vicious, but only because he is over-friendly, and will jump and pull (in a way that some would call aggressive) to only give a sniff and lick you. I don't think my dog would ever attack someone. And the fact that the dog attacked the boy is bad ownership. But you don't have to s**t on everyone with a "vicious" dog.
Bill Taylor 4 years ago
Aww, poor little guy, such a cutie and protecting his sister. I hope he is OK.
A Random Guy 4 years ago (edited)
May this boy live a long and prosperous life ❤. He is a real man. Kudos from the US (Something tells me that he will make a better president than the one we have now).
Paige Jordan 4 years ago
This sweet young man would have done this for anyone. Honestly it being for his sister only made him fight that much harder. But he would have protected a perfect stranger or another animal from that dog. His heart is just that big.
Courtney Christelle 4 years ago
And to think my brother wouldn't even stand up to his friends when they bullied me. I wish that little boy was my big brother.
Thorin Teague 4 years ago
Nice, take someone else's thunder and make it about yourself. I'm guessing its a habit.
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Jarrod Nichols 4 years ago
Chris Evans gave him a Capt America shield. Good job. Now GO MEET THIS BOY!
C.S. 4 years ago
There is still honor and courage in this world. And I mean honor. I mean take knighthood, King Arthur legend, self sacrificing, taking a loss so that another can have a boost, true hero spirit. If our children have it, there is still hope for this world.
Jessica Peterson 4 years ago
What a very irresponsible pet owner. Even my aggressive Pitbull who will bite you if feel threatened or you walk on our property knows it's not to attack children.
SaraFromHell 4 years ago
Oh! Choked me up! No doubt my boy would do that for his sister....no doubt. What a TRUE..hero. You know he wasn't thinking I'll be famous..he was thinking...not my sister! Hes just a hero. A REAL HERO!💝
Kim 4 years ago
Dogs rarely just attack unprovoked. The story lacks what happened before the incident, that may have stressed out the dog. Kids often stress animals to dangerous levels when they’re playing. Another thing, if they knew this dog had some problems, why did they let him be around the kids?
Mary Jane Love 4 years ago (edited)
What happened before is irrelevant to the story. This story isn’t about the dog and whether or not it’s at fault. This story is about the boy who protected his sister. Had the writer tried to make the dog out to seem evil then yea, I’d want to know. But that wasn’t the case.
El Dee 4 years ago
What a wonderful and courageous young man. You can't 'teach' this kind of behaviour, it comes from within. He will become a fine man when he grows up. I just hope that as he is so young the scars will fade as he grows. People show so much prejudice to men with scars on their faces, not waiting to hear the heroic story behind it..
Belandriel 4 years ago
That's very likely the most badass-thing I have ever heard of. You fearless son of a... knight!
Jennifer Gould 4 years ago
I am crying! What an amazing and brave boy! Oh my heart! I hope he heals quickly! God bless!
Stella Behnan 4 years ago
Such an inspiration even if he is only 6. Everyone should protect their siblings like that. Way to go, Bridger
Puna 4 years ago
Sweet big brother. Since there was no mention of the breed of the dog you know it wasn't a Pittie.
Alicia Stock 4 years ago
Yep, you're right. It says it was a German Shepherd mix.
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Éva Nemes 4 years ago
NOT superhero!, just a little child, who love his sister ;) So simple...
Van Nguyen 4 years ago
So touched and amazed that a 6-year old would be this brave! If he ran away by himself it is totally understandable, he's 6! But he chose to stay and save his sister, I truly admire this little boy! Wish him and his family all the best!!!!
Myxomatosis 4 years ago
I have the *exact same dog bite on my face*. I was attacked in the dark by my sister's dog at 32 years old. I know what lies ahead for Bridger with recovery. It's a long one. I love him for what he did. He is going to make an amazing man and husband.
Thorin Teague 4 years ago
Nothing about this story makes me feel anything good or happy at all. I hope the animal was either put down or taken somewhere it can exist safely, and the owners had all their animals taken away and were brought up on the applicable criminal charges.
Mary Jane Love 4 years ago
It is stated at the bottom that they hold no ill will towards the owners and have in fact grown closer together. So obviously they know.
Carol Roeder 4 years ago
I just saw this on the Today show! I don't know one six year old that would do what this young man did. He is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! You are a true HERO in my eyes!
Jeb Raitt 4 years ago
Brave lad! That is heroism in it truest form - and keeping his cool afterwards, caring for himself, makes it even better. If he has scars from that incident, I hope he wears them with pride.
Ellen Daniels 4 years ago
Will the boy need scar revision plastic surgery? Maybe financial contributions to that would be a nice addition to videos & e-mails?
Ellen Daniels 4 years ago
I love all animals, even those that bite. However, sounds to me like the dog owner didn't fulfill his responsibility to the dog or the children.
Shulammite Liu 4 years ago
You know... after reading this article i feel kind of stupid. There are so much kind people in the world that are nice to their siblings and risk their own life to save others, and here i am, being mean to my own sister, taking her toys and stuff! I should really be more kind.
sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
A remarkable young boy, he has parents, who taught him well, at that age, to quickly take charge, and protect his little sister, I am extremely impressed, God Bless him !!!
Mishte Tine 4 years ago (edited)
Cheeky ones these two are. What a wonderful brother. When I caught on fire from the kitchen fireplace as a kid, my brother just laughed.
Billy The Kid 4 years ago
2 words - MEGA HERO! If there is a story to remember in time to come, this is certainly one of those!
Sue Hubbard 4 years ago
An absolute true hero. How many adults would have done that? Amazing boy. Xx
Nena Siller 4 years ago
If someone makes a go fund me this adorable hero I would love to contribute!
David K 4 years ago
That boy is a true hero and there is no doubt about that, but please please, never ever try to step into a fight involving large breeds of dogs and tell all your children too. It is a very dangerous idea. I know that adrenaline rush when you want to save someone´s life and you see no barriers, but dog is ALWAYS faster than you if you fight him with bare hands.
Aragorn II Elessar 4 years ago
I don’t think he stepped into the fight. The dog seems to have attacked, and he did the only thing he could
Gigi 4 years ago
Its too bad that the boy had to feel like he had to risk his life to be a super hero. Poor kid.... I hope the parents took legal action and the dog that attacked him, was put down!
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
The owner should not keep dogs and children without supervision. Dogs, animals do not deliberately attack and hurt people, people hurt and kill people. You are going to fix this world, sweet Gigi.
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meepcat 4 years ago
It was a Shepard mix Any dog can or will be aggressive...Dogs have teeth children are touchy and grabby don't leave kids and dogs together idiots
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Azure Adams 4 years ago
That little girl better never be a d**k to her brother since he got all scarred up defending her a*s
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
Putting down animals did not, will not save world from irresponsible, indifferent, ignorant, arrogant, cruel, heinous people. Our planet is not being destroyed by animals.
Load More Replies... Jonathan Armstrong 4 years ago
Became good friends with the kids family. Really a freak thing that can, given time, be forgiven.
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NavyDave 4 years ago
An attempt at rehabilitation should at least be made. If this was Sweden, the owner would be responsible for the damages.
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JessG 4 years ago
It says the two families are close, they did not fault the owner. And, shot?! Really?! A bit extreme
Mme de Poppadom 4 years ago
Well.. I hope they're close, because someone's insurance will need to pay for the child's mauled face. It's always awkward having to sue your friend or relative to get accident expenses covered.
meepcat 4 years ago
Why do dogs bite...It is never random potential causes 1)touchy grabby child 2)pain 3)territory 4)fear 5)training or lack of ...simple dog behavior but I agree children should not be left alone or unsupervised with dogs especially large ones....If a dog bites a person is usually to blame
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Isle_of_stressed_pilots 4 years ago
@jiriw The only reason a dog will bite someone is if the person is making the dog feel threatened, or if the owner hasn't trained the dog properly (and that's the OWNERS fault)
Mme de Poppadom 4 years ago
Don't worry, we'll show the dog this post so it will be rightfully shamed.
Jessica 4 years ago
Dude we've trained our American Pitbull Terrier to not be so aggressive he has never attacked a child like this ever. And he is that dog people are afraid of and he has bit adult people before never drawing blood. I think that dogs act out and be aggressive when they're trained that way, or they're not being taken care of properly
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
What's wrong with Jessica's comment? Irresponsible people need more training than dogs do.
troufaki13 4 years ago
The world would be a much better place if we had more people like Bridger. Well done, sir, you have my respect. Kudos from Greece ❤️
Lorraine R 4 years ago
Michał Jastrzębski --Wikipedia: "Hazel Dulcie Miner (April 11, 1904 – March 16, 1920), a student at a rural Great Plains one-room school, died while protecting her 10-year-old brother, Emmet, and 8-year-old sister, Myrdith, from the spring blizzard of 1920 in Center, Oliver County, North Dakota." Men who need to be 'forced' to sacrifice for anyone are not real men. True heroes put the well-being of others before their own, as young Bridger did. If you, Mr. Michał Jastrzębski, are ever on a sinking ship, I expect you will elbow your way to the front of the line for the lifeboats, and make sure that you get the seat in one which you so obviously believe you deserve.
Load More Replies... Aragorn II Elessar 4 years ago
Call me old fashioned, but I was raised to be respectful everyone, especially women.
Deena Salzman 4 years ago
The world would be a better place if PEOPLE stood up for each other, especially the less powerful. You don't have to make this about gender.
Brent Hollett 4 years ago
I really think the point has been lost here, if you're injecting adult politics into a six year old boy protecting his 3(?) yr old sister? The difference in age is far more the discerning thing here, than any dangly bits or lack thereof.
Oskar vanZandt 4 years ago
The instinctual protection by an older sibling of a younger... this boy has it in spades. I wish him a speedy recovery!
Myrtille rat 4 years ago
This sweet little boy has a brave and pure soul <3 but what kind of friends let your childrens play around their dangerous dogs;I hope the said guy paid for the emergency costs and that he's been obligated to give training/education lessons to that dog in prior to be able to keep it, he could even take a few lessons for himself stupid human
Astrid Nineor 4 years ago
Training is importanr, but, Any dog can snap for seemingly no reasonn, just like humans - they may never have thought of it as dangerous ( which is why children should never be left unattended with dogs,,)
Load More Replies... Myrtille rat 4 years ago
you are absolutly right but as the story said :"After their friend pointed out which of them was the mean one" I assumed that the doggie was known for being aggressive
Rissie 4 years ago
If it's possible to intervene, then it's more than a snap or whatever. Owners should know their dogs, if a dog has aggresive tendencies, then they should be very short leashed and be kept away from kids. If kids want to go into a yard with a dog like that, you prevent them from doing that. Not the other way around. It's an adult's responsibilty period. Sure you try to teach kids, but they are allowed to mess up and be good hearted. Bridger has great instincts, that's for sure. And this owner should not be allowed to have dogs. And no, I would never let my kids alone with even the sweetest of dogs if I wasn't the one that raised the dog. Young dogs especially might even just be playful, but they can still injure a young child just by jumping up to them.
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
In this case, it was stated that children went into the backyard where there was "the mean one" (dog). The brother and sister were basically strangers to that dog. Why weren't the adults in that house using their brains for God's sake???
Karen Lyon 4 years ago
Myrtille rat: Please take a deep breath. The dog was a puppy, and puppies aren't always well behaved despite training. The owner had it put down, if it makes you feel better.
Aragorn II Elessar 4 years ago
Kudos from Gondor. Bridger will be welcome in the ranks of the forces of Gondor, should he so desire, and I would welcome him as the Captain of my Guard. I would like to thank him for his selflessness, and I have no doubt he would have acted the same way should Sauron himself attack. Due to covid however, you will have to settle for a virtual knighting.
Jonathan Armstrong 4 years ago
I hope the dog didn't get put down. I just can't stand the idea of killing a dog. It didn't know anybody. I'm also glad the kids are alive with only one harmed.
Karen Lyon 4 years ago
Jonathan Armstrong: The owner did have it put down, sadly. It is too bad, but some dogs just don't socialize with people well.
Load More Replies... Jim Takahashi 4 years ago
The owner has the whole responsibility and should be punished sevrely. The dog was also a victim here. _ Why do you think this happens?
cassiushumanmother 4 years ago
"Children" are not "people". We don't know how it happens, why? Were the dog unsocialized or just not watched by his owner? What the kids were doing? What the dogs were doing? Children sadly can misbehave in front of a dog. That's not their fault at all, that's education. I ALWAYS WATCH MY DOG WITH CHILDREN, i don't watch him with my tiny little rabbit, my rabbit know how to behave with him, she's even bossing him around. I can leave the room without any doubt. I don't feel comfortable at all with children around my dog. An accident could happens so fast, children are very energetic and loud, that's not how dogs works, I ALWAYS WATCH. Even a "good" socialized dog can be dangerous for a child.
Dave Chapman 4 years ago
First & foremost, Bridger....you truly are my Hero!! My career has been putting myself in danger to help others. I became a Fire Fighter because of this instinct in me, I would LOVE to Welcome you into the Fraternal Brotherhood of Fire Fighters...you have the Heart for it young man!!! You are our Brother! Next, I was heartbroken to learn that this was a German Shepherd X that did this...I don't know what this dog was crossed with, but every GSD I've known, or owned, has been a sweetheart with children. In fact, I consider them to be faithful family pets! BUT...there's always that exception and if this person knew this dog to be "mean", it needs Professional Training from the age of 6 months onward, and needs to be kept away from children until you're sure the dog knows his place! Without that training, if this 1 y/o dog is acting aggressively, it will continue to be aggressive! This dog is a "child" itself and was obviously in desperate need of responsible ownership!!!
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
Unfortunately, it is always a dog who pays for his owner's irresponsible ownership, and that's wrong.
Chris DiFonso 4 years ago
It it was known that the dog was "mean" why was it allowed off leash, and unsupervised, near children? Bridger and/or his sister could have been killed!
Geoff 4 years ago
Courage doesn't come from a gun... or a cool tattoo... or an expensive car... or big muscles.... or a group of friends. Courage isn't bullying others or threatening someone weaker than you or beating up someone who disagrees with you. Courage is taking the hit for someone else when you know it's going to hurt. Courage is standing in front of the fire so someone else doesn't have to. Courage is dealing with pain to protect another person. THIS is courage... and it's time we as a society learned what the word means, and stopped pretending that it has anything to do with being a "tough" guy. I've seen grown men act like children... and today I saw a child act like a MAN.
Aragorn II Elessar 4 years ago
Courage isn’t the lack of fear, but rather, facing your fear and winning through
Little Dino 4 years ago
Super brave and cute boy! I wish more people in the world were like him. love from Ohio <3
Colin Mochrie At Its Finest 4 years ago
That was a great act of heroism from him. But I wonder why the kids were able to be around the dog thst was known to be mean? I have an aggressive dog and I run a childcare...no way would my dog be anywhere but locked in our room with my husband or in the side yard-where we built 2 fences and a heated|air conditioned dog house, plus a locked doggy door. Husband locks the backdoor and takes her potty when we are outside. Once he forgot and we came back, and started eating-I brought it to his attention and had all the kids get up and go outside for a minute. So many precautions!
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
Aunt Messy is a real "sweetheart" isn't she? Only "people" deliberately - without purpose attack others, cause pain and suffering. Those children were strangers to that dog, so maybe that dog did want to protect his owner's property which dogs usually do. Of course we know the answer: Aunt Messy has a tiny brain and no heart, no consideration for other people's feelings, no compassion what so ever.
Load More Replies... Mary Jane Love 4 years ago
Gtfo of here. You have such a disgusting mindset to be this rotten to someone who is clearly taking precautions to keep everyone safe. You don’t need “a tiny penis” to care for an animal who is aggressive. You just need to have more than a tiny heart. Which you obviously wouldn’t understand.
SuavePotato 4 years ago
You don't have to insult everybody like that. My dog would be considered vicious, but only because he is over-friendly, and will jump and pull (in a way that some would call aggressive) to only give a sniff and lick you. I don't think my dog would ever attack someone. And the fact that the dog attacked the boy is bad ownership. But you don't have to s**t on everyone with a "vicious" dog.
Bill Taylor 4 years ago
Aww, poor little guy, such a cutie and protecting his sister. I hope he is OK.
A Random Guy 4 years ago (edited)
May this boy live a long and prosperous life ❤. He is a real man. Kudos from the US (Something tells me that he will make a better president than the one we have now).
Paige Jordan 4 years ago
This sweet young man would have done this for anyone. Honestly it being for his sister only made him fight that much harder. But he would have protected a perfect stranger or another animal from that dog. His heart is just that big.
Courtney Christelle 4 years ago
And to think my brother wouldn't even stand up to his friends when they bullied me. I wish that little boy was my big brother.
Thorin Teague 4 years ago
Nice, take someone else's thunder and make it about yourself. I'm guessing its a habit.
Load More Replies... Jarrod Nichols 4 years ago
Chris Evans gave him a Capt America shield. Good job. Now GO MEET THIS BOY!
C.S. 4 years ago
There is still honor and courage in this world. And I mean honor. I mean take knighthood, King Arthur legend, self sacrificing, taking a loss so that another can have a boost, true hero spirit. If our children have it, there is still hope for this world.
Jessica Peterson 4 years ago
What a very irresponsible pet owner. Even my aggressive Pitbull who will bite you if feel threatened or you walk on our property knows it's not to attack children.
SaraFromHell 4 years ago
Oh! Choked me up! No doubt my boy would do that for his sister....no doubt. What a TRUE..hero. You know he wasn't thinking I'll be famous..he was thinking...not my sister! Hes just a hero. A REAL HERO!💝
Kim 4 years ago
Dogs rarely just attack unprovoked. The story lacks what happened before the incident, that may have stressed out the dog. Kids often stress animals to dangerous levels when they’re playing. Another thing, if they knew this dog had some problems, why did they let him be around the kids?
Mary Jane Love 4 years ago (edited)
What happened before is irrelevant to the story. This story isn’t about the dog and whether or not it’s at fault. This story is about the boy who protected his sister. Had the writer tried to make the dog out to seem evil then yea, I’d want to know. But that wasn’t the case.
El Dee 4 years ago
What a wonderful and courageous young man. You can't 'teach' this kind of behaviour, it comes from within. He will become a fine man when he grows up. I just hope that as he is so young the scars will fade as he grows. People show so much prejudice to men with scars on their faces, not waiting to hear the heroic story behind it..
Belandriel 4 years ago
That's very likely the most badass-thing I have ever heard of. You fearless son of a... knight!
Jennifer Gould 4 years ago
I am crying! What an amazing and brave boy! Oh my heart! I hope he heals quickly! God bless!
Stella Behnan 4 years ago
Such an inspiration even if he is only 6. Everyone should protect their siblings like that. Way to go, Bridger
Puna 4 years ago
Sweet big brother. Since there was no mention of the breed of the dog you know it wasn't a Pittie.
Alicia Stock 4 years ago
Yep, you're right. It says it was a German Shepherd mix.
Load More Replies... Éva Nemes 4 years ago
NOT superhero!, just a little child, who love his sister ;) So simple...
Van Nguyen 4 years ago
So touched and amazed that a 6-year old would be this brave! If he ran away by himself it is totally understandable, he's 6! But he chose to stay and save his sister, I truly admire this little boy! Wish him and his family all the best!!!!
Myxomatosis 4 years ago
I have the *exact same dog bite on my face*. I was attacked in the dark by my sister's dog at 32 years old. I know what lies ahead for Bridger with recovery. It's a long one. I love him for what he did. He is going to make an amazing man and husband.
Thorin Teague 4 years ago
Nothing about this story makes me feel anything good or happy at all. I hope the animal was either put down or taken somewhere it can exist safely, and the owners had all their animals taken away and were brought up on the applicable criminal charges.
Mary Jane Love 4 years ago
It is stated at the bottom that they hold no ill will towards the owners and have in fact grown closer together. So obviously they know.
Carol Roeder 4 years ago
I just saw this on the Today show! I don't know one six year old that would do what this young man did. He is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! You are a true HERO in my eyes!
Jeb Raitt 4 years ago
Brave lad! That is heroism in it truest form - and keeping his cool afterwards, caring for himself, makes it even better. If he has scars from that incident, I hope he wears them with pride.
Ellen Daniels 4 years ago
Will the boy need scar revision plastic surgery? Maybe financial contributions to that would be a nice addition to videos & e-mails?
Ellen Daniels 4 years ago
I love all animals, even those that bite. However, sounds to me like the dog owner didn't fulfill his responsibility to the dog or the children.
Shulammite Liu 4 years ago
You know... after reading this article i feel kind of stupid. There are so much kind people in the world that are nice to their siblings and risk their own life to save others, and here i am, being mean to my own sister, taking her toys and stuff! I should really be more kind.
sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
A remarkable young boy, he has parents, who taught him well, at that age, to quickly take charge, and protect his little sister, I am extremely impressed, God Bless him !!!
Mishte Tine 4 years ago (edited)
Cheeky ones these two are. What a wonderful brother. When I caught on fire from the kitchen fireplace as a kid, my brother just laughed.
Billy The Kid 4 years ago
2 words - MEGA HERO! If there is a story to remember in time to come, this is certainly one of those!
Sue Hubbard 4 years ago
An absolute true hero. How many adults would have done that? Amazing boy. Xx
Nena Siller 4 years ago
If someone makes a go fund me this adorable hero I would love to contribute!
David K 4 years ago
That boy is a true hero and there is no doubt about that, but please please, never ever try to step into a fight involving large breeds of dogs and tell all your children too. It is a very dangerous idea. I know that adrenaline rush when you want to save someone´s life and you see no barriers, but dog is ALWAYS faster than you if you fight him with bare hands.
Aragorn II Elessar 4 years ago
I don’t think he stepped into the fight. The dog seems to have attacked, and he did the only thing he could
Gigi 4 years ago
Its too bad that the boy had to feel like he had to risk his life to be a super hero. Poor kid.... I hope the parents took legal action and the dog that attacked him, was put down!
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
The owner should not keep dogs and children without supervision. Dogs, animals do not deliberately attack and hurt people, people hurt and kill people. You are going to fix this world, sweet Gigi.
Load More Replies... meepcat 4 years ago
It was a Shepard mix Any dog can or will be aggressive...Dogs have teeth children are touchy and grabby don't leave kids and dogs together idiots
Load More Replies... Azure Adams 4 years ago
That little girl better never be a d**k to her brother since he got all scarred up defending her a*s
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
Putting down animals did not, will not save world from irresponsible, indifferent, ignorant, arrogant, cruel, heinous people. Our planet is not being destroyed by animals.
Load More Replies... Jonathan Armstrong 4 years ago
Became good friends with the kids family. Really a freak thing that can, given time, be forgiven.
Load More Replies... NavyDave 4 years ago
An attempt at rehabilitation should at least be made. If this was Sweden, the owner would be responsible for the damages.
Load More Replies... JessG 4 years ago
It says the two families are close, they did not fault the owner. And, shot?! Really?! A bit extreme
Mme de Poppadom 4 years ago
Well.. I hope they're close, because someone's insurance will need to pay for the child's mauled face. It's always awkward having to sue your friend or relative to get accident expenses covered.
meepcat 4 years ago
Why do dogs bite...It is never random potential causes 1)touchy grabby child 2)pain 3)territory 4)fear 5)training or lack of ...simple dog behavior but I agree children should not be left alone or unsupervised with dogs especially large ones....If a dog bites a person is usually to blame
Load More Replies... Isle_of_stressed_pilots 4 years ago
@jiriw The only reason a dog will bite someone is if the person is making the dog feel threatened, or if the owner hasn't trained the dog properly (and that's the OWNERS fault)
Mme de Poppadom 4 years ago
Don't worry, we'll show the dog this post so it will be rightfully shamed.
Jessica 4 years ago
Dude we've trained our American Pitbull Terrier to not be so aggressive he has never attacked a child like this ever. And he is that dog people are afraid of and he has bit adult people before never drawing blood. I think that dogs act out and be aggressive when they're trained that way, or they're not being taken care of properly
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago
What's wrong with Jessica's comment? Irresponsible people need more training than dogs do.
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