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Hero Dog Kai Saves Grandfather’s Life In A Heart-Stopping Rescue

January 15, 2025

Today's good news story comes from San Angelo, Texas.

A Doberman named Kai has been credited with saving his owner’s life in a dramatic turn of events. Kai’s quick thinking and remarkable actions ensured that his owner’s grandfather received critical medical care in the nick of time.

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According to the family, the incident began when Kai’s owner’s grandfather became unresponsive while sitting in a recliner. Sensing that something was wrong, the untrained but highly perceptive dog sprang into action.

Despite never having been taught to operate doors, Kai managed to open a round doorknob, make his way outside, and alert the neighborhood with persistent barking.

Kai’s urgent barks caught the attention of concerned neighbors, one of whom promptly contacted the San Angelo Police Department. When officers arrived at the scene, they carefully assessed Kai’s demeanor and determined he was friendly, allowing them to enter the home. Inside, they discovered the grandfather still in the recliner, unresponsive and in dire need of medical attention.

@thisiskaiserr Basically now I'm allowed on all the furniture and get handed all the scraps #hero #dogeescue #doberman #traineddog #bestboy #goodestboy ♬ original sound - Kai the Doberman

Emergency responders rushed the man to the hospital, where he was diagnosed with sepsis, a severe and life-threatening condition triggered by an infection. He spent ten days in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) receiving life-saving treatment.

According to a follow-up video shared by the family, doctors confirmed that without Kai’s intervention, the grandfather might not have survived.

"He would have died if he hadn't made it to the hospital in time," Kai's owner said.

The family has since praised Kai as their hero, highlighting the dog’s unwavering loyalty and instinctive actions.