Mail-Lady Rushes Dog To Vet After Being Bit By A Snake, Alerts Family Via Doorbell Cam
In Georgia, a postal worker has become an unlikely hero after rescuing a dog bitten by a venomous snake, saving its life.
Holle Prigmore, a dedicated dog enthusiast, works as a mail carrier for the US Postal Service in Haralson County, Georgia. The best part of her day is meeting the various dogs on her delivery route. "I always say, not every dog might like me at first, but by the time I'm done, they usually do," Prigmore shared with Fox 5 Atlanta.
However, a recent encounter took a scary turn when she spotted Ginger, a black beagle mix, limping near the roadside last Friday. It turned out Ginger had been bitten by a snake, later identified as a copperhead. Using the homeowner's doorbell camera, Prigmore typed a message on her phone to alert them about the situation and swiftly took Ginger to a veterinarian.
Holle and Ginger / Credit: Kelsey Proctor
Owners Kelsey and Aaron Proctor shared a heartfelt tribute to Prigmore on Facebook as they described what had happened and asked friends to help them identify their hero.
She wrote: "Haralson County/Buchanan friends: I am looking for the name of this post office worker. I see her badge but it’s too blurry for me to read. Our dog, Ginger, was bitten by a copperhead snake today while we were at work.
This sweet woman took our girl to the vet and left us a note on her phone in our camera to see. I know someone out there has to know her. I want to thank her from the bottom of my heart. Thankfully, Ginger is going to be okay, and I truly believe it’s because of this woman. Help me find her!"
The post circulated quickly within the area, and Prigmore was identified as the postal worker who had saved the day. She even commented on the Proctors' post, "My absolute pleasure to help. Ginger is a doll baby."
"I just think that speaks a lot about her and her character that she was so willing to jump in and help out when she didn't know anything about us," Kelsey said, emphasizing the compassion and selflessness displayed by Prigmore.
Kelsey had the chance to meet and personally thank Prigmore for her heroic actions on Wednesday. As for Ginger, she is doing well. She's still a little sore from the bite but hasn't had any major issues since she received treatment.
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