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Heroic Retiree Survives Brutal Kangaroo Attack While Rescuing Dog

2/11/2026

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Col, a retiree in regional Victoria, survived a brutal kangaroo attack while rescuing his dog.
He intervened with a stick when the kangaroo threatened his pet.
The kangaroo charged, headbutted, and grabbed Col's head.
Col's friend used a shovel to fend off the animal.
Col sustained serious injuries, spent six hours in hospital, and described the attack as lasting about 25 seconds.

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Story summary

Col, a retiree in regional Victoria, survived a brutal kangaroo attack while rescuing his dog.
He intervened with a stick when the kangaroo threatened his pet.
The kangaroo charged, headbutted, and grabbed Col's head.
Col's friend used a shovel to fend off the animal.
Col sustained serious injuries, spent six hours in hospital, and described the attack as lasting about 25 seconds.