6 year-old diabetic strives to live a 'normal' life, hopes for diabetic alert dog

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Reporter - Todd Faulkner
Photojournalist - Chad Darnall

Story Created: Fri Sep 28, 2012 5:44 PM

Story Updated: Fri Sep 28, 2012 9:49 PM

MARSHALL COUNTY, Ky. — Parents want their children to live happy, healthy and independent lives. 

However, one local couple says they're worried their 6 year-old son won't be able to without the help of a very special four legged friend. 
 
The boy's condition isn't unusual, but the one thing that will help him the most certainly is. 
 
To learn more about Kyzer Phillps, his Type 1 Diabetes and how you can help his family raise money to purchase a Diabetic Alert Dog, click here. 
 
Please click and watch the accompanying video to learn more about Kyzer, his condition and his family's effort to purchase a dog.   If you're reading this story on our mobile app please go to the videos section. 
 
There are several ways you can make a tax deductible donation to help the Phillips purchase Bailey, a Diabetic Alert Dog, for Kyzer. 
 
The family has set up an account with CFSB.  You can write a check to Kyzer Phillips (attn: Jason Jones) and mail the check to:  CFSB, ATTN: Jason Jones, 221 West 5th Street
Benton, KY 42025 
 
You can also make tax deductible donations at www.tidewaterk9.com/cares -  Just click on the button below Kyzer's name - click here to donate.