Karina Chikitova survives 12 nights in Siberia and vows to become a doctor
- Karina Chikitova survived alone in a Siberian forest for almost two weeks when she was five years old.
- She now seeks to become a doctor, leaving behind her dancing career.
- At 14, she revealed in an interview that she dislikes the fame surrounding her survival story.
In 2014, Karina Chikitova, a five-year-old girl from Russia, made headlines worldwide when she survived for twelve nights alone in a Siberian forest filled with bears and wolves. During her ordeal, she relied on her loyal puppy, Naida, for warmth and companionship. The courageous dog ultimately left Karina's makeshift bed to seek help, leading rescuers to find Karina, whose body was marked by mosquito bites and extreme fear. Despite her harrowing experience, Karina's journey did not end there; it became a pivotal moment in her life as she gained international attention. As she matured over the years, Karina chose to move away from her initial pursuit of dance, a talent she possessed, and turned her ambitions toward the medical field. Now, at 14 years old, she has expressed her desire to become a doctor during a primetime interview on Russian state television, where she shared that she dislikes the fame that her survival story has brought her. Karina reflects on her experience with Naida, indicating that while she no longer remembers the playful moments they spent together, she is grateful for the dog’s role in saving her life. Ultimately, her survival has shaped her future aspirations as she hopes to contribute to society through the medical profession.