Rescued Shelter Dog Falls In Love With His Teenaged Human Brother

Dec 10, 2019 by apost team

15-year-old Mason decided he wanted a dog, when he came across neglected shelter dog, Hedgie, he knew he had to help. After bringing Hedgie home, the duo formed an incredible bond. 

According to The Dodo, when Mason saw Hedgie he was only 5-months-old. The shelter told the family that the puppy had spent the first part of his life tied to a tree. He had been neglected and learned to be afraid of humans. Mason knew that this puppy needed a home, so he adopted him.

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The first day at his new home was not a good one. Hedgie was convinced he was going to be hurt. He fled to the nearest table and stayed crouched there all day according to The Dodo. But things were about to change. Mason took Hedgie to his room and let him sleep in his bed. Mason's mom told publication, "In the morning it was like a different dog, he was so connected to Mason."

Mason finally had the pet he had wanted so badly, and Hedgie finally had the love he deserved. They spent all their time together. Mason taught his friend to do all kinds of tricks like speaking on command and giving high-fives. Hedgie was a smart puppy and picked it all up in no time.

A few months passed, and the family noticed that Hedgie was having trouble walking and eating. They took him to the vet and were told that he had megaesophagus and myasthenia gravis. Mason's mother told The Dodo that it's usually recommended putting the puppy down because his problems would need lots of care. Mason and his family knew that was not an option.

They bought a special chair for Hedgie to sit in while he eats. It uses gravity to help dogs with megaesophagus swallow, and it worked perfectly! Mason had to give Hedgie a bit of help, but he didn’t mind at all.

Even though Hedgie is all grown up, he and Mason are still as close as when he was a puppy. They still sleep in the same bed and are the best of friends. Hedgie needs more room to sleep now, but Mason is happy to share it with him.

Hedgie's days of being sad, afraid, and lonely are behind him because someone saw that he was worthy of love and care. A little kindness transformed a scared puppy into a best friend and gave one boy the most loyal friend in the world!

Aren't Mason and Hedgie the cutest? Do you have a pet yourself? If so, let us know if you share a special bond with them. Don't forget to pass this story on to your animal loving friends!