Leia, the endearing German Shepherd, isn’t one for cuddles; rather she demonstrates her affection through more subtle gestures like remaining near those who mean a lot to her and protecting them.
Her loyalty is truly awe-inspiring, and recently she demonstrated this in a heartbreakingly beautiful manner.
When her beloved grandfather had to spend a night in the hospital, she showed everyone exactly how much she cared for him and missed his presence.
This year, Katie Snyder had the genius idea of sending her daughter Leia for a refreshing visit with Grandma and Grandpa.
Leia instantly adored Snyder’s parents, yet since she wasn’t particularly affectionate, no one initially comprehended how profoundly her bond with his father extended.
Suddenly, one evening Snyder’s father was struck with a medical emergency and had to be rushed to the hospital.
While Snyder’s parents were celebrating their 40th anniversary, his father urgently had to hurry to the hospital and leave his wife behind. As a result, Snyder’s mother was forced to return home alone.
While the current circumstances prohibited her from being with her husband in the hospital, she was comforted knowing Leia would be there at home to support and keep her company.
When Leia comprehended that Snyder’s dad wasn’t coming home, she became extremely distressed and revealed the deep admiration she’d developed for him.
The miserable pup was slumped against the door, her head hung in grief and dejection as she waited for her beloved daddy to come back home. All she wanted was his presence – nothing else mattered more than that moment of reunion with him.
As Leia’s admiration for Snyder’s father blossomed, Snyder decided to keep her with them permanently. It was quite apparent that from then on he would act as a loving father figure in her life.
Snyder’s dad walked through the door and Leia erupted in joyous celebration. Her beloved companion had returned, much to her delight! Snyder shared with The Dodo that “Leia knows now he is HER human.” This joyful story of the reunion will surely make your heart swell with happiness!
Today, Leia is delighted to be able to spend the rest of her days with her father figure, and it appears that their pairing was predestined.
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(h/t: thedodo)