By Kevin Smith
In a touching Reddit post from a few months ago, a user shared a video showing their dogs comforting their anxious sibling. The video features Huxley, a small Shih Tzu, and Winnie, a white deaf dog, gently caring for their older brother, Rex, an English/French Mastiff mix.
Rex struggles with severe anxiety stemming from a traumatic past with multiple abusive owners. The clip captures the heartwarming bond between the three dogs as Huxley and Winnie provide comfort and reassurance to their troubled sibling.
From Trauma to Triumph: Rex’s Journey
In a poignant Reddit post titled “From Abusive Owners to Loving Paws,” Rex’s remarkable journey unfolds. Rex, an English/French Mastiff mix, suffered severe abuse from his previous owners, leaving him with deep-seated anxieties and fear triggers. His current owner, the fourth he’s had since puppyhood, rescued him at 1.5 years old from a situation where he endured physical punishment and shock collars.
Due to this traumatic past, Rex developed resource guarding tendencies, fear of loud noises, brooms, and other triggers. His behavior became so challenging that one previous owner contemplated euthanasia. Despite efforts by multiple families to rehabilitate him, Rex struggled to find stability until he found his current home.
Over the past 2.5 years, Rex’s owner has dedicated himself to rehabilitating Rex. While Rex still copes with anxiety-related behaviors, he has made significant progress. He now enjoys the company of his dog and human siblings, a stark contrast to his earlier struggles.
Reflecting on their journey together, Rex’s owner shared, “He was my first dog post-divorce, when I was single, so we kind of helped each other a lot.” The bond between Rex and his owner exemplifies resilience and the healing power of patience, love, and understanding.
Rex is anxious so his siblings try and take care of him. (OC)
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Bound By Love: Rex, Winnie, and Huxley’s Heartwarming Story
A heartwarming video shared on Reddit captures the inseparable bond between Rex, Winnie, and Huxley. In moments of anxiety, Rex’s canine siblings, Huxley the fearless Shih Tzu and Winnie the deaf white dog, rush to comfort him with kisses and unwavering affection.
But beyond these touching gestures lies a deeper connection. Huxley, ever joyful and unafraid, brings a sense of happiness simply by being part of their loving family. Winnie, relying on visual cues due to her deafness, has formed a profound bond with Rex. She follows him everywhere, trusting him implicitly despite his occasional vocalizations when anxious—a behavior not of aggression but of fear.
Rex, in turn, has adapted to Winnie’s needs, acting as her ears and helping her navigate their world. Their symbiotic relationship has played a crucial role in Rex’s journey of recovery, drawing him out of his shell and into a place of security and love.
The trio’s endearing interactions have captivated online audiences, garnering nearly 21K upvotes on Reddit and touching the hearts of many. Commenters have expressed admiration for the bond shared among Rex, Winnie, and Huxley, praising their owner for providing such a loving home.
Reflecting on their remarkable journey together, Rex’s owner shares, “I’ve always said I’m really lucky to have such a cool dog.” Indeed, their story exemplifies the transformative power of love and companionship in overcoming adversity.
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