Great Dane Finds a New Grandma On Hiking Trail | The Dodo

[@gijsv8419]

She may be 82 years old, but her spirit and behaviour makes her much younger. Such a pleasant person.

[@unknown-ot7xy]

U make no sense

[@lol69970]

@@unknown-ot7xy I understood it

[@cmarq817]

My deepest condolences to Grandma for the loss of her husband. And great to see her hiking and laughing with Kernel and the kind lady ❤❤

[@valenciabarnes3840]

😊

[@valenciabarnes3840]

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@viccimauldin9786]

You made her older life soooo much better.

[@ML_SE]

I think it's mutual. We have so much to learn from those who's elderly. 🤓🇸🇪

[@namantherockstar]

Dodo inspires me.. My parents said if i get 35K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally Begging...

[@engelinaschuurmans7648]

Older?

[@ninez2698]

And sooooo much richer😃

[@MrEhole]

Cmon... She's not THAT old. :)

[@robinworkman7649]

That is the sweetest thing I’ve ever seen! As a woman who’s getting older and learning to value my pets, in a different way, I can really appreciate her love of colonel and YOU! I am so proud of you for making this woman’s life so much more enlightened and just so,so happy!

[@cq9882]

Ditto

[@minimaker5600]

Well said!

[@PARoth2011]

70 is hot on my heels and I hope I’m this active, happy and walking with my dogs at 82, she is amazing. Such a beautiful story, I really appreciated this.

[@Laura-kl7vi]

She didn't need to "learn" to value pets. I"m sure she's been around dogs before.

[@Zashmir]

Oh, what a precious lady the grandma is!

[@namantherockstar]

Dodo inspires me.. My parents said if i get 35K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally Begging...

[@chrispybaycon-m6m]

I guarantee this grandma has considered making homemade treats for the dogs

[@xochitlo3878]

And Kernel's mom is precious too for caring and inviting grandma into her and the pack's lives 😍

[@susantommis8756]

Such a wondful VD. You all found each other.!Kernel got a new grandma. And Grandma and you both found a new friend. And Grandma can take pics of all the dogs that you will be able to treasure for ever . Thank you.❤❤

[@ellaaltman2137]

THIS is the content I am here for. Heart lifting, soul stirring, smile throughout content. People taking care of people, all through their love of a very special pup. Kernel, gorgeous boy, you are a rock star!

[@justmepraying]

I agree 💫

[@jeremiahwindsor6114]

Imagine being this simple

[@nedthumberland]

Whoever truly loves you is your family. Alyssa, Kernel, and his new grandma are a beautiful family.

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

Yes!!!! I agree 1,000,000%‼️ 🫶👏

[@Jen7867]

This is so true. Love it.

[@dalehoward5416]

Beautiful. Absolutely beautiful. Sending much love your way. God bless. 🩷💚💜 There are soooo many good people in this world. Such a perfect world with these people in it.

[@ahill4642]

The fact that this beautiful grandma can stay on her feet while surrounded by this many rowdy dogs is a feat in itself. Impressive! What a great story all the way around. ❤️

[@cynthiaann4465]

It’s nice for safety reasons that she walks with you now.

[@Izastwin]

People don't realise that when they get to this age it is so important to have people around that love them and they love them back. What this young lady and her pupper have done is give an aged woman a happier lease on life and a reason to get up every morning. This is absolutely beautiful❤💜

[@Laura-kl7vi]

At any age. It can be harder to keep up with friends when you're older, but she's obviously healthy and active. About half of these comments, though well meaning, make ageist assumptions about people's lives. She's not in a nursing home. She didn't need a 'new lease on life" or a "reason to get up in the morning" most likely. What assumptions! She lost her husband but most older women (especially) who are able to be active still have friends.

[@susanjane4784]

I don't post on Dodo that often but I cannot say enough about this one. My Mom has passed at 90 years old and she loved her walks and her dogs. This grandma is no lightweight! Very uplifting vid.

[@yvonnemurray5537]

Probably one of fav vids. What a cool 82 year old. I’m 75 & not nearly that spry! I’ve heard the saying that there are no coincidences…I really think this was a match meant to be. The timing of your Grandma passing & then you meet a lovely couple on the trails that your dog falls in love with & then the husband passes & you form such a wonderful friendship with his widow & all the dogs. You & Kernel needed a grandma in your lives and this grandma needed a new friend group. Wow…just amazing.

[@j.williford179]

This is one of the best Dodo videos I have seen. Such a lovely story.

[@namantherockstar]

Dodo inspires me.. My parents said if i get 35K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally Begging...

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

@@namantherockstar 📷! 👍🫶 I hope you get it! 👏

[@doodles3075]

Ive seen single people being introduced and matched by their dogs, but never one picking a grandma up😊 Its fantastic that Kernel is so gentle with her❤

[@marshmallow3851]

Kernel is such a sweetheart ,he has shown love for the grandma as they share a bond that becomes a lasting friendship!He heals her broken soul and becomes her best buddies ❤ Grandma indeed has found a friend in him! Awesome ❤

[@namantherockstar]

Dodo inspires me.. My parents said if i get 35K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally Begging...

[@rose.g.]

This 82 year old woman is amazing and an inspiration to all. I'm so glad Cal got to meet Colonel and left a friend behind for his lovely wife.

[@mothman1984]

A great dane meets a great grandmother. What a sad but yet beautiful story this is. Thanks for sharing this sweet friendship 💙🐕

[@krissy0628]

crazy how Kernel brought Alyssa and Cal together. She needed Cal as much as she did. Losing her grandma, and mom, I am sure she finds much joy too in Cal. This is just so beautiful; I cried.

[@zentherapist1]

This has got to be my favorite story…good people, good dogs, the outdoors, and so much compassion and care.

[@shinjuinoue6600]

I agree that this is a great story ❤

[@Troublethegremlin]

What a way to change someone’s life after heartache. So amazing how animals brought you all closer. Unbelievably sweey

[@Castlependragon]

At first I was like, please don't say "old people". Being on my way there myself😂 But then I realized what was happening. Your reaction to Cal's passing was just so kind and heartfelt. I love that the pack has adopted Grandma. Just beautiful

[@ahill4642]

80 is the new 60! No shame in “old”, we should all be so lucky! ❤️

[@kidfortoday]

Ok boomer

[@jackgallagher4146]

Do people's dissatisfaction with being placed in the old category seriously continue until your 80s?!

[@pegs1659]

Isn't that funny? I hate when someone calls me 65 years young. I much prefer 65 years old. I'm old, ok?

[@milomilo55]

@@kidfortoday Really?

[@pauladavis4924]

I am 71 and have a life long love of animals. This is such a wonderful thing that you and Kernel have done to reach out in kindness. An animal companion can help healing.

[@lanamichalski3208]

I feel bad for the lady's loss of her husband, but it is so beautiful in other ways. Giving her a purpose, friendship, exercise, being in nature, and of course the best thing in the world, being with Kernal and the other dogs. ❤

[@IMeMineWho]

As someone who has lost worse than her😢, let me just say I got a baby dwarf lop bun just before June and he definitely has brightened my day and even have laughs with his Napoleon complex (although his daring can scare me a bit). Pets bring sunshine into the darkest times.

[@animeaunty]

The crummy side of a long life 😕 U bury alot of precious people 🥺

[@nmspy]

She seems very happy still, death is terrible but natural, I’m sure she new she gave him the best live he could live!

[@samsonian]

@@nmspyshe seems to have a very healthy bead on the fact that death is just another part of life. One of the best things anyone can do in life is to realize that death and dying is not to be feared but embraced; although we miss those we have lost it makes the time we had spent with them all the more valuable and teaches us that even if we end up with mementos willed to us by our loved one recently passed it does not bring their vibrancy back to this plane of existence. To learn to slow down, value and enjoy the time we get to share with our loved ones is such an important lesson to absorb and it is so heartwarming to witness this happening for Kernel’s new BGFF (Best Grandma Friend Forever 😊). May we all strive to foster and nurture relationships such as these in our lives; we never know how long they will last and every moment is sacred. Cheers everyone! 🖖😎👍

[@juanelorriaga2840]

I hear ya we lose so many loved ones and I hate it

[@Navigator2166]

Thank you for having a fearless open heart. It takes so little to help people. A little time. A little joy. A little love. Beautiful.💕

[@humanefuture3655]

She's not an "old lady" - she's a wood nymph. She looks absolutely radiant and she's in better shape than people half her age!

[@juliej5917]

Who could resist Colonel! And what a special boy to be around older people. He’s as gentle as a mouse. 🎉

[@cheriebrantner5543]

My Great Dane Rocky loved our neighbor Bob. He was elderly with a walker and would join our Dane in the yard to talk and walk together. Rocky was a youngster who instinctively knew how to behave with Bob. 2 buddies . It was so nice seeing them spend time together.

[@IMeMineWho]

Great Danes are such kind animals. If I had a house, I might have one again.

[@nopenope9118]

I love this! My boyfriend and I are about to purchase our first home. Our BFF roommate has a husky and we’re hoping to get a puppy once we move in. There are cows and a donkey in a field behind our new house and I want to become friends with them so badly. I love cows so much. I would love if our new neighbors were friends with our dog(s).

[@_Y.Not_]

What a gift you gave to her after the death of her husband, I'm sure it made the adjustment easier, less lonely and it works vice versa, she seems to have brought some light into your life as well, glad the two of you were able to be friends.

[@FWDSUXARSE]

It's good that the older lady is getting out and doing things still. I encourage my dad to do that since my mom recently passed away a few weeks ago. It's important for people to grieve and get out still. Such a great video, great dog, and great guardian.

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

🫶 I send you and your Dad my love, light, good vibrations, and support 🫂💕

[@maviewavie2326]

So sorry for the loss of your mother.

[@stephgreen3070]

I’m sorry you’re going through the loss of your mom. It’s so hard! Best wishes to you and your dad. Hang in there.

[@janetjinkens9636]

You are such a good woman to have made friends with this older woman and letting her be apart of your dog family. She needed you just at the right time. I know you have given her a sense of purpose.

[@calideb4437]

Alyssa, your story is a wonderful example of caring. As a widow myself, your kindness touched my heart. Our big dog (not quite as big as Kernel) died in April and my husband died unexpectedly in September of the same year. Such joy and connection you, Kernal & all the pups have with Grandma. Best wishes & many more walks to come for all of you ❤

[@ahill4642]

I hope you have now possibly downgraded to a smaller dog or two and found some dog friends to enjoy them with. ❤️ I wish you many more walks to come, too.

[@txlivin7819]

I am so sorry for your losses. I have been there. When it rains it pours. I hope your days continue to get better.

[@caligrace5688]

😭😭 I’m so sorry she lost her husband. But this was beautiful!!! It’s so good to see things like this, to remind us there is good in this world! And it’s so important we are show kindness and respect for all! ❤☺️😊

[@ladyjustice1474]

Dogs are so smart and empathetic. Kernel knew his new friend needed extra love and attention, and so does his owner.

[@hanoipetadoption1469]

This Great Dane Finds a New Grandma On Hiking Trail melting my heart. Thank The Dodo so much for this kindness video🤗

[@kp8381]

That whole video had me smiling. She looks fabulous for 82, and the love she has for Kernel and the pups goes both ways. Thank you for giving Grandma a purpose each day and the dogs adore her. Lovely. 💙🐶

[@paulconnett3654]

Him being called Colonel is just perfect. My respect to all of you in this video. Stay Strong Decent People. Cheer's 🇬🇧

[@MissTanya222]

This is what kindness is all about!!! Tears in my eyes because it’s so beautiful.❤

[@susanmulvey6311]

Me too!! 😍

[@mashudusimone578]

So true. Oh man this touched my heart ♥️

[@ahill4642]

It really is. So refreshing.

[@davebielke6319]

A Grandma and a bunch of 4 legged Babies together are a Tremendous blessing. I cry just seeing them

[@Glum1964]

I can’t BELIEVE that 82-year old woman stepped up onto that rock like that. Wow. I’m impressed!!❤

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

Right?! 8️⃣2️⃣ years young! ❤

[@indiatastic]

My daddy was stulill stepping up into a big rig (and driving full time) at that age!

[@AJR-zg2py]

If you keep active and moving, you'll have no issues. "People don't stop exercising because they get old - they get old because they stop exercising."

[@erikad0511]

If this wasn't the sweetest story, literally brought tears... She has a huge, kind ❤.... Glad they found each other

[@aowyn_]

omg 😭 that is so sad and that is a such a special dog and relationship that he has with that grandma, just beautiful 💙💜🩷

[@TaiNatsu]

Oh, my, I remember the video from a few years ago of Kernel and his Nana. I was shocked to know of her passing. But at the same time I feel a warmth in my heart because Kernel is such a loving soul and is improving the life of another long lived person. Bless him

[@katmadison7607]

This is a wonderful story! This has extended Grandma's life and is helping her with her grief. A new family built on love. From loss, love has been found. Heartwarming. Truly heartwarming !!😊😊❤❤

[@piikea2459]

Love the Dodo and this is one of the sweetest most heartwarming stories. Praying they will have many more years to enjoy their friendship.

[@mikerisner]

A story to tug at your heartstrings 🙂

[@blythegirl4348]

This is such a heartwarming story. This lovely lady was so kind to include this elder lady on her walks. She seems like such a nice person who loves dogs. Glad to see such stories in such a dark time.

[@linda6987]

You are what I call an earth angel. You have made such a joyful, loving and safe place for this lady! You arrived just in time. Please remember, there are no coincidences. Love Kernel and the other puppers too! 🐾♥️🐾

[@drbettyschueler3235]

I love this. I'm 79, and a widow, so I know how lonely it can get for us older people. I think it is wonderful these two ladies are able to be friends and take walks together with the dogs.

[@anitapownall9556]

Alyssa - what a great person to befriend this lady! It's not just Kernel, it is your friendship too!

[@Claudi.128]

So sweet giving her a purpose (friendship and a pack of pups) melts our hearts ❤️🇲🇽

[@Camdazny7]

God bless you, Grandma and Kernel. Such a sweet story.

[@chrisbarrett4037]

A truly heartwarming story. The love that is there between humans and dogs is immeasurable.

[@susan8471]

You, young lady, have probably given this older lady a new life....a happier one. This is so very nice of you.❤

[@Jax52reg]

I love Great Danes! Their size is intimidating but they are just the most lovable dogs on earth!

[@avocadoaficiando]

What a lovely reminder for me to go call my own Grandma ;)

[@ahill4642]

Aww, nice. Cherish that grandma! Celebrate her! ☺️ Ask her things about her life, preferably on video. About her childhood, about the other relatives. I never stop thinking of things I wish I’d asked my grandma. ❤️

[@willberk2920]

Things like this continue to admonish me to remember the saying “ cherish the moments”. This is the beauty in this life that should be newsworthy. Thank you so much for sharing, it brought happy tears to my eyes.

[@jiji.1038]

With all these stories from all over the world, The Dodo acts like a therapist for me. It always feels so great to hear about these beautiful relationships. ❤

[@indigowolf556]

This is an amazing story! You made grandma 's life complete ❤. You all formed an amazing tribe ❤❤❤🐩🐕🐾🐩🐕🐾🐕🐩🐾🐕🐩🐕🐩🐾🐕🐩

[@y_fam_goeglyd]

I remember the video of Kernel and his Nana. I'm so sorry that she's gone. But maybe she organised those first meetings with his new Grandma. It was good for everyone involved, that's for sure. Much love to them all ❤️❤️❤️

[@lisakropp3881]

Honestly this story is so sweet it should be made into a movie!

[@Lexielouwho]

Well damn, this made me cry. Lol. Such a heart warming story that makes me want to befriend a grandma who might be lonely and missing companionship.

[@anitapownall9556]

I am sure when you find a granny, it will be great! Love that generation, so many important things to learn from them.

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

@@anitapownall9556I agree with this statement 1,000%👏 If we open our ears and hearts there’s SO MUCH to learn from others, especially that generation. 🫶

[@sharonmerritt4261]

That was a sweet story. Sorry for that loss of Cal. You have helped Grandma so much. Dogs will get you through anything. Great story.

[@Sweetie67]

This is so sweet. My Great Dane always loved when my MIL would come and stay with us. So many people feared him but he was super gentle with her. He loved sitting next to her on the couch and liking the crumbs off her night gown. He didn't like the fact he could not sleep in her bed with her. I am sure he is sitting right next to her in heaven. There is definitely something special about this breed.

[@vilseck95]

Wow good job making grandma part of your life. You are a good woman!!!

[@Doggieworld3Show]

We gotta thank you for giving life to these hike dogs and hike granny too!

[@Rangerderp22]

Sometimes, a broken heart is gifted a Great Dane ❤

[@marciaguick9609]

Danes are awesome! Kernel even knows to be gentle around grandma. Beautiful!!❤❤❤

[@momojett]

That put ear to ear grins on my face the whole time watching it...what a wonderful friendship, thank you

[@beccac6451]

This is so wonderful, you guys gave her a purpose after loosing her husband. She is now not so lonely and has a reason to get up every day. You and Kernel probably saved her life.

[@kimmykimak3737]

Not all of us are so lucky to have someone like you walk into our lives to make it extra special. Thank you for your friendship to her and thank you to Kernel!

[@jenniferquackenbush7458]

So beautiful that an adorable Great Dane helped create a new friendship! 🐾❤️🐾

[@maryblakley3590]

I did not expect to cry over this episode. What a gift, for everyone.

[@dd3wc]

Such a heartwarming and sweet life story! How kind of you for striking up a bond with this lady … and making her feel welcomed, as the pack does. Even though she lost her life partner, it doesn’t mean she can’t still carry on and connect with others in a different way … and still get some enjoyment out of life! ❤ Love comes in many ways and forms! God bless! 🙌🙏❤️

[@Lisa.G412]

This friendship with the dog and the owner and getting her up and out of the house is gonna be her life line, thank u for being their for this lady! I would be happy if that was my grandmother

[@RavenQ5]

You made such a difference in her life! I have tears in my eyes right now. It shows you how the world is not filled up with mean people! You just need to look for the good. It’s there. And this video shows everything good. Thank you for being you

[@shinjuinoue6600]

This is one of the best videos ever, of an amazing elderly lady who hasn’t given up on life after her husband passed and a younger woman who with a number of dogs that are taken on hikes meet and it has made both of their lives special ❤ Bless grandma and her love of the dogs and especially the Great Dane, possibly with its gentle nature soothing grandma’s heart 🥰👏💕💕💕

[@sharonsassone2725]

How beautiful -- she has a new lease on life and the pups have a new grandma to love! You are a wonderful woman to help both species!!!❤

[@Laura-kl7vi]

Oh goodness. Why assume she needs a new lease on life? She lost her husband she's grieving but obviously is an active, healthy, lively person. Plenty of life. People surely make assumptions about the elderly. You aren't the only one who said this. It may be so for some people of any age (heck seeing my neighborhood dogs perks me up quite a bit when I'm down) but in face of evidence to contrary about THIS woman, people STILL say she was in need of being given a new lease on life.

[@Laura-kl7vi]

You say the young woman helped to old one and her dog. Did you not hear she just lost her grandma and her mom died when she was a child? The young woman was grateful she said for her dog connecting them as well.

[@Jackmack365]

What a lovely compassionate story on all sides. Unconditional love from Kernel too, they know when you need them. 🙏🏼

[@Bella-D]

This world is a much better place with animals and people like you! ❤🥰😍

[@BoardsportsGroup]

Growing old is a previledge denied so many, this is wonderful 🥰

[@constance1972]

Hello Pet Grandma! I heard you are 82 and that sounds young to me as I’m 73 . Waiting on this fall when I get a new knee so I can take beautiful walks with my dog too! ❤ Connie

[@Z1nny]

Wishing you all the best! I'm excited for you 🎉

[@kimdupre1111]

this is so heartwarming. we should all be so lucky to have a grandma🥰

[@palucas]

This meeting was meant to be. So heartwarming, thank you for sharing! ❤❤❤

[@carriebradley7634]

Thank you so much for befriending her and enriching her life. It's enriched yours and colonels as well. I wish we would all remember that this 83 yr old was once young just like you. She's still in that aging body, along with a ton of wisdom! 😊❤

[@bonniepwtf]

You have no idea how much you simple gesture had helped this woman. Glad I had a box of kleenex next to me.🥰

[@blackphilip8369]

"There isn't much better than going out on a walk with a bunch of your friends in the woods" Preach.

[@Glum1964]

This is the kind of sweet, kind, friendship that is made for humans and dogs. ❤

[@evelynberrios8164]

Grandma my deepest condolences for your loss. However, a beautiful Great Dane chose you as his grandma and his mom as your friend. Beautiful story of friendship and resilience. Enjoy the friendship.

[@steph87942k]

Oh my goodness this is so freaking sweet! And a lil sad 😢. Thank you for showing this woman compassion and giving her something to look forward to 🐕‍🦺🐕🐩🐾❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ManUntdForever]

What a lovely friendship.

[@suzieq23ify]

What a heartwarming story. You both as well as the pups are very lucky to have found each other.

[@janetg14]

That’s so sweet. Good for you for adopting her in lol. I think we need to care for the seniors around us more a lot of them are alone.

[@annjohnson8437]

This is one of the best things I've seen in a long time! Kindness and animals go hand in hand. I'm so glad your pup initiated a beautiful relationship! ❤

[@riyasaah]

I'm moved to tears by this story. It's so heartwarming and lovely, and so bittersweet. Just fills me with great vibes. Love the doggos and the ladies. Kernel naturally comes with that healing power. And like the young lady said there's nothing better than hiking in the woods with a bunch of your friends. ❤ I'm sad for the old woman's loss but she found a sense of belonging soon. I wish everyone gets that. That young woman's reaction was literally how I'd react. I'm still pretty young and emotional myself. Lol

[@idkidk8278]

So wholesome! :)

[@o.h.w-ok]

I love Kernal and both of these sweet ladies so much 😭

[@arlenemcdonald224]

So very special and heartwarming ❤️

[@maryannmanconi6295]

This is such a beautiful story! Thank you for bringing love to this woman.

[@amyr.862]

That's so sweet! And a lot of fun. And Kernel making himself at home in her house 😂

[@heydjcurry]

Your respect for grandma and kernel and the gang is humbling…..you are a gift to them all…