Woman's Rescue Dog Doesn't Know How Big He Is | The Dodo

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[@voyaristika5673]

Brandon doesn't understand why mom is getting so small, why the furniture keeps shrinking, or why the ceiling is getting lower. But everyone seems ok with it so it doesn't bother him too much. And he is so good at making do with tiny laps that used to be so big. He's SO CUTE! ❤

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@macycharmin]

😂😂😊

[@tuxedomask7071]

And when they noticed the food was getting smaller, they just gave him more of it.

[@voyaristika5673]

@@tuxedomask7071 😄 😂 😄

[@Bnguyen276]

Sounds like Clifford

[@lecheflam1311]

the fact he even detected that she had seizures 😭they really found each other

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you ❤

[@frankmartinez298]

A dog can help with seizures? I ask cause I have seizures

[@lecheflam1311]

@frankmartinez298 yes! There are dogs who are trained to signal their owners about certain medical conditions such as seizures, diabetes and heart conditions due to their extremely sensitive hearing/smell. Diabetics and seizure patients may have a subtle change in smell which the dog can detect and ppl w/ heart conditions have changes in heart rhythms audible to dogs. Hope this helps!

[@frankmartinez298]

Thank you, for the very helpful information, very much appreciated 🙏

[@fluffywuffypuffy]

@@frankmartinez298 yes! they sense and can be trained to alert for oncoming seizures. i recommend researching service dogs

[@Jacqueline-TheFoodie1]

You saved him. Now he's returning the favor. A dogs love and devotion is unmatched 🐕🐕🐕

[@chriskelly6559]

Give them a chance, they'll rescue us.

[@Jacqueline-TheFoodie1]

@@chriskelly6559 That's for sure 🐕🥰

[@daughteroftiaran]

A piece of advice I read once: "Get a dog. You will never see that level of trust and love in a human face."

[@shielaaposaga2394]

That true if you loves your dogs devotion and loyalty

[@madhua7717]

Totally true!

[@CodenameV5k]

"He's a little bigger than we expected, but he's right where he belongs." 😢 I'm not crying. You're crying.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@theflippantfox]

It's sure is raining a lot today...

[@garethbater6900]

Beautiful dog

[@leezlvontrapp]

@@theflippantfoxIt’s very dusty in my bedroom.

[@Blend3rman]

He's like Clifford, he grew larger the more love you gave him!

[@sierrarmcclain]

Ma’am, that’s not a dog, that’s a horse! I love that he follows you around now like he did in the video when he was a puppy. He adores you! I’m glad that you kept him even though he got so big and eats so much.

[@Jacqueline-TheFoodie1]

Rescued dogs somehow set out to let their owners know they are grateful. Watching over her with her seizures until she was diagnosed. It's one reason why he stays so close. Dogs know hours before a person will have a seizure. Your body chemistry and smell changes. Dogs are our Angels 😇 on earth.

[@jiaswan22]

I was going to go with polar bear rather than dog.

[@Jacqueline-TheFoodie1]

@@jiaswan22 🐻‍❄️🐕. All he needs are bigger 🐾 🐾 paws 🥰.

[@joechapman8208]

polar horse

[@raffaelepieri6012]

Probably she took in a maremma sheperd, very popular here in italy. Big fluffy dogs, used by farmers to guard property or livestock against bear and wolfes, they can be pretty fucking intimidating. Some male are over 70kg

[@Che-e]

"Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole."❤❤❤

[@semismokeymama]

Love makes a way where there is no way

[@watchingthewheelsgoround260]

I believe God gave us dogs to understand true love and loss. ❤

[@SeanShimamoto]

@@watchingthewheelsgoround260Humans made dogs...we bred them from wolves into the domestic, loving, empathetic, and kind creatures that they are today. Please don't try and steal one of actual good things we've done. 😍🐶

[@Donna-cc1kt]

Well said!

[@watchingthewheelsgoround260]

@@SeanShimamoto what a weird thing to say. We are talking about a dogs love, I think we should stick to that.

[@thea1rachiel]

That woman’s treatment of her dog is what keeps the spark of love alive and so bright in him. They deserve each other.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@carolcarter-fy1be]

great

[@carlberg7503]

The bigger, the better, and Brandon is a giant puppy!

[@lindaspringer5939]

You saved each other! How wonderful! You have a “seizure detecting dog” w/o training him! It all happened for a reason! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Wild_Wonders_animals]

This video is a heartwarming testament to the unbreakable bond between a woman and her rescue dog. His heart doesn't know the size, but his love is immeasurable. It's a reminder that the love and loyalty of our furry friends transcend appearances. Have you ever had a similar experience with your pet, where their love left you in awe, or do you have a heartwarming pet rescue story to share? Let's celebrate the incredible connections we share with our four-legged companions! 🐶💕🐾

[@Felineintuition]

I do! I have 2 cats and my first is like my shadow, a true mama's boy 🥰 When I'm on my period (endometriosis not confirmed yet but signs point to it) and in huge pain when all I can do is just lay in bed and pray the meds kick in quickly, he's right there, next to me. He'll even push my husband away as though he needs space to perform his support role correctly 😆 It's funny because cats have this reputation of aloof pets but once they imprint on you, there's no turning back. I work from home 4 days out of 5 and he's stuck to me, won't leave me out of his sight even when I go to the bathroom 😅 I'm typing this as he's sleeping in my legs even though there's half a bed to lounge in 🥹

[@c.ltinsley5648]

Bless you and your babies both ❤

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@KPA78]

LGD farm pup turns into a beautiful Great Pyranees! Sweet boy! A highly-protective-of-family breed, but incredibly loving to family members! What a HUGE blessing for your household. As an owner of two full-grown Great Dane littermates, I can relate to how little giant breeds comprehend their enormous size!

[@Elianamachin]

My baby ❤ thanks for the video we loved it 😍 and thank you all for the good wishes and beautiful comments

[@thenightporter]

You thought you were adopting a snowball and he grew into a snowman 😂. Brandon is SO handsome. I'm a rescue mom too, and I think it is my greatest blessing ❤. Thank you for adopting Brandon and giving him such a loving home. I just subscribed!

[@aandjintucsonazusa9490]

You're a wonderful woman to save him and he is a beautiful angel. He looks so happy with his doggie siblings and he is so comfy on the sofa. You have a beautiful family and home! Many blessings to you all.❤

[@nathanwilliams2152]

He is a beautiful boi, and will guard you and your home diligently. My partner and I are negotiating about whether we get a Pyr, a Kuvasz, or a Samoyed! Thank you for adopting and loving him so much.

[@y_fam_goeglyd]

That made me cry. The fact that he's there, ready to save her without her even knowing what was going on, well that just hit me like a brick! What an extra special good boy he is! 💕

[@Elianamachin]

Hahaha Thank you 😊

[@debbyangenni4616]

Thank you for saving that beautiful soul and making him a part of your beautiful family 🥰😇😍

[@1996pola]

So sweet dog

[@kati-ana]

ALL that love surrounding him, Brandon is indeed right where he was always meant to be.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@ZombieQueen819]

No matter how big they get they are still nothing but our babies ❤❤❤

[@Sophesi]

If you go on a trip and return home with an unplanned sweet puppy then that is truly meant to be. He is adorable !

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@pauldack5129]

"He jumps from one couch to the other like The Floor is Lava." !!! She's funny.

[@GamerplayerWT]

He’s a Great Pyrenees. What did you expect? Hahahaha!

[@luciparadise6781]

Yeah, they get BIG. I had a German Shepherd Great Pyrenees mix. Huge and LONG. 😂

[@Papabogs1020]

yes that's what I'm thinking too... Brandon is too big😅

[@Jacqueline-TheFoodie1]

She didn't know. She saw him neglected while on vacation in Italy. Not everyone is aware what breeds are farm working dogs.

[@FWDSUXARSE]

My dog is half Great Pyrenees and he's a big boy. Thinks he's a lap dog 🤣

[@shirley9240]

They are extremely loyal. My friend has two and two little dogs. When one of the little dogs was being attacked, one of his Pyrenees stepped in and saved him. Good boy!

[@jjnyc4610]

What a horrible “owner” so glad you took him with you❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️He is a big teddy bear! Perfect addition to your family!!!! God Bless!

[@markvitagliano27]

That's awesome. Pets enrich our lives in so many ways. My family isn't complete without our pets. I cherish them .

[@sophya3410]

He is a Great Pyrenees and actually fairly normal for his breed. 😊 thank you for rescuing him, he’s adorable! And keeps you warm in winter ❄️ 😊

[@ruca9074]

He is in the best hands, and he knows it. Thank you for rescuing this gentle giant.

[@eliseninesling6913]

You both were meant to be together. He looks like a guardian pup. You became his guardian now he has become your guardian as well- monitoring your safety and health.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@indigowolf556]

He's a great dog! Thank you for saving him ☺️ he just looks like he's so much fun and watching him play with the other dogs and being silly is great.❤

[@Elianamachin]

He is a silly goose ❤😂

[@doodles3075]

Hes like a polar bear! Adorable ❤

[@Caidoe_Esthov]

🐻‍❄💕

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@madhua7717]

Hi @@Elianamachin you are awesome :) What breed do you think Brandon is, Pyrenees?

[@hoodashivanie]

I love dogs 🐶 ❤🐾✨

[@boomerlady]

love Brandon's mommy!!! She is REAL!!!

[@user-jm9gt4kt9d]

I wish all animals were as loved. For they all deserve it.

[@gogogg4610]

This woman is beautiful on the outside, as well as the inside. Very rare. What a great story 👏🏽 🐾💜

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you ❤

[@ITSONLYMEWATCHING]

What a beautiful story, thank you for sharing it and for saving Brandon's life. He's a precious boy.

[@donaldj3286]

Beautiful soul saving this Dog.

[@avwholesomegamer]

He simply has never had a single thought in his head and I love him for it ❤

[@JohnnyLaps]

You are so sweet,he is beautiful.

[@rachelroussey7048]

That must have been scary to learn about the seizures! 😰 I hope they are treatable!!! 🙏🙏🤞 That's incredible that he instinctively knew to wake you up, WOW!!! 👏🫶❤️ Some medical alert dogs need to be trained extensively to do that, but he did in on instict! That's so incredible!!! So glad you two found each other!!! I hope he lives a long, happy, healthy life with you!! Thank you for sharing your story!!! 🙏🙏❤️😍🥰

[@janiss6697]

What a sweet sweet story. Bless you for saving this beautiful boy.

[@krispypriest5116]

"OMG yah......i'll take him with me!" You saved him, and now he saved you. Peace from Canada! Thank you Dodo

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊❤

[@unknownentity222]

Some people would just abandon dogs because of the unexpected size growth. Stories like this is very heartwarming and needed.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you ! He is part of our family no matter how big he is ❤

[@curiouscat9]

I'm sure even if he grew up to be as big as an elephant, his human mom would love him all the same. Lovely story. ❤

[@buddhacat422]

I've got a Great Pyrenees too, and they are THE BEST dogs ever. Big love muffins yet very protective of their people. Thank you for rescuing this lovely boy!

[@eve2099]

He’s repaying love with love ❤️

[@auntiemame7076]

Love that the pet owner is so tiny and the dog is so huge. Adorable!

[@babesimmons4017]

Beautiful Fur Angel 🐾🐾💞

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊❤

[@The_KlaVra]

This reminded me of my dog, Darko. When I rescued him, he as the last of the litter, he was 1 week old and his mother was already given for adoption. I couldnt say no even tho this was hard to hear, I was already there to rescue him, so I didnt know ho big he would be. I put him in foster because he as too small and I couldnt take care properly of such a young puppy. After 3 months, he came back, ready to start a new life with me and it has been 4 years now. He is a Greyhound and labrador mix, we think, his mother was a stray on the street. He is a big skinny fast boy now and I love him.

[@corosol34]

He looks so soft and fluffly and you have goldens too. Cuddles dream team😍

[@Elianamachin]

Yes ❤ we have to take turn for cuddles

[@scruffygaming627]

What a beautiful dog. :) You know, his ancestors most likely fought off and killed packs of wolves. That's what they were bred for, and VERY good at. Extremely dangerous guards. He seems like a very happy, very loved member of the family. :) And I feel very sorry for anyone who means you harm.

[@456loveluck]

What a terrible owner, like really?!🥺 I'm glad she kept him❤

[@FranFerioli]

Brandon belongs to an Italian shepherd breed. They are used as livestock guardian, but not always treated well in the countryside.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@keepthepeacesharethelove7022]

What a big and beautiful dog.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@robinrouse6442]

Brandon is a beautiful boy!🥰

[@jasha9151]

How can anyone not like such an adorable dog. I think you are mean to be with him. Such a beauty.

[@anmolwadhwa1226]

This again reassures my belief that we don't choose our dogs, THEY choose us! ❤

[@margipinto7925]

Your trip to Italy was pure destiny. What a beautiful boy ♥️

[@Elianamachin]

Yup my most unplanned trip😂 and yet the best trip of my life ❤

[@madhua7717]

Beautiful story, loving family what a wonderful dog he is!

[@user-wu9jx4hz3k]

Our fur babies know when something is wrong I went through that with my bella I didn't teach her she did it on her own so many blessings to you

[@jeanetterule5420]

He is beautiful. He needs a job. He’s a working dog. He needs to be on a farm working with sheep or cows but he loves you. Maybe you could find him a job? Or create one? Otherwise you’ll have to keep him busy. You are a wonderful person for rescuing him.

[@H20.]

Spot on 👍👍👍

[@morena012]

Absolutely! Great observation.

[@FWDSUXARSE]

Mental stimulation is really important with working breeds. They want to work and have something to stimulate them physically and mentally.

[@jiaswan22]

Not quite as critical with flock guardian dogs as with other working breeds. Flock guardians are supposed to stay with the flock and watch for threats, they are definitely high alert dogs, but aren’t the task driven creatures that collie/shepherd types are. To be a good flock guardian, you need to be content just hanging out next to a bunch of rather boring sheep all day looking big and alerting/defending if something dangerous approaches.

[@Elianamachin]

@@jiaswan22you are stop on ! He dosnt require too much exercise in fact he doesn’t like to be that active he does loves to watch everything that’s why we work in the 2nd floor where he can watch outside all day 😂 he is still pretty playful as he is still a pup despite the size lol

[@kushagrajoshi3576]

Most wholesome thing i watched , made my whole day worth

[@grannymagnoliamercury2376]

😭 so sweet! He is where he belongs, such a happy pup

[@Ganiscol]

He trained his human well 😊

[@user-ho3lt4lq1r]

He is a beautiful dog. Thank you for taking him with you. Much love.

[@janetmarshall7171]

He is a HUGE DOG!; but he has, so much Heart 💜❤️!! He is a BEAUTY!; just stunning!! Loveable and Fluffy!! Extremely Precious!! 💕Love looking at him!! Thank you!!

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you ❤

[@janetmarshall7171]

@@Elianamachin you are so welcome!! Have a great day ☺️😘

[@cindylutz7442]

What a beautiful doggie.

[@bassdmin7436]

What a heart warming video. Brandon is such a handsome man. Full of love and thankfulness for rescuing him. 💜

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@jezzalenko]

What a beautiful big boy. I want to give him a big hug!

[@louiseglass3352]

He resembles a Great Pyrenees. Brendan is so loving- I’m happy you rescued him

[@quaver1239]

Thank you for this! He is a giant, and such a beautiful one. I love that you can use his hip as a pillow, and that the other dog adores him too. 💕💕

[@Elianamachin]

The fluffiest pillow ❤

[@wyntahsummah9547]

He so appreciative you saved him momma ❤❤❤❤

[@bukhtiarshah9843]

Beautiful ❤❤❤

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@TolyTheTolerBear]

What a great mom!!! Lucky, adorable pup!!!

[@ArrenHidalgo]

Omg he's so huge! And cute!

[@AmoDk87_pHuN]

What a HUGE ball of fluff! beautiful dogs.

[@sabyasachimitra8953]

You are a rare good and kind woman!❤

[@82vm]

That's not a dog. That's a giant cloud that you've got. 😂❤

[@jdbolick]

I love that he licks the dog food bag.

[@aboredgeek7127]

Dogs are the best gift to humans ever. They want nothing more than to show you their love.

[@wendilandkammer8368]

She got a fluffy, giant guardian that's a healer. That is wonderful! The other dogs know. He's just so fluffy and wonderful.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@wendilandkammer8368]

@@Elianamachin thank you for sharing him with us.

[@micheleamisonfellezs293]

Omg bless you all!

[@karynashackelford6406]

He loves her. What a good boy!

[@shirleymontano9657]

He's absolutely beautiful! Thank you for saving him. And dealing with it.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@StephBer1]

Oh my goodness, is he a Great Pyrenees?! I can't believe they didn't want such a beautiful puppy and they are an amazing breed. Fiercely loyal and as you said, a working dog. They guard livestock. Maybe in Italy they are more common but even so, you and he are so lucky to have found each other.

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊 he is a maremma they are pretty similar to pry ❤

[@katewilson222]

GOD BLESS YOU FOR RESCUING AND LOVING "BRANDON" HE IS TOTALLY "AWESOME"!!!👍💖🥰

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@michellemyallen]

thank you for taking him to your everlasting love! You are his everything!! And her will always know who saved him!

[@yaritzamiranda921]

The fact that he identified she was having seizures with no training! That's a smart dog. He looks like a big cloud

[@Elianamachin]

He is prettty smart ❤

[@sophieirwin3497]

The bigger the dog, the bigger the goof and the bigger the love ❤️

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊 that’s true ❤

[@PA-hi9wj]

It's ok to be bigger when the hugs & kisses are bigger too❤

[@Elianamachin]

Yes ❤

[@tammymacdonald9230]

My first Great Pyrenees knew when my granddaughter was going to have a desire and he would not leave her side. They are truly incredible dogs. You are so lucky to have him!

[@Phoenix-gd4xw]

He is a godsent angel ❤

[@Laura-sf2uo]

He is a livestock guardian dog. Yes he needs to be kept busy

[@missyg8221]

He I s a big boy! A big, handsome boy!🤍🤍🤍

[@Summer73343]

You are absolutely right.. your puppy is right where he belongs. Perfect match.❤

[@Elianamachin]

Thank you 😊

[@Summer73343]

@@Elianamachin Having been an owner of my wonderful Newfoundland, Blarney, I know how magical, magnificent, challenging and rewarding a big love bug is to have as your pup. I am so glad that I have 12 years of memories with my boy, Blarney. He , too , was a rescue and how lucky was I ? Wonderful video.

[@franky-bx8t]

So glad you found each other ❤️🥰🐾🐾

[@HEARDIFFERENT]

120 pounds later 😂😂😂😍😍😍

[@sauss4472]

So wholesome ❤. Thank you , made my day

[@user-nf6qx6ve1b]

OMG Brandon is beautiful!!! What a lovely happy story!!!!

[@peterbrowne7101]

That is a maremanno, an Italian sheep dog used to fight wolves. Beautiful, strong, and smart.

[@CryBlueofZ]

Big baby puppy

[@kirstenperez4265]

I knew he was a big dog. But seeing him standing next to her behind the kitchen counter. Really put it in perspective how big he really is.

[@vvedantagarwal]

The dogo ate all the love you gave it and became huge ❤

[@KenjiMapes]

He’s just a puppy in a big dog body. What a good boy. I’m so thankful he is in a loving home with incredible pet parents. He might be a lucky dog but it’s you too who are the lucky ones. There is nothing better than cats or dogs to fill your life with endless laughs, love & joy. They make us happier & they make us better. At the end of a stress day, being greeted by a furry face, wet nose & wagging tail is one of the great simple pleasures in life.🙂👍

[@FranFerioli]

Brandon is (at least for a great part) a Pastore Maremmano. It's an Italian shepherds breed. They are exceptional livestock guardians, but notoriously large and sometime stubborn. Good luck with such a great dog.

[@MJ13ish]

Looks like a great Pyrénées

[@ominolucente5940]

​@@MJ13ishactually maremma Abruzzi sheperd, great pyranee and swiss sheperd have a common ancestor; this is why the are similar 😊

[@Elianamachin]

You are correct he is a maremma and yes they can be prey stubborn 😂