Diego Aguirre's rescue dog helps heal his trauma | The Moth

Diego told this story at The Moth NYC Mainstage on December 3, 2023.
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[@tigisthailuasfawossen6312]

Beautiful story ❤❤❤❤

[@SheilaR.08]

This was a gut punch. I know quite well the magical properties of dogs. Rest well, Rusty James. 💜

[@cheryllynn3022]

Rusty James saved you, and you saved Rusty James. And I'm positive you had a lifelong effects on Rusty James just as he did you. Much love to you.

[@carrievangeertry8818]

Dogs are angels in disguise. I’m glad you found him and got so much healing.

[@My1reddog]

WONDERFUL talk! Not easy for you, but it certainly touched my heart. Thank you so much for sharing Rusty James with us. Such a LOVING thing to let him go. I am CERTAIN that Rusty James walks with you still, and always will! POWERFUL STORY ❤🌹🥰

[@MaryHesterman]

Thank you for sharing this sweet and touching story! I'm sure Rusty James is still walking with you.

[@Dr.T_SCU]

Thank you for saving Rusty James and also for your amazing bravery in sharing your story.

[@Regular-User-]

Oh man that hit close to home. And so selfless to let him go. Probably one of the hardest things to do in life.

[@anahidkassabian4471]

Wow. ❤

[@Youtuber-x4z]

This was the best video in the whole series and I started with this one so now nothing compares and I’m scouring through dozens and dozens of videos trying to find something that is as good as this one. I should’ve started on the bottom and worked my way up. ⬆️

[@jodie6925]

Wow. So brave and honest, and you're funny, too, Diego. I hope you will get another dog when you are ready, or maybe work with them in some way, like those therapy dogs for "old folks' homes"...? I think you have a lot to give. Wishing you the best and would love an update. Thank you for this.

[@Xx-ib6bf]

What a great life expeeience. Thank you for sharing. I wonder if you will consider getting another dog, Diego?

[@Juliana-h1n]

😢

[@neismantube]

Dude, get a puppy.