Heart dogs is a term used by dog owners and it is used for those special dogs that can come into our lives and form a bond and a love with their human that it is so strong, it can take your breath away. The Dodo brings us this touching story of one such dog. Her human was diagnosed with cancer, which meant she would have to go away for several long months. The human tried to do facetimes with the dog when she could. And when the dogs were finally able to visit her, they were besides themselves with love and joy. But when the woman finally comes home, well, just have your box of tissues ready.

Now I have to go hug my heart dog for a few hours.

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