A couple of my pup's moments with my mom, who had Parkinson's disease

I knew dogs could tailor their behavior depending on the person, but I've never seen anything like my dog's unique treatment of my mom. He knew she was "different" from the start, and was always gentle with her (while being a little wild man with everyone else). When we stayed at her house he would wait at her bedroom door every morning so he could greet her with a stuffed animal the second she got up. Cuddled with her for every afternoon nap.

We were with her on her last day. He knew when she was gone and stayed glued to my side that entire night. He hasn't been the same since and seems to be cuddling more with the rest of the family to fill the void she left (though we probably need it more than he does). Not sure what I would do without him.