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Ever had your dog cheer you up or make you laugh out of nowhere, just when you needed it the most? Dogs have a natural knack for sensing our feelings and giving us just what we need, exactly when we need it. This connection is what makes our bond with them so incredible.
Take Makayla and her dog, Grissom, for example. They not only made millions laugh with a funny video that went viral, but at that moment, Grissom was exactly what Makayla needed.
The Laugh That Healed
A few years back, a video of Makayla and Grissom captured a moment of pure joy that continues to bring smiles worldwide. Makayla recalls, “When he grabbed my hood, I couldn’t help but burst out laughing. It was exactly the release I needed to feel a bit lighter.” It seems like Grissom mistook the furry hood for a toy, but the whole incident was perfectly timed to lift Makayla’s spirits.
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During a tough phase in her life, Makayla was dealing with a lot. “It was a rough time around December 2020 after a bad breakup, and moving back to Rhode Island from Virginia while trying to get two businesses off the ground was exhausting,” she shared. On top of that, Grissom was in his challenging ‘teenage’ phase, adding to the stress.
The Unseen Bonds of Friendship
Despite the challenges, a simple playful moment with Grissom helped Makayla immensely. “My emotions were through the roof, and when Grissom grabbed my hood, it somehow triggered all my pent-up feelings, and all I could do was laugh. That laugh was more healing for my soul than I could have imagined. It’s a precious memory I’ll always cherish,” Makayla expressed in a heartfelt Instagram post.
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Even as a puppy, Grissom was a bit anxious and needed a trainer’s help. Through training, Makayla learned a lot about dog anxiety and how to manage Grissom’s triggers. Recalling the day of the video, Makayla said, “We were playing fetch, and it reminded me of a training session about what to do if he grabs the leash. But no one ever tells you what to do when your dog grabs your hood!”
A Bond That Grows Stronger Every Day
Since that joyous day, the bond between Makayla and Grissom has only deepened. “He’s truly my best friend, the great love of my life, my soul dog,” she says. Makayla is committed to giving Grissom a life filled with love every single day.
Their story reminds us to appreciate the simple moments of joy and the deep connections we share with our pets. So, don’t forget to show some love to your furry friends today—they mean more to us than we often realize.
