John didn’t know that his dog would become the most important friend in the world to him after he suffered a tragic accident. He was struck by a drunk driver one day and suffered severe injuries, including the inability to use his right leg. Such serious injuries sent the poor man into depression as he tried to cope with what his life now looked like.

And throughout all the trials, his dog was right there for him. While the dog is not a certified therapy dog, he was always present for John and offered love no matter what. Even though John was struggling, his dog helped him know it would be alright.

Watch the video to learn the rest of this story of a man and his dog.

It’s a touching story that underscores the important role pets play.