Similar to humans, our dogs can form deep bonds with whoever they come into contact with. For Fulmine, a tiny Yorkie, and Leonardo, the father of Sara, their friendship could have lasted ages.
For seven years, these two friends were always together. In the countryside of Italy, Sara said that Fulmine and her dad Leonardo loved each other, and were always cuddling and playing. After a long battle with an illness, Sara’s dad Leonardo, unfortunately, passed away. During the time that Leonardo was in the hospital, his family cared for Fulmine and saw just how much this adorable dog loved their dad.
Sara said that every time a car passed by, he would run to the door in hopes it was him. A few days following Leonardo’s funeral, the family traveled to his grave and received an unexpected surprise. Fulmine was there, lying next to his grave. Incredibly, Fulmine has walked around 2 miles to his grave, on his own, and simply sat next to the fresh flowers that were put there.
The family was astounded, but happy that Fulmine had found him. In the passing weeks, neighbors and cemetery visitors had claimed that he travels there every day and sits with his friend. No one knows how he found Leonardo’s grave, but it’s one of those strange things that doesn’t need an explanation.
The family likes to believe that he was guided there by their father’s spirit, and for good reason. It’s clear that Fulmine misses his friend, and Leonardo’s family is happy that they can all be there to mourn together.
Images Credit: Sara Sechi