This touching tale features Buddy, a 13-year-old dog who has cherished her human, Hannah Falk, throughout her life. When Hannah turned 21, she joined the army and was assigned to military training in Oklahoma.

The departure was tough for Hannah, who felt heartbroken leaving behind Buddy, her beloved retriever, and Derby, her horse. Therefore, her return home for the holidays after three months away was filled with anticipation to reunite with Buddy.

Despite her age, Buddy, whom Hannah adopted as a puppy, is now mostly deaf and suffers from arthritis. Yet, when she saw Hannah, she managed to give her a heartfelt welcome, laying on her lap with tears, as if they had been apart for decades.

This story underscores the profound loyalty of dogs, often seeming to surpass even that of humans in their unwavering affection and faithfulness.

Watch the heartwarming video below.