September 11, 2026, on the account Instagram @rileyandnovaan adorable video was published, featuring 2 astonishing and touching friends to say the least. Captioned: “ How it all started », the sequence reveals the stages of this extraordinary friendship. If Fennie Loothe purebred puppy German Shorthaired Pointer short-haired, first encountered Athenathe mare, behind a barrier and attached to a pink leash, from now on, nothing separates them.
“Hello friends! It's Fennie Loo!! »
This is how the letter that accompanies the images begins. Written from the dog's point of view, it is sure to attract attention and move people. Through these words, we learn how Fennie Loo always wanted to get closer toAthenafrom a very young age, perhaps also wanting to have a friendship similar to that which the mare had with her companion Nova. “ I would sneak over to the fence to see if I could get a little closer…maybe to brush her nose, maybe to say hello, maybe just to look at her for a few minutes », says the legend.
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Lots of patience… and time takes its course
Fennie Loo admits that his boundless enthusiasm could sometimes be confusing Athenaso much so that she imposed patience on him in order to gain his trust. “ My wild runs and surprise sprints weren't really Athena's favorite, so I had to learn that friendship sometimes requires a little patience. » So, their meetings, initially, took place behind a fence, as shown in the sequence, and with a leash for the dog, in order to give the mare time to get used to the presence of her new friend.
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“Some things are definitely worth the wait.”
“ Eventually the fence disappeared, I grew up a little, and we found our quiet time together. » From now on, the two 4-legged companions enjoy moments together and this friendship that Fennie Loo had always hoped.
The video shows how patience was crucial in starting this friendship, and greatly touched Internet users, as the media pointed out. PetHelpful. Several left a little comment under the sequence, like these: “ Some friendships just need a little time to develop, and it looks like Athena was definitely worth the wait “, ” Ohhh, Fennie, you're the horse whisperer female dog “, ” Love comes in all forms; it's so beautiful. »
Through patience and perseverance and thanks to the curiosity of these two animals of different species, they now have what is most precious: a friend with whom to enjoy life.
(screenshot) @rileyandnova / Instagram
Woopets advice: how to introduce your puppy to a horse without taking risks?
To introduce your puppy to a horse safely, you should follow certain steps and not rush either, as the horse could injure the puppy unintentionally. This is why, above all, you must be patient and remain attentive to their reactions.
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If possible, take a horse already accustomed to dogs and preferably calm.
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First, always use a leash when meeting them.
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Separate the 2 animals by a barrier so that they can sniff and discover each other from a safe distance.
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Consider rewarding your puppy with treats when his behavior is calm and appropriate in the presence of the horse.
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Gradually, increase the duration of their meetings, as well as their proximity by gradually removing the physical distance and the leash.
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When they are comfortable with each other and separation and leash are no longer necessary, continue to supervise them. Caution remains in order.