As his 16 year old owner was hiding in the closet, Rex tried to fight off the burglars who were trying to take everything they saw valuable.
As Javier and Rex were trying to hide in the closet, Rex couldn't help his instincts to protect his home and his owner so he jetted out of the closet and attacked the unwanted intruders. As Rex did what he could, the beating from the burglars eventually sent him running upstairs clearing out the each room one by one.
When the intruders walked into the room where Javier was hiding in the closet, Rex, with as little energy he had left gave it another fight. In this second defensive attack Rex was shot four times defending his owner. The sirens finally blared in the background and scared the burglars away.
The police were able to get Javier out safely, but unfortunately they weren't able to apprehend the burglars.
The family has set up a GoFundMe page to raise money for his surgery and many X-rays and everything needed to stabilize him.
The family has raised over $52,000 from 1,795 people in just two days.
http://abc7.com/pets-animals/heroic-dog-who-saved-teen-owner-recovers-will-receive-2-awards/3150215/
I wish Rex quick recovery
Wow lovely post i appreciate your animals thanks for sharing...saved..carry on..
Incredible love for animal this is really amazing .I apreciate such a worktmany thanks for your blog
Dogs are truly "angels" in disguise! They epitomize what all sentient beings should be.
There is nothing more genuine than the love of dogs, not for nothing are man's best friend.
Beautiful story dear friend @joseph, many sgracias for spreading it
I wish you great day
A brave story also its a very sad story. I will pray for Rex.
Wow .. This actually touched me ... I feel sorry for Rex and I pray for his quick recovery .. Thank you for sharing this on here dear @joseph
in these cases it is better to have a dog than a cat XD is a champion I hope he recovers
Poor brave dog. I hope Rex gets better soon.
Nice post
dogs are really man's bestfriend , a hero dog indeed , really loves his master
Thanks for sharing an inpirational post to us dear @joseph 👍👏❤️❤️❤️
Best doggo. Hope you recover well bud.
A dog will teach you unconditional love. If you can have that in your life, things won't be too bad.
dogs are really a mans best friend.they are territorial by nature.
Brave dog....welcome to join #dailypetphotography
amazing. Thank you.