Dog Devastated as Sibling Dies—Tears at What He Still Does 5 Months Later

A video of a dog using a specific, tiny bed, five months after his sibling passed, left viewers sobbing.

Archer, a yellow Labrador , and 15-pound rescue dog Niko were inseparable, with everyone referring to the duo as "The Boys," their owner, Natalie, told Newsweek . From the moment she brought home Archer, Niko took him under his wing. The two stuck together like glue.

"Despite the size difference, Niko was definitely the boss," she said. "He had a huge personality and was the one who taught Archer everything. Even protecting him at the dog park."

In March of this year, Niko passed at age 12, leaving the family devastated, especially Archer. The only way Archer could find comfort would be through items that smell like Niko—blankets, beds, his old dog leash .

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