Dogs are often called ‘man’s best friend’, but anyone who has ever owned a dog knows that the bond between a human and their four-legged companion goes much deeper than friendship.

When a Florida family’s lives were threatened in a sickening attack, their 9-month-old pit bull put his life on the line to warn and save them. In order to return the favor, the family was about to make a heartbreaking decision until the community stepped up to give the hero dog what he deserved…