After spending five weeks in a hospital and losing 50 lbs, Shane Godfrey returned home to an unforgettable reunion with his dog, Willie. Godfrey took Willie in as a pup after he found him abandoned on his porch the year prior.

At first Willie was unsure, not certain who was before him. It wasn’t until he went in for a sniff that he realized his friend was back home and couldn’t contain his excitement. Willie hasn’t left his side since Shane’s return.