Rescue Dog’s ‘Picasso’ Face Has a Heartbreaking Backstory but Will Leave You in Happy Tears
Brodie, a dog with an unforgettable face, has captured hearts around the world—not just for his unique appearance but for his incredible journey and uplifting personality.
A Love at First Sight
Amanda first saw Brodie’s photo on a kennel’s Facebook page. The image left her emotional. “I actually cried,” she said. “There was just something about his face—I couldn’t stop looking at it.”
At first, Amanda’s partner, Brad, wasn’t convinced they needed another dog. But when they met Brodie in person, Brad had a change of heart. “I caved,” he admitted. “We had to bring Brodie home.”
A Quick Learner
Once Brodie settled into his new home, Amanda and Brad quickly discovered just how intelligent he was. “He can learn a new trick in about 10 minutes,” Amanda shared, comparing his quick learning to her other dogs, who take days to pick up the same tricks.
Brodie’s intelligence even extends to surprising feats. One day, he opened the front door, let himself out to use the lawn, and returned—all without wandering off. “It’s like he knew he didn’t need to bother us,” Brad said.
The Story Behind Brodie’s Face
Brodie’s unique face is the result of a difficult start to life. At just 13 days old, his mother, a young stray, bit him in the face—possibly due to food aggression or inexperience as a mother.
The injury left Brodie with a partially fused jaw that only opens about an inch and a half, and one eye that is partially blind. Despite these challenges, Brodie thrives.
A Global Icon
When Amanda and Brad adopted Brodie, the kennel’s followers encouraged them to start an Instagram account so others could keep up with his life. What started as a local following quickly grew into a global fan base.
“I thought it would just be people from around here,” Amanda said. “But within a couple of months, it just exploded. People felt the same way I did when they saw his picture.”
Overcoming Criticism
Not everyone has been supportive. Some questioned whether Brodie should have been euthanized because of his disabilities. Amanda dismisses such comments as cruel and misguided.
“Would you say that to a human with a disability?” she asked. “He has no idea he’s different. He’s the happiest dog I’ve ever met, and he makes people’s days better just by being himself.”
A Lesson in Acceptance
Brodie’s story is a reminder that being different doesn’t make someone less worthy of love. His resilience and joy inspire everyone who meets him—or even just sees his photo online.
If you want to follow Brodie’s journey, check out his Instagram page @bestboybrodie.
