It is always endearing to observe dogs defending their families. Many dogs will go above and beyond to ensure that the people they love never suffer. Dogs are equally protective of their animal siblings as they are of their human family members.
A woman was astounded to witness her devoted German Shepherd, Tennyson, develop into a loving big brother to the kitten after she adopted and brought home a little kitten. Even better, the dog offered to teach his younger sibling new skills, such as how to ascend stairs.

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In this clip, Tennyson can be seen observantly keeping an eye on the kitten as it struggles to climb the stairs. Tennyson is strongly instructed not to assist the kitten since Mom wants him to get the strength to climb without assistance.
Tennyson, however, is not persuaded by Mom’s stair-training methods! He can plainly see that the frail limbs of his sister are failing him. The kitten eventually burns up and cries out to his doggy brother for assistance.

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Tennyson, who is now agitated, violates Mom’s orders and tenderly scoops up the kitten in his mouth. He gently sets the kitten on the floor after carrying him upstairs like a devoted cat mother. The kitten begins affectionately cuddling with Tennyson, appearing to be somewhat relieved.
We like Tennyson’s adorable sense of accomplishment after “rescuing” his feline sibling. Tennyson thinks he made the correct decision, despite the fact that he defied his mother. Definitely a nice beginning to a connection that will last a lifetime!

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Click the video below to watch Tennyson’s super protective gesture as he tries to look out for his little kitten brother!