Xena The Pit Bull, Autistic Boy Save Each Other's Lives (VIDEO)

Xena the dying pit bull and Jonny Hickey, an autistic boy, saved each other's lives.

Before meeting Hickey was unable to handle social situations outside his home and had anxiety when touching food, among other issues associated with his autism.

At the same time Xena was recovering from his former life where he was horribly abused by a human.

When Xena met Hickey they instantly connected. Hickey's family gave Xena a new loving forever home and Xena became Hickey's new best friend and therapy dog!

Watch this heartwarming video for more on Hickey and Xena's story:

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Pit Bull, Autism, Rescued Dog, Social anxiety