Get to know Gabriel Bogner and his extraordinary journey with his Great Dane, Darwin. Their special bond goes beyond the typical pet-and-owner relationship as Darwin serves as a constant source of unwavering support for Gabriel. Despite being only five years old, Darwin is considered one of the world’s biggest emotional support dogs, a testament to her gentle nature. Together, Gabriel and Darwin face life’s challenges head-on, proving that nothing is impossible with the right companion by your side.
Meet Gabriel Bogner and his beloved emotional support dog, Darwin. Gabriel battles against the daily struggles of Crohn’s disease, which causes him to endure stomach aches, cramps, constant fatigue, weight loss and diarrhea. Amidst this challenging journey, Darwin is Gabriel’s constant companion and essential helper. They share an unbreakable bond that even extends to their travels together, including on airplanes.
Gabriel adopted Darwin as a cute little pup, and he decided to register her as his emotional support dog with the help of his healthcare professionals. Despite not being trained as a service dog, Darwin has a natural ability to offer deep pressure relief and heat therapy. She is Gabriel’s constant companion who provides him with comfort and affection whenever he needs it. Darwin’s adorable T-shirt shows how proud she is to be Gabriel’s support dog.
According to Gabriel, his dog Darwin has become like a self-taught service animal to him. Darwin offers deep-pressure therapy during Gabriel’s painful moments and also provides soothing heat therapy. Additionally, the dog assists Gabriel in retrieving items while offering emotional support. Darwin is very good at cuddling, and her tall height means that Gabriel doesn’t have to bend down to feel comforted by her presence. Gabriel finds her endearing, goofy personality and boundless love very helpful, especially when he’s experiencing a flare-up. He has noticed that Darwin has a unique ability to anticipate when he’s unwell, and her therapeutic heat and pressure help relieve Gabriel’s belly pain.
Darwin has a unique way of providing support to Gabriel – by resting her large head or body on his ailing belly, even accompanying him to the bathroom. However, her copious slobber could be a downside. Gabriel finds it amusing when people are initially scared of Darwin’s towering size, mistaking her for a horse. Despite her appearance, Darwin is a gentle giant and provides profound emotional support to Gabriel. Their story highlights the incredible bond between humans and their pets, and how they can offer comfort during life’s toughest moments. It is a heartwarming reminder of the enduring connection between a man and his canine companion.