His Struggles
So, what exactly is his diagnosis? If you must know, Bonedigger has a metabolic bone disease, which is behind his constant exhaustion and health issues. It gives him ongoing health problems, induces chronic pain and renders him weak. He now knows how to handle the disease, although he would not have gotten to that point if it were not for Milo. When the lion is feeling ill, down or even incapacitated, Milo never fails to be there to motivate him and raise his spirits. Their friendship came about for a special reason. If Milo was not around, we do not know how Bonedigger would be doing. He also likes to be around Mr. Reinke and acts friendly with the other dachshunds at the animal park. However, no one could ever replace Milo in his heart!
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His Struggles
Another Close Friendship
If you look at these photos of Mr. Reinke and the lion, you will likely think of him as some sort of lion tamer. Although it is nothing short of bizarre to see Bonedigger get along well with Milo, you could say the same thing about him and a person! Mr. Reinke does not fear Bonedigger even though he is a massive lion. He does not mind at all to get close to Bonedigger, and the lion feels the same way as you can see in the way he is spread out across those prosthetic legs. These two might not be as close as Bonedigger and Milo are, although we still think there is something special between them. And no, this is not because Mr. Reinke is a lion tamer! What could it be?
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Another Close Friendship