Elizabeth Potter of Minnesota was starting her morning routine, getting ready for work when something unusual caught her attention. Her three-year-old Saint Bernard, Everest, was standing in the backyard, completely fixated on a specific part of the fence. With his massive frame leaning forward and his tail wagging excitedly, Everest seemed utterly captivated. Curious, Elizabeth stepped outside to investigate what had him so enthralled.
To her surprise, the reason became clear: Everest wasn’t just staring at the fence—he was engaged in a secret “project” with the neighbor’s dog, Bear, a two-year-old English Mastiff. Together, the two giant dogs had been busy creating their own makeshift doggy door. The evidence of their teamwork was undeniable—a section of the fence had been vandalized, with a sizable hole that allowed the two canine friends to peek through and connect whenever they wanted.
Elizabeth couldn’t believe her eyes. The sight of Everest and Bear’s eager faces on either side of the hole was equal parts amusing and heartwarming. Though the destruction was frustrating, it was hard not to smile at the dogs’ determination to stay close. These two gentle giants had clearly formed a bond that no fence could contain.
After the initial shock wore off, Elizabeth reached out to her neighbors to discuss the situation. Fortunately, they shared her amusement and were equally touched by the friendship between their dogs. Instead of simply repairing the fence and keeping Everest and Bear apart, they decided to turn the incident into an opportunity for something better. Working together, the neighbors came up with a plan to install a custom doggy window in the fence.
The new setup features a sturdy, clear opening that allows Everest and Bear to see and interact with each other whenever they please, all without causing further damage to the fence. For the two families, it was a perfect solution: their dogs were happy, and their properties were intact. Now, Everest and Bear spend hours wagging their tails and “chatting” through their special window, bringing smiles to everyone who watches their sweet interactions.
Elizabeth sees the whole experience as a joyful reminder of how animals can form unbreakable connections. “They just love being together, and it’s impossible not to feel happy watching them,” she shared.
What started as a bit of mischief ended up strengthening not just the bond between Everest and Bear, but also the friendship between their families.
