Have you ever heard of someone still getting gifts 100 years after they passed away?
Well, meet Rex, a wet-nosed legend with a heart of gold. Dogs are known for their loyalty and intelligence, but Rex took it to another level. He was the beloved pet of a kind food seller named John Snow. Though Rex passed away more than a century ago, the people of his city haven’t forgotten him.
Rex and John were inseparable in life, and even in death, they rest side by side in Brooklyn’s Green-Wood Cemetery. Many call Rex the “American Hachiko” for his unwavering love and devotion.
To honor this faithful friend, the residents created a life-sized bronze statue of Rex, which now stands atop his grave.
Recently, a photo of Rex’s grave surfaced on Twitter. It showed something remarkable—sticks and small branches carefully placed at the base of his statue. The image quickly went viral, leaving many to wonder why people still leave these gifts.
A local from Brooklyn offered an explanation. According to them, it’s a tradition passed down through generations. Their grandparents told stories of Rex, and the sticks are a tribute to this extraordinary dog.
But there’s more. Some visitors who’ve lost their own pets come to Rex’s grave to leave sticks in his bronze paws. They ask him to take care of their beloved pets in the afterlife until they can be reunited.
Rex, it seems, has a big job in heaven. And if the love and devotion of those who remember him are any indication, he’s doing it well. Rest in peace, Rex. You’ll always be in their hearts!
