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Baby Deer Refuses To Leave The Human Who Saved Her Life
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Baby Deer Refuses To Leave The Human Who Saved Her Life

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Lithuanian outdoorsman Darius Sasnauskas had a chance to witness a birth of two baby deer in his backyard near the Yellowstone National Park in the US. Unfortunately, one of them was injured and soon left behind by her family because she couldn’t keep up with them.

“With so many predators around, she had no chance to survive on her own,” Darius writes in his video caption. He decided to bring her home. “I do not support keeping wild animals as pets, but this was [a] special situation,” he writes.

After a lot of hard work, the baby deer was healthy again and it was time to set her free. However, the bond between her and Darius was so strong, that she kept coming back to him. Nevertheless, one very special evening she finally reunited with her family.

More info: youtube (h/t: thedodo)

Darius witnessed a birth of 2 baby deer in his backyard, but unfortunately, one of them had an injured leg

She couldn’t keep up with her family and was left behind – her mother never came back

“With so many predators around, she had no chance to survive on her own,” said Darius

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He brought the baby deer home and made her a leg brace from an oatmeal box

Darius fed her every 4 hours and his dog repeatedly licked the fawn’s face

Soon the baby deer learned to walk again

“She’s already used to me, and she follows me…but nobody can replace her real mom”

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Darius tried to release her back to the wild many times, but she always returned to him

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Finally, one evening the mom showed up and the baby deer rejoined her family; a few months later Darius spotted her once again, growing up fast and enjoying her life to the fullest

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EnkEle
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That was the most beautiful story I never heard! Are you married?

JeanneDeaux
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Her mom came back? Best end of story ever! And thanks to her dedicated savior.

saraantonelli
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations, I would have done the same in your place, in this awful world we need people like you

IrenaKoschuk
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Your video touched my heart. You are a beautiful person and I am proud that you are my countryman. Irena

Maureen Mower
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is so cool... and don't be surprised if the fawn doesn't come back to visit as she grows... especially to visit Mack (as well as you). There's another video made by a woman who helped an injured young deer, and the fawn bonded with one of her dogs. Even after the deer went back to it's life in the wild, it still came back regularly to visit the dog for a few hours each day. So it may happen for you too!! ---------------- I might've turned that favorite shirt into a sort of "bandana" for the deer. That way, she'd have the comfort of your scent with her, and you'd always be able to pick her out from the group. Just a thought... for next time, lol.

KarinParker
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A man from heaven and God will bless you what an angel you are Amen

NatalieBlenkhorn
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a sweet story and what a lovely man. It must have been so hard for mum to leave her baby behind, I'm so pleased they were reunited in the end. Beautiful dogs also.

MelissaKelley
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i loved this, thank you so much, this video made my heart melt, had to be a little sad to return the baby to his mother but i know it was the baby's only survival and you are a amazing man, God bless you :)

JulieMoll
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This man has such a beautiful heart- so happy for this baby dear that he was there to invest all this time and love into helping her get back out into nature!

RozEdelberg
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Goes to show that we can intervene and then release them back to where they belong. Can't save them all but doesn't hurt to try !!!!

NatalieBlenkhorn
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some people would argue that she should have been left to die, I don't agree with that. If we can help (especially with no detrimental effect) then we should.

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Sara
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unfortunately the deer thinks you are it's mom now. It has a human imprint now and it would have been better if you kept her or brought her to a wildlife care place. You most likely left her to die out there. Sorry to be the barer of bad news.

Sara
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unfortunately that deer thinks you are it's mom now and has a human imprint. You should have kept the deer as you left it to die.

get in
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You sir are a wonderful human being for taking so much care and time with the fawn. Beautifully made video, very touching and the location of your home is breathtaking.

JulieMoll
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful heart this man has! Such a sweet, heartwarming story! Thank you for sharing!

NicoleBenz
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You have a good heart! Thank you so much for being such a great role model.

Suzi
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for being kind to animals. They deserve it..

WeimCentral
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderful ending and a wonderful man with a great supporting cast featuring a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Thank you for your compassion - the world needs more people like you!

AnnSefir
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

tis man ,amidst others i like to think, is a blessing for animals in trouble !

ChrisHill
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was hunting recently near this area. I didn't know this was the same deer. It was tasty though.

DianaHockley
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful person you are! Congratulations to you and your beautiful dog for such a successful and loving outcome.

YaseminDemir
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

amazing story full of love and compassion, I would love to meet Darius one day it is hard to find such people in this world...

DenaGomez
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank God for humans like you that care enough to do the right thing. Thank you!

HarryVersluijs
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderful that releasing her back into nature has worked so well. Great story.

LeilaniSonza
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These babies are so lucky to have you :) You are so fortunate to live in a very beautiful place amongst beautiful creatures :)

maggiemoonbeam
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think Mr. Sasnauskas is an excellent human being. Thank you for saving the dawn's life. I hope she survives hunting season!

LindaAbbott
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a sweet man. Wish there were more in the world like you.

drdiodio
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this man is the kind of person who gives me hope for the rest of humanity. this story made my night when things were looking a little bleak.

KwihuiHalliday
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a great man to have not only save the little one, but unselfishly allowed the baby to return to her family; her mom and the sibling. I love tales like this. Thank you mr. Rescuer. I'm a grateful fan.

IrenaKoschuk
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Your video touched my heart. Your are a beautiful person and I am proud that you are my countryman. Irena

AnnaDewart
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Goodness, it hurts to watch her--so grateful you were able to save her.

janicedeane
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a wonderfully sweet story! What an incredible person. At first I was like "NOOOO!!! Keep the adorable baby deer!" But when I saw her reunited with her family and FROLICKING I knew I was wrong. Her place is with her family. What a wonderful man to go so far out of his way to do the right thing. It's such a deeply touching story.

AbbyChaw
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With a good heart and good deed, you save a living animal. God, bless you and your family also your pets too. Keep up the great work.

CaroleDose
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a heart warming story! I hope the fawn didn't imprint on humans enough to think all of them are so kind and caring. Thank you for sharing!

GuriOlsson
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for a beautiful heart warming moment, made my day!!

LozzipopBrannigan
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How we should all aspire to be! So beautiful. I want to live where I can save baby deer!

MelissaSackett
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Real guys love and nurture wildlife, not kill for food, pleasure, or trophies.

KarinMorris
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think this is the Deers way of asking you not to hunt them. So sweet.

sneakcollector
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

great! thank you for taking care!!! we need much more people helping our nature, environment instead of plundering it... THANK YOU!!

MichiyoOo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Really lovely and seriously touch my heart, you did great!!!!

StephenWoods
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

His gentle spirit is shown in the reaction of the animals around him. How beautiful to see a man be a genuinely spiritual human. Wonderful.

Nawny
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This seriously made me cry. That was simply amazing. A loving heart and a respect for nature and its creatures.

StephanieBarr
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are aspects of nature that suck (it's not really nice), so it's always nice to see someone step in and give this baby a hand. And the ending was so wonderful.

DiegoBelli
Community Member
9 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

"well, in a few years, i will hit that..." said Darius referring to a near future, where the dear will be mature enough to get hunted when the season comes...

EnkEle
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That was the most beautiful story I never heard! Are you married?

JeanneDeaux
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Her mom came back? Best end of story ever! And thanks to her dedicated savior.

saraantonelli
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations, I would have done the same in your place, in this awful world we need people like you

IrenaKoschuk
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Your video touched my heart. You are a beautiful person and I am proud that you are my countryman. Irena

Maureen Mower
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is so cool... and don't be surprised if the fawn doesn't come back to visit as she grows... especially to visit Mack (as well as you). There's another video made by a woman who helped an injured young deer, and the fawn bonded with one of her dogs. Even after the deer went back to it's life in the wild, it still came back regularly to visit the dog for a few hours each day. So it may happen for you too!! ---------------- I might've turned that favorite shirt into a sort of "bandana" for the deer. That way, she'd have the comfort of your scent with her, and you'd always be able to pick her out from the group. Just a thought... for next time, lol.

KarinParker
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A man from heaven and God will bless you what an angel you are Amen

NatalieBlenkhorn
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a sweet story and what a lovely man. It must have been so hard for mum to leave her baby behind, I'm so pleased they were reunited in the end. Beautiful dogs also.

MelissaKelley
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i loved this, thank you so much, this video made my heart melt, had to be a little sad to return the baby to his mother but i know it was the baby's only survival and you are a amazing man, God bless you :)

JulieMoll
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This man has such a beautiful heart- so happy for this baby dear that he was there to invest all this time and love into helping her get back out into nature!

RozEdelberg
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Goes to show that we can intervene and then release them back to where they belong. Can't save them all but doesn't hurt to try !!!!

NatalieBlenkhorn
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some people would argue that she should have been left to die, I don't agree with that. If we can help (especially with no detrimental effect) then we should.

Load More Replies...
Sara
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unfortunately the deer thinks you are it's mom now. It has a human imprint now and it would have been better if you kept her or brought her to a wildlife care place. You most likely left her to die out there. Sorry to be the barer of bad news.

Sara
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unfortunately that deer thinks you are it's mom now and has a human imprint. You should have kept the deer as you left it to die.

get in
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You sir are a wonderful human being for taking so much care and time with the fawn. Beautifully made video, very touching and the location of your home is breathtaking.

JulieMoll
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful heart this man has! Such a sweet, heartwarming story! Thank you for sharing!

NicoleBenz
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You have a good heart! Thank you so much for being such a great role model.

Suzi
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for being kind to animals. They deserve it..

WeimCentral
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderful ending and a wonderful man with a great supporting cast featuring a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Thank you for your compassion - the world needs more people like you!

AnnSefir
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

tis man ,amidst others i like to think, is a blessing for animals in trouble !

ChrisHill
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was hunting recently near this area. I didn't know this was the same deer. It was tasty though.

DianaHockley
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful person you are! Congratulations to you and your beautiful dog for such a successful and loving outcome.

YaseminDemir
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

amazing story full of love and compassion, I would love to meet Darius one day it is hard to find such people in this world...

DenaGomez
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank God for humans like you that care enough to do the right thing. Thank you!

HarryVersluijs
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderful that releasing her back into nature has worked so well. Great story.

LeilaniSonza
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These babies are so lucky to have you :) You are so fortunate to live in a very beautiful place amongst beautiful creatures :)

maggiemoonbeam
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think Mr. Sasnauskas is an excellent human being. Thank you for saving the dawn's life. I hope she survives hunting season!

LindaAbbott
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a sweet man. Wish there were more in the world like you.

drdiodio
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this man is the kind of person who gives me hope for the rest of humanity. this story made my night when things were looking a little bleak.

KwihuiHalliday
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a great man to have not only save the little one, but unselfishly allowed the baby to return to her family; her mom and the sibling. I love tales like this. Thank you mr. Rescuer. I'm a grateful fan.

IrenaKoschuk
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Your video touched my heart. Your are a beautiful person and I am proud that you are my countryman. Irena

AnnaDewart
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Goodness, it hurts to watch her--so grateful you were able to save her.

janicedeane
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a wonderfully sweet story! What an incredible person. At first I was like "NOOOO!!! Keep the adorable baby deer!" But when I saw her reunited with her family and FROLICKING I knew I was wrong. Her place is with her family. What a wonderful man to go so far out of his way to do the right thing. It's such a deeply touching story.

AbbyChaw
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With a good heart and good deed, you save a living animal. God, bless you and your family also your pets too. Keep up the great work.

CaroleDose
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a heart warming story! I hope the fawn didn't imprint on humans enough to think all of them are so kind and caring. Thank you for sharing!

GuriOlsson
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for a beautiful heart warming moment, made my day!!

LozzipopBrannigan
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How we should all aspire to be! So beautiful. I want to live where I can save baby deer!

MelissaSackett
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Real guys love and nurture wildlife, not kill for food, pleasure, or trophies.

KarinMorris
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think this is the Deers way of asking you not to hunt them. So sweet.

sneakcollector
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

great! thank you for taking care!!! we need much more people helping our nature, environment instead of plundering it... THANK YOU!!

MichiyoOo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Really lovely and seriously touch my heart, you did great!!!!

StephenWoods
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

His gentle spirit is shown in the reaction of the animals around him. How beautiful to see a man be a genuinely spiritual human. Wonderful.

Nawny
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This seriously made me cry. That was simply amazing. A loving heart and a respect for nature and its creatures.

StephanieBarr
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are aspects of nature that suck (it's not really nice), so it's always nice to see someone step in and give this baby a hand. And the ending was so wonderful.

DiegoBelli
Community Member
9 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

"well, in a few years, i will hit that..." said Darius referring to a near future, where the dear will be mature enough to get hunted when the season comes...

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