More: Rylie was recused from a hoarder's home in July 2015, with 14 of his siblings. He was skinny, flea infested and basically uncared for. I rescued him in August 2015 at only 6 weeks. With in that first six weeks he had four flea treatments, 3 worm treatments, and was fixed (my Vet was not happy he was fixed so soon). I wanted to give him a name that reflected his journey, so I named him Rylie, which means valiant in Gaelic. I was told he would be 35-40", but he now weighs 80". He is the love of my life and we have gone through many, many changes in the last few years, and he is constant source of love and support. He is my buddy, in every way.