Jonny Hickey spent most of his eight years on earth alone and withdrawn. Jonny’s autism left him with few allies outside his immediate family. But when the family brought home an abused dog named Xena, Jonny’s life changed for the better. The bond between a boy and his dog will warm your heart
12. An 8-Year Old Boy
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Jonny Hickey is an eight-year old boy who loves his mom and dad and big brother. Although Jonny can read and write, he rarely chooses to communicate verbally. His autism left him struggling to come out of his shell. He would rarely even talk.