Meet the adorable deer that clearly thinks it's a dog

Watch out Bambi -- there's a new deer in town that's captured our hearts, and his name is Bramble.

Geoff Grewcock of Nuneaton, UK, estimates that Bramble was just 2 weeks old when he was found unconscious in a field. Some concerned citizens brought the stag to Geoff's home-turned-wildlife sanctuary.

And he never left.

Geoff says he tried to release Bramble at three different deer parks, but was told that the stag would likely be shot -- a prospect that the Nuneaton & Warwickshire Wildlife Sanctuary founder would not accept.

So instead, Bramble remained at Geoff's bungalow where he has adopted a very doggy-like lifestyle. Now 10 years old, the stag enjoys raiding the pantry, greeting visitors at the gate, and sneaking into Geoff's bed for the occasional nap.

You can learn more about the Sanctuary and see some very cute pictures of baby Bramble and friends here.