A heartwarming video of a rescued dog showing happiness and gratitude toward the woman who saved him has gone viral online.
Since being shared by The Dodo, the video has gathered over 6 million views, touching the hearts of many.
The woman, who chose to remain anonymous, said she found the dog tied up outside in extreme heat. The animal had no food or water and seemed weak from dehydration. Describing the situation, she explained:
“I saw stray dogs left without food, water, or shelter for days in over 100-degree temperatures. They couldn’t move because they were chained. I couldn’t just wait for someone else to help, so I stepped in.”
Realizing she couldn’t leave the dog behind, she put him in her car and took him home to provide care. During the drive, the dog’s reaction was unexpected—he was full of joy and appreciation. The woman, overwhelmed with emotion, could be heard crying in the video.
She continued:
“He wasn’t angry or scared. Instead, he was grateful. It broke my heart that he had been ignored for so long. When I started crying, he shifted his attention to me, almost as if he wanted to comfort me. I was amazed that an animal who had just gone through so much could still be so kind.”
The video sparked many emotional responses from viewers. One person commented:
“Even after being abandoned and mistreated, he still understands human emotions and shows more kindness than some people. It’s incredible how he tries to comfort her in the only way he knows. Whoever left this dog behind didn’t deserve his love. In a way, they did him a favor by letting him find someone who truly cares.”
If you ever see an animal in distress, it’s best to contact animal protection services. Dogs can suffer serious harm or even die in extreme heat, and reporting such cases can help save lives.