Viral Video Of Underprivileged Man Putting His Only Mask On His Dog Is Wholesome
In the current state, and as we have seen over the last year, people are seeking animal companionship to tackle feelings of isolation and anxiety. The social media has once again been filled with heartwarming posts about the pets and pet care.
The coronavirus pandemic is holding the world by a thread. The relentless virus is showing no signs of slowing down as cases continue to mount in India, stretching healthcare system to new limits.
Amid the rise in cases, state government across the country are heightening restrictions to curb the spread of COVID-19.
In the current state, and as we have seen over the last year, people are seeking animal companionship to tackle feelings of isolation and anxiety. The social media has once again been filled with heartwarming posts about the pets and pet care.
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Considering the risk posed by the deadly virus, people are ensuring to keep not only themselves safe, but their pets as well. The instance of it recently went viral online.
In the video, which surfaced on Instagram, an elderly and seemingly underprivileged man can be seen carrying his dog on his shoulders. Interestingly, he had put a mask on his dog. while his own face remained uncovered.
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On being asked why he he is not wearing a mask, he says in Hindi, "Main mar jaaonga lekin isko nahin marne doonga. Baccha hai mera bachpan se paala hai" ( I will die but I will not let him die. He is my child. I have taken care of him since he was a baby).
The clip was shared on Instagram by a page called 'animal_lover_wagad'.
People loved the heartwarming gesture of the man.
One user commented, "This video made my day."
Another one added, "Love this feeling wholeheartedly."
"This is so wholesome," another comment read.
This is not the first instance of such thoughtfulness to come to light during the ongoing pandemic. In August last year, a viral video showed a boy with a backpack preparing to go for a ride on his bicycle. However, before the ride, he put on a face mask and then did the same for his dog.
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