Heroes come in different shapes and sizes! When faced with fear and uncertainty in life, we all need someone to step up! Someone courageous and brave enough to come up to us and tell us, everything is going to be okay.
Meet this brave little boy from India, who after noticing the distress in his dog’s face, took it upon himself to calm and comfort him. The Golden Retriever hid near the washing machine in the washroom, due to fear of the thunderstorms.
I Love You, Its Going To Be Okay
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Extreme fear of thunder and lightning or Astraphobia can affect people of all ages, especially children. But, many dogs are known to suffer from thunder phobias too.
They can sense the storm even before humans do as they can feel the changes in the air pressure or hear the low-frequency rumblings. These, therefore, make them start displaying anxious behaviours long before the thunderstorms begin.
I’ve Got You Buddy
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As in fireworks, thunderstorms produce random noise and sudden flashes of lights. The sound on non-sound proofed roofs or windows caused by the downpours can be very frightening too.
Veterinarians do not know precisely why dogs get anxious but think it could be due to sensitive hearing or change of daily routine.
In the short video below, the toddler is comforting the dog by stroking him gently on the head, speaking and hugging him. The dog responds by looking calmer and sniffing him on the face.
This little hero had all the time in the world to spend with his canine friend, making sure he was calm and happy again. So much love in such little body! Well done to Mum and Dad and those who have showered him with love, making it come more naturally for him to give back.
As the saying goes, “Dogs are man’s best friend.” This little one must have also learnt how to love through his doggie friend.
Truly heartwarming and comforting to watch!
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