Dogs
Sweet boy stops to hug every stray dog he sees on the way to school
Kindness doesn't have to be grand to be significant. ❤️
Jenny Brown
07.25.23

In many parts of the world, stray dogs are often viewed as threats or nuisances.

Some people go to the extent of throwing stones or even attempting to kick these helpless creatures.

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Every day, millions of these dogs have to navigate the harsh realities of the streets, surviving on scraps and trying to avoid harm or becoming roadkill.

It’s a harsh life, and many of these dogs are lucky to live another year.

In some countries, dogs are even used as a source of meat.

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Despite these grim circumstances, some extend their kindness to these animals.

They open shelters, and some even welcome these dogs into their homes.

It’s a challenging task, fraught with the risk of bites and diseases, but these kind-hearted individuals persist.

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Then there are those who inspire us with their small but significant acts of kindness.

One such individual is a boy named Ibrahim.

One day, as Ibrahim was walking home from school in Grozny, Russia, he encountered two stray dogs.

Unlike others who might have ignored or even harmed the dogs, Ibrahim chose to show them kindness.

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The young Russian boy stopped and gave each of the dogs a big hug.

He was about to leave but then turned back to give them another hug.

Ibrahim was unaware, and probably wouldn’t have cared, that someone was watching his act of compassion.

All he wanted was to show these dogs a little bit of love.

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Unbeknownst to Ibrahim, his act of kindness was being observed.

A resident from a nearby building had witnessed the entire scene and even managed to capture it on video.

As one might expect, the heartwarming video quickly went viral on social media.

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Katerina, a family friend of Ibrahim’s, recognized him when she saw the viral video.

She immediately identified the boy as Ibrahim, describing him as “very kind.”

Katerina’s daughter goes to the same school as Ibrahim, and she shared that Ibrahim often helps her daughter carry her bag.

The video, she said, truly reflected Ibrahim’s selfless and loving spirit.

And it wasn’t just humans who appreciated Ibrahim’s kindness.

The dogs he had hugged didn’t forget about the sweet boy.

Dogs have a knack for remembering kind souls, and it’s likely that every time Ibrahim passed by, they would eagerly await his attention, their ears perked up and tails wagging.

Stray dogs, often a mix of different breeds, have an uncanny ability to understand humans.

Their street-smart instincts are sharp, making them intelligent companions.

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However, it’s important to exercise caution when approaching them, as they can sometimes be rabid and dangerous.

Despite the risks, there are countless beautiful stories of people opening their doors and hearts to these strays.

Sometimes, all these dogs need is a little bit of love, as beautifully demonstrated by Ibrahim’s sweet act.

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The video of Ibrahim’s interaction with the dogs stands as a testament to this, reminding us all of the power of kindness.

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