A heartwarming story from Yantai, Shandong, China, has captured the hearts of many. A five-month-old puppy named "Jiu Jiu" belonged to a man surnamed Yu. While out for a walk, Jiu Jiu was startled by a motorcycle and managed to slip out of its leash, disappearing from sight. The distraught owner offered a reward of 50,000 yuan and posted notices around the neighborhood and on social media, hoping to find his beloved pet.
Two days later, Yu received a tip from a local dog feeder who thought they had seen Jiu Jiu. Upon investigation, Yu was astonished to find that Jiu Jiu had been "adopted" by two emaciated stray dogs. Despite their own hunger, these strays had been giving their food to Jiu Jiu, ensuring the young puppy was well-fed while they went hungry themselves. Moved by this selfless act, Yu burst into tears.
Yu not only fulfilled his promise by giving the 220,000 yuan reward to the person who found Jiu Jiu but also decided to adopt the two stray dogs that had cared for his pet. The person who received the reward, however, chose to donate the money to a local non-profit organization that cares for stray dogs, stating that the true caregivers were the stray dogs themselves.
This touching story has gone viral online, with many praising the kindness of the stray dogs and the generosity of Yu. However, there have been reports of complications in the adoption process, as another woman who regularly feeds the strays is hesitant to let them be adopted.
The story concludes with Jiu Jiu and the two stray dogs finding a home, thanks to Yu's compassion. It highlights the remarkable capacity for empathy and care among animals and humans alike.
