It’s always concerning when our pets appear to be ill or injured. You want to check on them and get them to the vet as quickly as possible.However, while one man was concerned about his dog, he learned that the dog was more concerned about him — and what appeared to be an injury was really his compassionate pet’s way of demonstrating solidarity with him.
Russell Jones, from London, injured his ankle last year and was forced to use crutches and a cast. But then something weird happened: his dog, Billy, an 8-year-old lurcher, began limping as well.
Russell arrived, concerned about the dog’s foot, and took Billy to the vet the next day. The consultation cost £300, or more than $400 USD, and included scans and x-rays… Despite this, nothing appeared out of place.”He walked in normally, and when he came out they said they couldn’t find anything wrong with him,” Russell was quoted as saying by ITV.
Even stranger, Billy began limping again when they arrived home. Russell’s wife Michelle then noticed the dog dashing around the property while Russell was not present.They eventually deduced that Billy was merely faking a limp around Russell to show sympathy for him while he was on crutches!
It’s a remarkable show of empathy for a dog, a reminder of just how thoughtful and caring they could be. When his owner couldn’t get around like normal, Billy decided to “limp” in solidarity.
Russell recently posted a video of Billy limping alongside him, explaining the situation, and adding that he “loves” his dog — even though he cost him hundreds of dollars in pointless medical expenses.
The video has now gone viral. While some people joked that the dog was a “con artist,” most people thought it was a heartwarming gesture.