Unable to care for him, the man had to give the golden dog away. When they reunited, the former owner collapsed at the dog’s reaction.
After being accepted to work abroad straight out of high school, the man rented his own place and welcomed a young golden retriever into his life.
Despite the dog’s youth, it quickly learned and formed a strong bond with its owner. Every evening, the dog eagerly greeted him at the door, offering comfort and solace during tough times.
Though it’s unclear if the dog understood, it patiently listened to the man’s feelings, becoming a trusted confidant.
After a few years of calm, life’s storms hit hard. His job turned cold, and a loved one’s illness demanded a hefty sum, draining his savings. The relationship he cherished ended in heartbreak, leaving him devastated. Overwhelmed by trauma, he lost motivation and couldn’t afford to stay in the city. Unemployment forced him out of his home, leaving him adrift in turbulent times.
Forced to move to a new city and share a room with a friend, he couldn’t care for his golden retriever like before. Reluctantly, he had to give the puppy to a friend for a better life. Initially, the dog struggled to eat, but eventually adjusted after three months.
After five years of hardship, his life stabilized. This year’s Tate break, he visited his friend to see how the big golden retriever was doing.
The owner is surprised by the actions of the dog.
The golden retriever, instead of barking as usual, cautiously approached the man. Sensing his owner’s presence, the dog joyfully wrapped its arms around the man’s legs, celebrating with excited barks.
The golden retriever’s reaction moved everyone in the room, but the man remained silent, filled with remorse for mistreating and abandoning his loyal companion. It served as a poignant reminder that to a dog, their owner is their entire world, regardless of any changes or separations.
Before parting with your dog, consider the profound sadness and longing they’ll experience without you.
