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Dog Waits In Pouring Rain For Owner, But This Time She’s Coming Back

By: Julie Hunt
Julie Hunt is an avid dog lover and writer for iHeartDogs.com, and has a background as a veterinary technician. She rescued a beautiful former bait dog named Rory.Read more
| August 28, 2024

Dogs are known for their unwavering loyalty, and there are countless stories of pets who remain faithful to their owners, even when separated. Whether we are apart for a short amount of time or a lengthy one, our devotion never changes. Distance does not define love, and this story is proof of that! One recent example that touched the hearts of many involves a dog who waited patiently outside a shop every day, even through heavy rain, hoping for her owner’s return. Thankfully, this tale has a happy ending as the two are eventually reunited.

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This touching story was shared by TikTok user @jimjimmie in December. In the video, a dog is seen sitting outside a shop in Sembilan, Malaysia, enduring the pouring rain with a forlorn expression. It was clear that the dog was waiting for someone important to her. Despite Jim’s attempts to coax the dog to come closer for help, she remained steadfast, unwilling to leave her spot. Jim explained that the dog had been waiting outside the same shop for four consecutive days, showing a determination to stay put until her owner came back.

Though she accepted food from Jim, it was obvious that nothing would move her from her spot. The sight of the dog braving the rain, waiting for her lost owner, was heartbreaking to witness. However, thanks to the widespread reach of the video, the story took a beautiful turn.

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According to the Malaysian news outlet SAYS the viral video helped the dog, named Bairava, find her way back to her owner. Bairava had been missing for an astounding eight months before her owner, Vaani, came across the video online.

Overwhelmed with emotion, Vaani immediately rushed to the location where Bairava was faithfully waiting. The reunion was incredibly moving. “I went there and called her name… we were all crying and hugging our dog,” Vaani shared with SAYS. The 40-year-old mother explained that she had rescued Bairava as a stray five years earlier. The two were separated during Vaani’s recovery from an illness, and during that time, Bairava went missing.

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Despite Vaani’s extensive search efforts, she was unable to find Bairava until the video surfaced. The sight of her loyal dog waiting in the rain was both heartbreaking and uplifting, and it led to their tearful reunion.

It’s truly amazing to see the bond between a dog and her owner, and Bairava’s unwavering loyalty serves as a testament to the deep connections dogs form with their humans. Bairava’s patience and determination to wait in the same spot, day after day, is a touching reminder of a dog’s enduring love and devotion.

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What these dogs went through must have been terrifying and painful. That's why we're demanding true and complete justice for these pups and their family.

This story of Bairava and Vaani is not just about the power of hope and persistence. It shows us how loyal and loving dogs can be, even in the face of uncertainty.

We’re thrilled that Bairava is finally home, safe and sound, where she belongs. It’s clear that she missed her owner immensely, and now, thanks to the power of social media and the kindness of strangers, she is back where she truly belongs.

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@jimjimmie Replying to @ciktarusma Kesetiaan yg tiada penghujung. kesian dia #anjingjalanan ♬ Kiss the Rain – Elise Bechstein

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