There’s nothing sweeter than the bond between a boy and a dog, and one story shows just how brave and kind kids can be when it comes to their animal friends.
The incident happened in Itajaí, Brazil in 2013. According to the Huffington Post, local press reported that a dog had become injured after being sᴛʀᴜᴄᴋ by a car on the road. The driver of the car ran off. An 11-year-old boy named Jean Fernandez raced out to save him, dodging oncoming vehicles to bring him to safety.
Fortunately, the 11-year-old hero, could not just stand and watch the dog suffering. He knew he had to do something, so he rushed into the street, stopped the traffic, and then grabbed the dog into his arms and has taken him to safety. Meanwhile, the dog, reportedly named Mel, was taken to an animal control center, where he was treated for his injuries and expected to make a full recovery.
Thankfully, the noble gesture didn’t pass unnoticed as a local caught on camera the heartwarming moment. Photographer Rafael Martins captured a few snaps of the scene and then shared them online. Lots of people showed admiration for the boy’s beautiful gesture. One person has perfectly described the moment;
“This little boy is already larger than many men,” the woman wrote.
The boy was praised for his heroic actions. Many expressed their admiration that someone so young would be so selfless.
The boy was praised for his heroic actions. Many expressed their admiration that someone so young would be so selfless.
But Jean’s mother told Brazilian news that she wasn’t surprised by what her son had done, saying he loves animals and often helps out abandoned and abused pets.
The dog that Jean rescued, named Mel – Honey in English – has been taken to a local shelter where he got medical treatment for his injuries and it is expected to fully recover soon.
