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While some people still believe that dogs only act based on instinct, there’s plenty of proof that they’re capable of deep emotions. Anyone who has spent time with a loving dog knows they feel joy, sadness, and especially loyalty. Dogs that grow up in happy homes with kind families often show just how much they care. But when they’re left behind, the pain they feel can be heartbreaking—and sometimes, it shows in the most touching ways.
Lately, shelters have been filling up with more and more dogs who were given up by their families. For the workers and volunteers, it’s emotionally draining to witness so many dogs confused and sad. One story in particular recently touched the hearts of people around the world and reminded everyone just how deeply dogs can feel.
A Dog Who Waited at the Door
A family made the decision to surrender their dog after having her for seven years. The moment they walked out of the shelter and closed the door behind them, their dog’s reaction was so emotional that a shelter worker felt she had to share it. A video posted by @lovinpet.global on TikTok showed the dog standing by the door, staring sadly at the person who worked there.
“She wanted to wait by the door thinking they were coming back,” the video says. “She loved the children, after all, she is a guardian dog.”
The shelter worker gently went to comfort her, knowing how heartbreaking this moment must have been. “These dogs go through so much pain when they are surrendered,” she said, describing the emotional toll.
A Gentle Touch That Brought Some Peace

The kind shelter employee offered some love and comfort, and the dog seemed to relax a little bit in her arms. But even though she calmed down, the damage had already been done. The trust she had in her family had been shattered, and that kind of pain doesn’t go away easily.
“Please love them and protect them to the end,” the video gently reminds viewers.
The video quickly caught people’s attention, and for many, it was impossible to watch without feeling a wave of sadness.
The Internet Reacts with Sadness and Anger

Viewers poured into the comments section, sharing how much the video affected them. Many were heartbroken for the dog, and others were upset that her owners could walk away like that.
“Oh my …So sad how confusing it is to not have your humans..She is beautiful..” wrote one person.
Another shared, “Heartbreaking. I’m literally crying right now.”
One more added, “I’ll never understand how people can do this regardless of the situation.”
Of course, there are times when giving up a pet can’t be avoided—due to illness, financial struggles, or emergencies. But it should always be the last resort. If you know that caring for a dog might not be possible in the future, it’s better not to adopt one at all. And if rehoming becomes necessary, finding a foster or forever home yourself is far better than leaving a dog in a shelter.
A little extra effort can spare them a lot of heartache. Just one look at the face of that waiting Livestock Guardian dog shows how deeply it hurts when the people they love the most disappear.
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