The heartrending sight of a bereaved dog, overwhelmed by the enormity of his owner’s passing, finds him inconsolably sobbing beside the grave, a poignant manifestation of the profound emotional attachment dogs develop with their human caregivers.
Wiley the wolf-dog’s unwavering loyalty to his late owner, Gladys, made it challenging for him to come to terms with her passing.
The grieving dog was captured in a poignant video, howling inconsolably during Gladys’ funeral, while lying quietly beside her tombstone.
In the video, Wiley is observed crying and trembling while surrounded by family members, a touching moment that has deeply touched hundreds of viewers.
In a poignant scene from the film, a family member consoles the grieving Wiley, gently reassuring him with the words, “We miss her too.”
Since being uploaded to YouTube by user SarahandtheWolves, the video has garnered more than 9,174,611 views.
According to the YouTube channel SarahandtheWolves, Wiley is among the military wolf-dogs that assist in the rehabilitation of veterans coping with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder upon their return from combat.
Stationed at Lockwood Animal Rescue Centre (LARC), a haven specializing in wolf-dog and horse care, these military-trained wolf-dogs provide rehabilitation and support to veterans.
The user also provided an explanation to ease any concerns regarding Wiley’s health.
“I’m not a veterinarian, so I can’t confirm if he’s experiencing reverse sneezing like some of you,” explained SarahandtheWolves.
“I can assure you that he has never exhibited such behavior before or since. It may be my way of romanticizing his actions, but it helps me cope with the loss…”
“I also reassure those who think he’s nearing the end that he’s not. The sanctuary’s veterinarian, Wiley, is exceptional.”
