Situated on the Kaveri River in southern India citizens of Erode are no stranger to seeing jungle wildlife in and around their city. They were however quite surprised recently when a rhesus macaque was found in possession of, and seemed to be caring for, a young puppy.
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How the wild monkey came to adopt the dog, no one can say, but her relationship to the little one is shockingly maternal.
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As word of their friendship began to spread, locals gathered near their haunt to get a glimpse of this rare and unlikely relationship.
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“People who have seen them spoke of their strong mutual affection and described their bond as the most caring thing in the world – to take care of a puppy in danger and protect him like a parent.”
The macaque would even defend her canine charge from aggressive stray dogs!
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“Their undying affection gives us a valuable lesson about relationships.”
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As the puppy has gotten older she was taken to a local shelter and will soon be put up for adoption to find a forever family. But their sweet relationship should be a reminder to us all. Love knows no bounds.
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