From great escape to great reunion: plot twists of China viral video of 7 dogs’ homecoming
Once the unexpected turn of events become known, the situation sparks renewed discussions online about misinformation and animal welfare
The tale of seven dogs from China allegedly fleeing captivity from a dog meat restaurant won hearts globally, but the reality has recently come to light, taking an unexpected turn.
Local media and official fact-checks later revealed that the German shepherd in the video was in heat, attracting the other six dogs who followed it.
This dramatic and heartwarming story began with a video captured by a road user in Changchun, Jilin province, northeastern China, showing seven dogs walking along a highway.
Moved by concern for the animals, the individual urged local traffic authorities to intervene.
The footage quickly resonated on mainland social media and beyond, garnering over 230 million views online.