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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/28754203

The 8-pound dog went missing on the rugged Kangaroo Island in Australia in November 2023 while on vacation with her owners. After a 529-day search, the pup is finally safe and back in human care.

"After weeks of tireless efforts by Kangala Wildlife Rescue volunteers and partner organizations, Valerie has been safely rescued and is fit and well. We are absolutely thrilled and deeply relieved that Valerie is finally safe and able to begin her transition back to her loving parents, Josh and Georgia."

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 week ago (3 children)

All the joy from that ~~puppy~~ dog eyes is gone.

[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 week ago

The photo looks like an adoration stare. I've known multiple dogs that do it. It's either the equivalent of a loving hug between humans, or an attempt to con someone out of some food.

Dogs are a lot more "in the moment" than humans. They remember traumatic events, but are far less reactive to them, unless something explicitly sets off the memories.

Basically, the dog is either very happy to be spending time with its pack leader again, or just wants the treat they are holding behind the camera.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Those eyes say "I'm sorry. I'll never run off when you say no ever again...."

Those eyes also tell a story of sadness and a tramatic experience.

What that puppy may not realize at the time of this photo, is that his story is to be filled with the most overprotective, spoiling, snuggling humans ever. Whoever cares for this little guy may not ever let him out of their sight, but it's only because they will be as scared as the dog is, for the rest of the dogs life. Hopefully a nonverbal communication will translate to the dog that it's for his own good.

[–] [email protected] 18 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Those eyes say nothing like that. You have no real clue what these eyes say. You just like to anthropomorphize this dog and attach your own human narrative to it. You're free to do it, just don't state it as fact.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Eesh... you need a hug, buddy?

[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Always :D as long as you don't smell and are decently attractive. I like hugs!

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago

Lol... Good. It's a date, then.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago

I don't think it's a before and after photo, but the one on the right has raised eyebrows indicating captivation.