Patient pup demonstrates compassion and camaraderie towards little boy with Downs Syndrome.

Hernan is a little boy from Buenos Aires with Downs Syndrome. In this video, he received attention from a dog named Himalaya. However, the cautious child is unsure how to react towards Himalaya’s attentions – normally, he avoids physical contact. After several minutes of apprehension towards Himalaya’s patient affections, Hernan eventually hugs her and even begins to demonstrate ease towards her persistent company.



Hernan’s mother, Ana Marta Vegas, has the following to say about her video:

[tentative translation from Spanish]

“What’s happening here is that Hernan is a little shy and avoids physical contact. He does not like being touched, but Himalaya is determined and patience, which is why [the video] is so touching.”