The little dog trembled every time his owners closed the door.
Separation anxiety left him restless for hours, so at home they decided to try something different. They dressed a mannequin in his owner’s clothes and sat it on the couch before leaving. They weren’t expecting much; they just wanted to see what would happen.
When they checked again, the little dog was settled on the mannequin’s lap, giving it kisses as if it were a real person. No sign of distress, no barking, no destruction. The video went viral, and thousands of users agreed on one thing: dogs not only recognize those who care for them, they also learn to feel their presence even in a well-placed piece of clothing.