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Dog thinks owner is drowning in lake, dives in and tries to pull him out

Truly man's best friend

Christopher Hooton
Monday 26 January 2015 10:28 EST
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Dogs are great aren't they. While cats are there like "Yeah, maybe see you later when I get hungry", dogs are waiting attentatively by your side all: 'PLEASE DON'T DIE I LOVE YOU!'

One owner put his pup to the test, sinking into a lake until his head was completely submerged.

His loyal pet waited for about five seconds, but after seeing no signs of movement leapt up and majestically jumped into the water, trying to nudge the man to shore with his nose.

He then even grabbed him by the hand and tried to pull him out of danger, only letting go when he was certain that his owner was okay.

Uploaded last week, the video already has over 1,3 million views.

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