Now named Thor, this little stray dog is starting a new life. We tell you the story behind the lomito that went viral.
Social networks have the particularity of connecting stories from any corner of the world, and many times, these stories end with endings that warm the heart. This is exactly what happened with a stray dog which, without intending to, became a trend and conquered thousands of users for its tenderness and friendliness.
The curious episode took place in Yucataninside the Las Américas shopping center, when a brown tenderloin, with some dark spots, calmly entered a convenience store. MINISO. Among shelves full of colorful products, one object completely caught his attention: a white plush.
Without hesitation, the little dog took the doll between his teeth and ran out of the store, wagging his tail from side to side and showing an expression that many described as pure happiness. The scene immediately caught the attention of the buyers, who stopped with laughter and surprise when they saw the little animal fleeing with its “treasure.”
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In an attempt to recover the stuffed animal, a local worker gently pulled it, but the dog resisted for a few seconds without letting go. Far from causing annoyance, the moment awakened tenderness among those present: there was no aggression, just a gesture of genuine joy from an animal that seemed to have found something special.
What seemed like a simple episode of mischief took an unexpected turn thanks to the customer solidarity. Several people decided to make a spontaneous collection to pay for the stuffed animal and allow the lomito to keep it as a early christmas gift. Once it was confirmed that the toy would be his, the little dog walked through the halls of the shopping center with his new treasure, showing his happiness to everyone who saw him.
“The little dog left so happy. We all supported his Christmas gift, we didn’t know who it belonged to, but I hope those in the square adopt him,” commented one of the witnesses at the time, who recorded the entire scene on video.
The story of Thor: the “viral” puppy
Now, the name of this little protagonist is thorand the best thing about the story is that its virality opened the doors to a completely new life.
Days after the event, a young man decided to adopt him, got him a bed, leash and collar, and requested help online to name him. Although Thor lost the stuffed animal that made him famous, he gained something much more valuable: a home, a family and the opportunity to live away from the streets.
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The videos of Thor with his new family show a happy dogfull of energy and affection. Users have not stopped reacting and sharing their joy, highlighting that this story is not only about a tender moment, but also about solidarity and animal love.
Thor is no longer just a viral little dog: he has become a symbol of hope, an animal that went from the street to enjoy a family that cares for him and loves him, reminding us that happy endings do exist.
