A Malaysian mother and her young son have touched the hearts of social media users after a video of them caring for stray dogs went viral on Threads, offering a powerful reminder that kindness begins at home.
The clip, shared by user Airis Yasmin, shows several stray dogs wagging their tails excitedly as her car arrives, a clear sign that the animals recognise her and eagerly anticipate her visits.
In the video, Airis is seen carefully placing three plates of food on the ground while her son, wearing black gloves, gently interacts with the dogs. Beyond feeding them, she also applies what appears to be flea treatment, ensuring the strays are not only nourished but protected from parasites.
Afterwards, her son helps clean up the area, responsibly disposing of leftover food and packaging, a small but meaningful lesson in compassion and accountability.
The heartwarming act has drawn widespread praise online, with many users commending the mother for raising her child with empathy and respect towards animals.
“All mothers should be like this. Instead of forbidding children from touching dogs or telling them to stay away, this is a beautiful example of how to educate kids,” commented one user. “Dogs are not dirty, and with proper care, it’s okay to show them kindness.”
Another user wrote, “May you be blessed with abundance. What you are doing brings positive change to our country.”
The video also prompted others to share deeply personal and emotional stories about stray animals. One user recalled a village dog affectionately named Cik Tam, who was fed daily but never allowed indoors.
“She was poisoned by someone,” the user shared. “It was devastating to watch her die in front of our house. My mother cried for days after losing her silent companion.”
Beyond its viral, the video has sparked important conversations about compassion, education, and humane treatment of animals, showing how simple acts of care can inspire empathy, awareness, and change within the community.
Thank you Ms, for being a gem!
Source / Image Credit : NST , airis.yasminn
