The other day, Jolie Mejía and her family decided to visit Punta Negra, a small seaside community near their home in Peru. Little did they know that their trip would lead them to a heartwarming story of unwavering love.
As Mejía and her family settled down along the rocky shore overlooking the sea, they were approached by a random dog who appeared to be all by himself.
“He didn’t seem abandoned. He wore a ribbon around his neck and his fur was clean,” Mejía told The Dodo. “I pet him, waiting for his owner, but minutes passed, and no one came.”
The dog seemed to enjoy Mejía’s pets, but his gaze remained fixed upon the ocean. Mejía was curious and soon discovered the touching reason behind this behavior.
Mejía and her family considered adopting the dog, assuming he had been abandoned. So, when a local man walked by, Mejía asked him about the dog’s status.
“He explained that practically everyone in the area knows the dog and is very fond of him,” Mejía said. “He told us that the dog’s owner was a fisherman who passed away some time ago, and that the dog comes to the beach every day and stares out to sea.”
It turns out that the dog has been holding vigil, awaiting the return of his friend who will never come home.
“We were very moved,” said Mejía.
Mejía believes that the dog’s owner died at sea about a year ago, and since then, the dog has been faithfully watching out for him every day.
Although the dog’s owner may never return, the dog is not without friends who care for him. The sad story of the dog is well-known in the community, and people provide him with food, shelter, and healthcare when needed.
A local veterinarian in Punta Negra confirmed to The Dodo that the dog’s name is Vaguito and that he is currently in the care of a woman who lives nearby.
Vaguito’s story is a testament to the enduring bond between humans and their loyal canine companions, even in the face of loss and separation.
