A quietly moving moment between a Malay woman with her young child and a group of stray dogs has captured the attention of social media users, reflecting how genuine compassion can rise above cultural boundaries.
The video, shared by Airis, shows the pair arriving at a commercial area where several strays eagerly approach them. Their excited tail-wagging suggests a bond built on familiarity and trust.
The video starts with Airis pulling into a carpark and the dogs looking visibly excited to welcome her. Upon stepping out of the vehicle, Airis sets several plates on the ground before carefully filling them with dog food. The dogs gather calmly around her, waiting as she distributes the portions with steady gentle movements. Her child, also wearing gloves, watches closely while participating in the process, mirroring her attentiveness.
Image credit: airis.yasminn (Threads)
The footage also shows her softly petting the dogs with gloved hands and applying what appears to be anti-flea ointment, ensuring the animals receive both nourishment and basic care. These small acts reflect deliberate effort and responsibility, offering comfort to the dogs while maintaining safe handling practices.
“Kindness isn’t optional,” she said.
Teaching compassion through action
As the dogs eat, the child helps tidy the area, picking up used packaging and food scraps into a garbage bag. This simple participation demonstrates the mother’s intention to instil values of empathy and responsibility from an early age, showing that caring for animals also involves caring for the environment around them.
Image credit: airis.yasminn (Threads)
A gesture that resonates widely
Though modest in nature, the video has sparked heartfelt reactions online. It stands as a quiet reminder that compassion, when demonstrated sincerely, can inspire many and shape the next generation by example.
“This video really made my day. You and your son have hearts of gold.”
“All mothers should be like this. Instead of forbidding children from touching dogs or telling them to stay away, this is a good example and valuable exposure for kids. Let them learn that dogs aren’t “dirty,” and it’s perfectly okay to hold them as long as they’re not wet. Bless you, kak.”
“I love this women’s movement — thank you for sharing this. It’s a great example that shows you can help all animals. Truly great parenting.”
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