There's a small, relatively high mountain abroad that hasn't been properly developed and is rarely visited, so there are almost no roads. However, this mountain has gradually become a popular hiking destination for outdoor enthusiasts, thanks to a guide on the mountain – a dog named Dorson.
Rumors say it lives in the mountains, while others say it has an owner. When hikers feel lost, this white dog emerges from the woods to lead the way. Without its help, it's difficult for people to find their way.
Dorson's guides are very skilled; they will also look back from time to time to check the distance between people and prevent anyone from falling behind or getting lost.
After leading people to the summit, it will responsibly bring them safely back to the foot of the mountain. Only after the travelers have expressed their gratitude and left will it "clock out" and return to its home.
A media outlet, drawn by the dog's legendary story, wanted to investigate further. After finishing a day's work in Dorsun, the reporter followed it to a temple at the mountain pass, where a monk warmly welcomed it back.
The monk's name is Monk. He told reporters that Dorsong is a female dog who came here about a year ago and fell in love with the temple's guide dog, Baigu.
Every day, Dorson followed Baigu up and down the mountain. Naturally, she learned from her husband how to be a canine guide in the mountains.
Six months ago, Shiratani suddenly passed away for unknown reasons. The monks buried his body on the mountain and surrounded a small grave with stones.
Dorsong, who had been closely following the monk, sniffed Bai Gu's grave and then cried out loudly. This was its way of expressing grief; perhaps it understood that it would never see its husband again.
The devastating blow plunged Dorson into a prolonged period of depression. It spent its days alone in its hut, longing for its mate. The monks were also worried about it, but faced with the pain of separation and death, they were all powerless to help.
Until four months ago, Dorson finally rallied and began to walk along the route her husband had once taken every day, strolling through memories of Shiratani while guiding wave after wave of travelers.
After finishing his guiding duties for the day, Dorson would always come to Shiratani's grave and stay there quietly for a while. Besides that, a clearing near the summit was also a favorite spot for him.
A traveler told reporters that in the past, Dorsong and Baigu would play and joke around there after leading them to the summit. Now, only Dorsong remains, alone and lost in memories.
With the help of the program crew, the monks prepared a special gift for Dorsong—a wooden plaque with a picture of Bai Gu printed on it. They placed the plaque beside Bai Gu's grave, and Dorsong gently approached, pressing his nose against the plaque as if kissing the dog in the photo.
"Although the two dogs' love story didn't have a happy ending, it's a blessing that Dorson can accompany lost people," the monk said. "I hope it can live a healthy life and continue its hiking journey."
Dogs' loyalty to their owners is well-known, but their affection for other dogs is often overlooked. In the eyes of their owners, pets are like children who never grow up, only knowing how to play and roughhouse. All living things have a spirit; they may not speak, but their delicate feelings are no less than those of humans!
