It is often assumed that canines are naturally fearless. However, Cactus proves that even the most harmless creatures can ruffle a dog’s calm. A viral Instagram video posted by @cactustherescue shows Cactus, a rescue dog, being scared of chickens. What begins as an innocent intrigue in chickens takes a comedic turn when Cactus realizes he is afraid of baby chickens. Fortunately, his owner stays by his side to reassure him and carry him home.
Instagram video captures rescue dog’s reaction to meeting wild chickens
The heartwarming video captures a German Shepherd mix rescue dog being frightened by a group of baby chickens. Cactus, the rescue dog, finds himself in an unexpected predicament while on a regular walk. Coming face-to-face with a group of chickens, he pauses and reassesses the situation. It is as though confronting the boldness of baby chickens frightens him, Cactus decides discretion is his best bet.
Cactus’s owner senses his growing anxiety and gently reassures him. However, no amount of pep talk convinces the pup as his nerves get the best of him. The onscreen caption shares the dog’s concern, “When your puppy gets terrified of wild chickens so you have to carry him home like a baby.” As such, the owner carries Cactus in his arms and gently walks home while Cactus still appears visibly uneasy.
The human companion continues to comfort him with soothing words and reminders that they are just chickens and would not hurt him. Yet Cactus’s eyes remain worried as he repeatedly glances back to ensure the chickens are not following him. The scene showing the rescue pup being cradled like an infant resonated deeply with viewers. They took to the comments to share their admiration and experiences.
A user wrote, “A dog will fight off a coyote for its human dad but also react to this versus a baby chicken.” Another commented, “He just wanted Dad to pick him up and hold him – any excuse for a Dad cuddle!”. Many users remarked that the bond between a rescue dog and their human is the epitome of love and trust.
