In a heartbreaking show of love and loyalty, a dog stayed by the body of his sister who died by the side of a road in Texas, US.
Kingsville Kleberg Health Department Animal Control and Care Centre shared a Facebook post describing a call they received about a dead dog lying in the road.
When they arrived at the site, they spotted another dog sat next to the deceased pooch with one protective paw resting on her body.
Believed to be a catahoula mix aged between six and 12 months, workers at the care centre decided to name the dog Guardian because of his protective actions. "This kid wouldn't let anyone mess with his sister," says the post, adding that it was not easy for team members to convince the dog that they were there to help.