A pet dog, a German Shepherd, has won widespread praise online after leaping into action to save children from a stray dog in the street. The dramatic incident, captured on video, is reportedly from Rishikesh and has since gone viral on social media.

The footage begins with the German Shepherd watching from inside a house as three children play on the road. Moments later, a stray dog approaches the children, prompting them to run away in fear. Reacting swiftly, the German Shepherd jumps over a low wall and rushes towards the stray dog, clearly aiming to protect the children.

Social media users have flooded the video with praise for the brave dog, affectionately calling it “Dogesh Bhai”. Many viewers have commended the dog’s instinct to protect and its swift, fearless response.

Supreme Court orders crackdown on stray dogs in Delhi

The video comes just days after the Supreme Court of India issued an order to capture and confine stray dogs in Delhi, citing a rise in rabies-related deaths. The court directed authorities to remove all stray dogs from the capital region and relocate them to shelters outside urban areas.

The bench further ordered the establishment of shelters for stray dogs within eight weeks. It also issued a stern warning, stating that strict action would be taken against anyone who obstructs efforts to remove the dogs. The court clarified that the ruling was made in public interest and that the bench itself held no personal interest in the matter.

The decision sparked criticism from some animal welfare groups, but the court stood firm, stressing the urgency of ensuring public safety.