Says it's an internet sensation, but I just saw it moments ago.

Ah fugg, what can you say?

I just wish I was younger, I would so love to have another dog, but I figure I would go first, and leave the animal without a, what?, provider?

Anyway, link to viral photo here.

Thanks Li'lJugs. You just made my eyes rather wet as well. I hadn't heard of the story either. Very touching.

LJ, you got a big heart but personally I think the guy's story is #%&*$#.

But. I am a dog lover, so ok.

If he had any compassion he would have drowned the dog rather than let it live in agonizing pain.

Can't trust a bloke with a pony tail!

Say what? Euthanasia, maybe, but drowning?

A final visit to the Vet's office, if called for... but drowning? No. Especially in this case, where the owner had to work at getting the dog comfortable with going into the water, so many years ago. To betray that trust would be particularly cruel.

The owner is aware that he may have to euthanize the dog, but I can't blame him for wanting to try the treatment(s) first. In a different article about it, it was indicated that by the time that picture was taken, the vet had already prescribed pain medication, but that it was early in the regimen. The owner knew he might not have more time with his dog, which was why he called his photographer friend.

Hopefully the dog will get enough relief, and if not, hopefully the owner will do the right thing.