Stray dog wanders into gorilla habitat at San Diego Zoo Safari Park

This video aired on the KTLA 5 News at 5 on June 13, 2022.

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[jaelzion]

The dog was trying to make friends. The silverback was just protecting his family.There are no villains here.

[bradyvelvet]

Silverback was glancing back and forth like “um, someone wanna come get this dog?!”

[stevethea]

Gorilla looking back and forth like
“i don’t wanna end up like Harambe”

[JB-isgt]

I’m sure he got adopted pretty quick, he knew if he could just go viral he’d find a good home 😂❤

[RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

Can you imagine not knowing your dog got out of the backyard until you see him on the NEWS!!!

[AlphaQHard]

Dog was like “help, these hairy humans aren’t friendly!”

[Phil-S]

This dog looks really well kept for a stray

[SpiritMover]

Dog: “IT’S A PRANK BRO, IT’S A

😨😳😳🐕😂😂😂

[longjohncrypto]

That is a beautiful dog. Great teeth, great markings and great disposition. Hope he finds a good home.

[CH-gchf]

Awe, poor pup! He quickly found out that he didn't want to make friends after all. I'm glad the dog was rescued. The zookeepers were smart to lure the gorillas inside for their special treat before rescuing the dog.

[mar-k]

That officer is in the right career, she clearly cares for animals she barely stopped petting the dog the whole interview. I’m glad those animals have someone compassionate as her looking out for them

[HamidMN]

Gorilla was like "nah man, I ain't gonna end up like Harambe" 🥲

[aynneSF]

The Humane Society officer was so kind and calm. Kudos to her, that can't be an easy job.

[TheWriterNW]

The dog was just curious and wanted to make friends... the gorilla was protecting his family. I'm glad it ended with no one getting hurt. Animals are wonderful... all of them!

[JaneDoe-ovhb]

I can't get over how much that dog looks
like my dog who I just adopted a couple
of months ago. Thank goodness that no
animal was hurt in this. 🐕🐒🐾

[aaabn]

Dog: "I have no enemies"
Gorilla: "You don't decide that"

[mission]

The dog learned that day that not all apes are friendly and give treats 😅

[michaeld.williamsiii]

I’m glad that the dog was rescued safely and hope he will definitely be adopted after this news story. Also very relieved to hear that the gorillas also weren’t harmed and there was no altercations between these species.💚

[donwalsh]

How did the dog get in? Sounds like a BIG problem with containment.

[leftfinned]

The Humane Officer was a gem. Wish there were a million more like her.