Dogs & us - The secrets of an unbreakable friendship | DW Documentary

Several thousand years ago, humans and dogs made an emotional pact. Today, that pact of friendship is still unbroken. Whether hunting, sledging or herding, dogs have accompanied humans everywhere, from deserts and jungles to the ice-covered ends of the earth.

But while the dog has long embodied true friendship and boundless loyalty, only recently have we started to understand this magnificent animal. What do we really know about our four-legged friends?

"Dogs & Us - The Secret of a Friendship" tells beautiful, exciting and extraordinary real-life stories of dogs and humans around the world. From the shelter dog helping a prison inmate find courage, to the specially trained four-legged companion of a young autistic woman, to the rescue dog using smell to locate missing people. In breathtaking pictures, the documentary shows dogs' special skills and uncovers why they are essential to our society. Why can dogs communicate with us so well? How far does this understanding go? And what exactly is the secret of this wonderful friendship?

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[-youtalkingtome]

“Sometimes I don’t want to hang out with anyone else, but I always want to hang out with my dog.” I can totally relate to that.

[mikebrody]

I'm an old man now but when I open my eyes each morning just me and my dogs --- without dogs and music life would not be worth living for me --- dogs are really angel's from heaven.

[etcetraetcetra]

"Sometimes I don't want to talk to anybody else, but I always want to hang out with my dog."
I totally get that.

[leonotthelion]

Had my dog from age 5, and he died when I was 20. I buried him in the front yard under a tree. It wasn't until I laid him down in the hole I dug, that I started to cry, it was overwhelming. I still dream about him 9 years later.

[kendalljumps]

I had to put my dog down recently and it’s been devastating beyond words. I’ve been so grieved I lost my job and become a complete recluse. Duncan had been my best friend, therapy animal, constant companion, source of comfort and protection, and source of pure joy for 12 years. Seems like other people have had a hard time understanding the depth of my grieving because Duncan was “just a dog.” Watching this helped. There are others who get it and feel it, I didn’t lose a dog I lost a big part of my world-my baby boy. I am grateful for this video. I’m not alone in the unexplainable bond I had with my boy. Thank you for this.

[rorqualdesertico]

"Yes, your dog really trully loves you" I just burst into tears, what a wonderful doc

[krollpeter]

This is one of the best documentations about dogs. It also should make people understand, that they are not toys, but need to be fully respected.

[claudiacorona]

The prison rehabilitation with the dogs took my breath away! I love that program and have a lot of respect for the gentleman that started that program. Wish there more of this positivity all over the US.

[puchito]

I literally cried watching this. Dogs are so wonderful creatures! The more I get to know humanity, the more I love and appreciate my dog!

[veronica]

When the narrator said "Yes your dog does truly love you" I cried a little

[SNLandCruisers]

A friend of mine got one of these dogs from a shelter that was trained in prison. One of the best behaved dogs I have ever seen from a shelter or otherwise.

[faTTosaurus]

I adopted a dog from a shelter.
Ever since that day I’ve never had a sad, depressed day ever; which I struggled with before.
He saved my life.

[mdh]

"Sometimes I don't want to talk to people, but I always want to hang out with my dog"... truth!!

[Dirty_Squirrell]

Dr. Pilley passed away in June of 2018. Chaser followed almost a year to the day. Not only did we learn that a dog is much smarter than we ever imagined, we learned our elders still have much to give to the world of knowledge. Pilley was 89 and Chaser was 15. May they both be together somewhere in this universe. What a pair of incredible animals!

[kmac]

I feel so sad for people who have never known the love of a dog or for a dog. I’ve loved dogs for as long as I can remember. I wrote an essay in 4th grade for my Dad begging him to let me get a dog. He had the classic dad mentality of dog hair and who’s going to clean up the poop and walk them blabla. I must’ve been pretty convincing because they surprised me with my Jerzey at Christmas 😂 Little did I know my Dad needed that dog more than I did. His entire personality changed. He was softer, gentler, more emotional and compassionate. More patient. My dog gave me the best version of my Dad and I’m forever grateful. Jerzey started it all but Kobi and Sydney kept all of us going ❤️

[brentbean]

Dogs teach us many things, unconditional love, empathy, and loyalty. I can't imagine life without them, I never get tired of their company.

[adorablyadorable]

Dogs are Gods gift to humanity, with a dog you're never alone.

[mgray]

I developed epilepsy in my early 40's. At the time I had a Boston terrier for at least 2 or 3 years before. My first grand mal my other half said she was acting very worried and strange, then here came the seizures.
From then on always had her to let us know I was about to have them. Sadly I lost her 2 years ago. Then last year got my epilepsy under control.
I think back on her death which was at the vet waiting on her meds where she passed in my arms. One of the greatest loss in my life. God bless her, and God bless all!

[antiquesrestoration]

I lost my sweet 17 year old dog in March and I grieve for him every day. It's the most profound loss I've ever felt. One of the best things mankind ever did was domesticate the dog. Truly man's best friend. I only wish mankind would return the favor.

[VaneWalker]

I can't watch this without crying. I love these animals so much.