[justlurking]

That picture is actually of a guy that would hold the dog and let him soak in the warm water until he went to sleep. The dog had a problem with his joints that was very painful.

There was a treatment available, but was very expensive. After the picture went viral, the guy got multiple offers from people to pay for the dog's treatment. I haven't heard the eventual outcome.

This picture is more like "unconditional trust".

[Benito Cereno]

Unfortunately, the dog died just this week.

[1rudeboy]

Schoep, Arthritic Dog Whose Photo Touched Millions, Dies.

[Kartographer]

Schoep, Arthritic Dog Whose Photo Touched Millions, Dies

http://shine.yahoo.com/pets/schoep-arthritic-dog-whose-photo-touched-millions-dies-181600152.html