The photo of a homeless kitten cuddling a dog who had recently been abandoned by its owners became a symbol and real proof that animals can be good models of empathy and compassion toward others.

Thousands of people were affected by the feline's friendly demeanor when it was uploaded on the Internet by the child who videotaped the incident in an eastern city, whose identity was not revealed.

The dog was absolutely bewildered and dazed, according to passers-by, after being cowardly abandoned.