If you’ve ever had the joy of owning a dog, or even spent a significant amount of time caring for one, you know the deep connection that can form with these loving animals.
I vividly recall my father’s adamant stance against getting a dog. However, when my brothers and I surprised our mother with a furry friend for Christmas, he reluctantly agreed to let it stay. Within three months, it was clear that my dad had become the dog’s biggest fan, showering it with love and affection.
Having experienced the joys of living with a dog for many years, I understand how quickly they become cherished members of the family. That’s why the thought of losing a dog to a speeding car is heart-wrenching.
It’s not an exaggeration to say that for some people, burying a dog feels like saying goodbye to a close relative.
Unfortunately, far too many dogs are hit and killed by reckless drivers each year. You know the type: those who believe traffic rules don’t apply to them, even in residential areas, or those who think they can get away with dangerous driving habits.
If you know someone who fits this description, it might be time to share a viral sign that a grieving family put up after losing their dog to a speeding driver.
According to reports, the family displayed the sign on their front lawn in the hopes that it would serve as a clear warning to other drivers.
While some may find the message forceful, I can empathize with the family’s pain.
The sign read, “We buried our dog last week because you won’t slow down. If you hit one of my kids, your family may be burying you.”
A photo of the sign was shared on Reddit and later on Facebook, where it gained immense popularity.
One Facebook user shared their thoughts, saying:
“Love the sign. People drive way too fast in neighborhoods. Anything over 20 mph is too fast. We have kids on bikes and playing in their own yard, and sometimes a ball ends up in the street. It happens. So why is this a problem? Well, it’s because people are fking idiots. Plain and simple.”
Similarly, a Reddit user commented:
“I never understand why people speed through neighborhoods… or parking lots. Seriously, what’s the logic in that?” Another person added on Facebook, “Damn straight! One of my dogs got away from me, and the woman who ran over him didn’t even slow down. Just ran over him. The same thing could happen to a child.”
However, the sign also faced criticism from some individuals who believed that the family should have kept their dogs from freely roaming and potentially getting hurt.
What is your stance on the matter? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
