A Cooling Friend: How Kindness Helps Ricky the Dog Beat the Heat

Meeting Matias and Ricky

Every time Ricky, the local dog, visits the gas station, he's in for a treat. Matias Saldari, who works at the gas station in Argentina, makes sure of that.

Dealing with the Heat

Argentina can get extremely hot, especially during summer heat waves. For Ricky, this meant a lot of uncomfortable days. Matias noticed how much Ricky suffered in the heat and decided to do something about it.

Ricky’s Cool Bath

One day, Matias had an idea. What if he gave Ricky a cold bath to cool him off? The first time he did it, Ricky loved it! It became a routine. Now, every time Ricky comes by the gas station, Matias is ready with some cold water to make sure Ricky stays cool.

Friendship in Kindness

Matias’s kind actions show how simple gestures can make a big difference. Ricky now visits the gas station pretty often, knowing he’ll get his cooling bath. This story reminds us that small acts of kindness can create lasting friendships, even between humans and dogs.