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Viral Vigil Dog Rescued in Ciudad Juárez After Owner’s Death Outside IMSS Hospital

A local woman has taken in the dog following viral footage of his vigil outside a Ciudad Juárez hospital.

Overview

  • Alejandro, 40 and originally from Veracruz, died on Nov. 18 near Hospital 66 of the IMSS in Ciudad Juárez, according to local reports.
  • His dog, Toby, stayed by the body and blocked forensic personnel as bystanders recorded the scene.
  • Local outlet N656+ published the video, which spread widely and fueled concern about the dog's fate.
  • A woman identified as Betsaida rescued Toby and shared images and video showing him safe at her home with another dog, with posts amplified by Salvemos a Benito and by her mother, Marcela Triana.
  • Neighbors and social media users report that other dogs previously cared for by Alejandro remain without guardians and are seeking help to locate and rehome them.