In the city of Tolyatti, Russia, the story of a dog has become a symbol of loyalty and love that knows no bounds. The summer of 1995 was a fateful one for a young couple returning from their honeymoon. In a serious car accident, both of them lost their lives, and the only survivor of the collision was their dog.
For the next seven years, the dog returned to the scene of the tragedy every day. Neither winter, nor rain, nor summer heat prevented him from standing in the same place, looking into the distance. Over time, people began to call him “Faithful” – a symbol of silent sadness and loyalty that few could explain, much less ignore.
In 2003, the dog died in the very place he had never left. The citizens of Tolyatti, moved by his story, erected a one and a half meter high monument to him. The sculpture of the dog is positioned so that it looks as if it is looking at the road, turning its head when a car passes by – just as it used to wait for its owners to return.
This story is not just about a dog, but about emotions, loyalty and a bond that lasts even after death. The monument to “Vernom” is not just a memorial, but a reminder to all of us of what true loyalty means.