“Why I Need a Car”: Dog Mom Books Entire Taxi to Go to Vet After E-hailing Drivers Refused Service

“Why I Need a Car”: Dog Mom Books Entire Taxi to Go to Vet After E-hailing Drivers Refused Service

  • A young woman shared a video telling people that she booked a taxi to take her dog to the vet
  • She noted that e-hailing drivers refused to help her for fear of her pet messing up their vehicle
  • Social media users loved the dog mom's efforts to get her pup the medical attention it needed
A woman booked a taxi to take her dog to the vet.
A woman booked a taxi to take her dog to the vet. Images: @iamsihlekibido
Source: Instagram

Animal lovers and owners often treat their pets like their own children, showering them with unconditional love and care. In fact, one woman recently booked a taxi to take her beloved dog to the doctor.

Woman and dog take a taxi to the vet

TikTok content creator Sihle Kibido (@sihle_kibido) uploaded a clip on the social media platform informing app users what she did to ensure her pet received the medical attention it needed.

Showing herself cuddling with her pup in the public vehicle, Sihle shared in the post:

Read also

"I can't thank you enough": Grateful student appreciates her mother's efforts in video

"POV: We booked the entire taxi for ourselves for a vet visit because Ubers thought he'd vomit."

She also wrote in her post's caption:

"The 13th reason why I need a car."

Watch the video below:

Mzansi applauds dog mom's efforts

Several internet users took to the comment section to share their thoughts about the dog mom making a plan for her pup to get the necessary care it needed.

@vuyiswas3d said to the woman with love:

"Sihle, I understand. I once did the same."

@sinazo717 wrote in the comments:

"A mom will always make a plan."

@keneiloe21_m jokingly said:

"I know a Powerball winner when I see one."

@cometmkhize shared their experience of going the extra mile for their pet:

"The love we have for our pets. I once sat with my 'dog' at the back of a bakkie with no canopy in pouring rain in the early hours of one cold winter day to also rush to the vet."

Read also

"I downgraded my lifestyle": Woman says goodbye to BMW, Mzansi relates to her decision

@noxybarbz loved the video and commented:

"He’s so loved, and I love it. Guys, we are not like our parents. We grew up and realised that animals are here in this world just as much as we are. I love this."

After seeing Sihle's caption, @lungiblackmoova told her:

"Oh, Mama. You will get a car soon."

Obedient dog takes a taxi ride

In another story, Briefly News reported about a young woman who shared a video of a dog riding in a taxi as a passenger.

The animal sat quietly in public transportation, with some online viewers describing the dog as embarrassed and others cracking jokes about the situation.

PAY ATTENTION: Сheck out news that is picked exactly for YOU - click on “Recommended for you” and enjoy!

Source: Briefly News

Authors:
Jade Rhode avatar

Jade Rhode (Editor) Jade Rhode is a Human Interest Reporter who joined the Briefly News team in April 2024. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Rhodes University, majoring in Journalism and Media Studies (distinction) and Linguistics. Before pursuing her tertiary education, Jade worked as a freelance writer at Vannie Kaap News, telling the tales of the community. After her studies, Jade worked as an editorial intern for BONA Magazine, contributing to both print and online. To get in touch with Jade, please email jade.rhode@briefly.co.za

Tags: