A heartwarming video featuring Ivan, a dog walker from Walsall, has gone viral, garnering over three million views on Instagram. The video, filmed by photographer Mark Butters, shows Ivan walking his two English bulldogs, King and Lucy, in Willenhall Memorial Park when he is approached by Butters, who offers free pet portraits. The video quickly gained widespread attention, even catching the eye of Khloe Kardashian.
Ivan, whose Black Country accent resonated with viewers, was stunned by the response, saying, “It made me laugh to think, ‘I don’t know The Kardashians but they know me!’” He expressed gratitude for the encounter, noting that Butters’ passion for photography and his genuine interaction had “restored his faith in humanity.”
In the video, Ivan shares a touching personal story, revealing his loss of his wife and youngest daughter to cancer and how he had raised funds for Acorns Children’s Hospice. His candidness and the special bond he shares with his dogs resonated with viewers around the globe.
Butters, who films strangers’ reactions to his offers of free pet portraits, said he never expected the video to go viral but was confident people would love Ivan. Inspired by his rescue dog, Pan, Butters hopes to one day turn his photography hobby into a full-time career, continuing his mission to capture heartwarming moments with dogs.
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