The Thirsty Armadillo Is Grateful That Someone Stopped To Give Him Some Water

Sometimes the smallest actions may have the greatest impact.

You only need to ask Caio Giovani and the small animal whose life he most likely saved.

The other day, Giovani was operating a truck in Mato Grosso, Brazil, when he became aware of a slight impediment up front. He made the decision to pause and have a better look, when he saw a weary armadillo.

Giovani told The Dodo, “I could see he wasn’t feeling well.” It appeared as though he was requesting assistance from me.

Fortunately, Giovani was considerate enough to answer that call. Giovani took the armadillo there and turned on the tap after remembering that he had a water tank on his spigot.

Here is video of what transpired next, and you can see how happy the thirsty animal was to find relief:

Giovani looked on as the armadillo basked in the refreshing stream, waiting until it seemed he’d had his fill.

Then, after carrying the armadillo to a shadier spot, Giovani gave him a banana just in case he was hungry, too.

The two then parted ways — one whose life was restored thanks to that momentary stop; the other whose spirit was lifted having had the chance to help.

“I left him on the edge of the woods,” Giovani said. “He was much better.”