Overweight dog in China survives car accident thanks to its “protective fat”

A 64-kilogram Labrador in Hangzhou, China, survived after being run over by a car, with vets crediting its body fat for absorbing the impact. The dog, named Yuanyuan, escaped without fractures or internal injuries.

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  • A 64kg Labrador in Hangzhou survived after being run over by a car on 2 October.
  • Vets said the dog’s body fat helped absorb the impact, preventing serious injury.
  • The owner has been advised to help Yuanyuan lose weight despite its “life-saving” size.

HANGZHOU, CHINA — A 64-kilogram Labrador named Yuanyuan has survived being run over by a car, with veterinarians crediting the dog’s excess body fat for absorbing the impact and saving its life.

Accident captured on CCTV

The incident occurred on 2 October in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. Surveillance footage showed the large Labrador lying near the roadside when a car, unable to see it in a blind spot, drove over the animal.

Yuanyuan could be heard crying out in distress as several residents rushed forward to help. Together, they lifted the car and managed to pull the trapped dog to safety before rushing it to a local pet hospital.

“Protective fat” credited for survival

Veterinarians conducted x-rays and found that Yuanyuan had escaped without fractures or internal injuries. They concluded that the Labrador’s thick layer of body fat had cushioned much of the blow.

While calling the outcome a “miracle,” the attending vet warned that Yuanyuan’s weight posed long-term health risks and recommended a diet and exercise plan to improve its overall condition.

Yuanyuan’s owner, reportedly laughing through tears, told local reporters that the dog’s “chubbiness” might have saved its life.

Viral reactions online

The story quickly spread on Chinese social media platforms, drawing both amusement and relief from thousands of netizens.

One popular comment read, “Extra fat can save your life,” while another user joked, “Finally, a reason not to body-shame dogs.” Others reminded pet owners to keep a closer watch on their animals near roads and to ensure a healthy weight.

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