New Delhi, July 16 -- In Japan, a 54-year-old man named Hirotaka Saito shut down his company and sold his luxury car to open a shelter for dogs. It happened after his own pet saved his life.

Saito sold his Ferrari to buy land and build Wansfree, a shelter where dogs are free from chains. It now houses 40 dogs and eight cats. He hopes to raise funds and expand the shelter to 300 dogs by 2028.

Years ago, during a financial crisis, Saito tried to end his life. His large dog blocked the door and stopped him from leaving.

As Saito was about to end his life, his 70kg dog blocked the door and refused to move. He realised the dog understood and was stopping him.

This changed his mind, and he chose to live for others. He began rescuing aggress...