The orangutan was in a rescue center and not doing well. This old hound wandered in absolutely emaciated and the orangutan snapped to like his best buddy had finally arrived.
He stayed with the hound night and day until he was well and in the whole scenario, found a reason to live. They are now inseparable.
Best friends Suryia the orangutan and Roscoe the Blue Tick hound
Doggy paddle's the order of the day here for the couple who live at the Tigers sanctuary in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Suryia and Roscoe spend hours together every day - they're particularly keen on swimming.
The two mates see the funny side of most things.
There's always time to relax.
For once, Roscoe's letting it all hang out.
The three-year-old orangutan goes everywhere with Roscoe.
A dog's not just a man's best friend, he's an orangutan's too.
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