In October 2017, a viral moment sparked the meme: “Even Vladimir Putin knows the proper way to hold a dog.” During a Turkmenistan meeting, President Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov gifted Putin a Central Asian shepherd puppy for his 65th birthday. Berdymukhamedov awkwardly lifted the pup by the scruff, prompting Putin to step in, gently cradling and kissing it. The footage spread widely, casting him as a tender animal lover. Yet the meme only tells part of the story—Putin’s connection with dogs has long blended symbolism, psychology, and diplomacy.View all 2,302 comments

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