Meet Kupata, a lovable stray dog hailing from Batumi, Georgia, who has assumed a vital role in his community. Although he was not officially hired, Kupata takes on the important responsibility of being a school crossing guard, diligently helping local students safely cross the busy streets.
Kupata has a soft spot for kids and is determined to ensure their safety on their way to school. He entered the town as a young pup and was cared for by the community, despite being a stray. He made his home in the stairwell of a nearby apartment complex. Kupata would dart out in front of cars to signal them to stop and allow children to cross the street safely. Whenever a car ignored him, he would bark angrily until they stopped. Once the car came to a halt, Kupata would walk alongside the children as they crossed. Kupata’s love for children intensified after playing with them at the park near his abode, and he became fiercely protective of them.
Kupata devotes his entire existence to safeguarding the park and making it a safe haven for children. Whenever he notices that intoxicated individuals are loitering around the area, he barks to deter them. Kupata has three closest companions in his life: Nona, who feeds him, a young girl, and Beka, who looks after him. He was raised around kids and loves to frolic with them. According to Kupata’s Instagram manager, there is a nearby park where he frequently plays with children.
He has a bit of an obsession with sausages, hence why he goes by the nickname Sausage. Kupata, who you might find taking a nap when he’s not busy looking after the children in his neighborhood, is quite beloved by the locals. He became even more popular after a video was shared online of him escorting kids across the street. Now, Kupata has become a tourist attraction, with people traveling from far and wide just to take photos with him. The Adjara Tourism Department even built him his own doghouse, and you can even spot his likeness on the side of a building. Kupata has inspired a new program that rewards Batumi residents with a small yearly stipend for adopting stray dogs.
The city has found a potential solution to its issue with stray dogs, and it comes in the form of Kupata. This furry friend has gained quite a reputation and is well-known among the locals. He even goes by the nickname “Pride of Georgia” on his Instagram account, where there are plenty of creative pieces of art dedicated to him.
Kupata may be popular on the internet and a local celebrity, but he doesn’t seem to worry about it. His main concern is ensuring that children cross the street safely. People from all over the world show their affection for him by sending him gifts. He is not only loved in his hometown but also globally. Despite all this attention, Kupata remains unfazed. Check out the video below to learn more about Kupata’s story. Don’t forget to share it with your loved ones.
