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Stray Dog Keeps Visiting A Hyundai Dealership, They Give Him A Job And His Own Badge
Persistency gets you places. Especially into people’s hearts.
And few live by these words as seriously as one doggo from Brazil. He found himself a job, got adopted, and became famous simply by showing up.
Earlier this year, the staff at a Hyundai Prime dealership noticed the dog hanging around. At first, they thought it was just a temporary thing and the pup would soon move on to search for happiness elsewhere but as time went by, one thing became evident — he was determined to stay. So they let him.
The dealership named the friendly stray Tucson Prime and hired him. They even gave him his own ID card and everything.
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Although they adopted the dog in May, the story started to go viral just earlier this week after the official handle of Hyundai Brazil posted images of the ‘pawfessional consultant’ on their Instagram account.
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They said the initial plan was to simply provide the dog refuge, but his ability to greet and interact with customers earned him a promotion.
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Showroom manager Emerson Mariano told media outlet Top Motors Brazil that the feedback for Tucson’s customer service in the store has been extremely positive, and he said the environment in their organization has improved thanks to the dog’s “very caring and docile nature”.
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Mariano said that many customers returned to the store even after having purchased a car just to say hi to the dog and give him gifts.
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The manager made the decision to take in the dog during a particularly rainy night when he felt so sorry for the stray, he just had to invite him inside and offer him food and water.
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Then, Mariano instantly became attached to the dog and suggested to the board that they adopt Tucson as a mascot.
“After all, the company has always been pet friendly, so now, we decided to embrace this idea in practice too, having our own pet precisely at a more complicated time like this with so many abandoned animals,” he said.
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After his adoption, Tucson was taken to a doctor to get all the necessary vaccinations and has not only become a real member of the team, but he’s even expected to star in a national advertisement campaign for Hyundai too.
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People were incredibly happy to hear the news
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Night Owl 5 years ago
Make him the employee of the month... and later the employee of the year. I'm not looking to buy a car but a dog consultant would definitely convince me to enter a car dealership
Zoe's Mom 5 years ago
I want to speak with the manager and this cutie walks up!! All good; all good.
April Royal 5 years ago
How sweet! A gas station by my house adopted a stray dog who later became their unofficial mascot. Thanks to Buster, slim Jim sales went through the roof!
ebony1k124 touch 5 years ago
The picture with the tie and headset on were just too much, lol. Talk about a go-getter! This is an awesome story and definitely put a smile on my face.
Katinka Min 5 years ago
He looks like an incredibly dog - so sweet and bright. Someone really should adopt him properly.
Mary Smiley 5 years ago
I really loved this story about a really great doggo and a very kind car dealership. Made my week!
Juan-Carlos Saez 5 years ago
What can be better than a beautiful car and an amazing dog? THANK YOU HIUNDAY
Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
He must have been a much-loved pet at one time to be so docile and willing to pose like he does. So glad he's been adopted and has a good career.
Alicia Leitch 5 years ago
I just bought a Hyundai and sadly there was no doggies at my dealership..
Lori Phillips 5 years ago
I'm an avid dog person and I can't think of a better life for your boy just remember he choose you and that speaks volumes love the name too
Soli Villanueva 5 years ago
It is so nice to see that we realize all living creatures need love and care! Well done!
Robert Gest 5 years ago
What a great story. He looks like a sweet dog. I'd trust him before a car salesman.
Pamela Mohn 5 years ago
Officially fallen in love with Tucson! This just made my birthday even better!
Courtney Christelle 5 years ago
By his demeanor I think he used to belong to someone and may have been abandoned. Good thing he found his way to loving people and a loving home. From living on the streets to representing an entire brand, good boy.
Christopher Conner 5 years ago
This is an absolutely wonderful story of caring and happiness,for both Tuscon Prime and employees and customers.
Nahid Binandeh Dehaghani 5 years ago
Excellent 😍😍😍 I wish every stray dog could find a home...
Noel Bovae 5 years ago
Good for the dog; good for the dealership; good for the customers; good for me!!
Albert Ambrosia 5 years ago
Dogs sell A buddy of mine funeral director when I suggested he have a therapy dog, like mine, he did and the positive reaction of the families and guests was very +++ esp. the kids that go to the wakes. When I go for auto service and all, my service dog is with me and people love her as I allow them to pet her and she loves it. I convinced my ford dealership to get a dog from the pound and he could not believe how much calmer employees and customers in the waiting area are and a lot less beaching. I would use this dog as the business manager when the deal is going sideways...
Mike Rodrick 5 years ago
Where is he? I'd love to adopt him, but at this point, I'm certain they'd never let me. Awesome looking dog.
averageperson 5 years ago
It's really too bad that some people are allergic to dogs... otherwise there would be a lot more stories like this. I'm so glad Hyundai could make room for a doggo!
Alessandra Capalbo 5 years ago
There may yet be hope for human beings, the dogs already have it :) Such a heartfelt and beautiful story :)
Anna Kimmel 5 years ago
I love the comment from Night Owl; "Make him the employee of the month... and later the employee of the year. I'm not looking to buy a car but a dog consultant would definitely convince me to enter a car dealership" was exactly what I was thinking and so I decided to give them credit and copy and paste it to my comment.
Divya 5 years ago
Love it !!! Way to go... and hope many more corporates and homes taken in these beautiful dogs abs take care of them. 3 Cheers to the empathetic Manager and the team for welcoming The little guy as the mascot. Looking forward to seeing Hyundai showrooms in India follow your lead!
Weim Central 5 years ago
Thank you for caring first and then thinking about the marketing implications! Bravo!
Val Izhakevich 5 years ago
Looks like a Black Mouth Cur mutt but whoever he is both he and the guys at the dealership are awesome.
Edwin Premnath 5 years ago
Wondering what one of the best Indian dog breed is doing out the there.... https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Combai
Miss Cris 5 years ago
They adopted a pet because they don't have to pay for it. They wouldn't employ any person, at least paying for his/her job. It isn't a matter of choice between a dog or a human. It's this or nothing.
Load More Replies... Night Owl 5 years ago
Make him the employee of the month... and later the employee of the year. I'm not looking to buy a car but a dog consultant would definitely convince me to enter a car dealership
Zoe's Mom 5 years ago
I want to speak with the manager and this cutie walks up!! All good; all good.
April Royal 5 years ago
How sweet! A gas station by my house adopted a stray dog who later became their unofficial mascot. Thanks to Buster, slim Jim sales went through the roof!
ebony1k124 touch 5 years ago
The picture with the tie and headset on were just too much, lol. Talk about a go-getter! This is an awesome story and definitely put a smile on my face.
Katinka Min 5 years ago
He looks like an incredibly dog - so sweet and bright. Someone really should adopt him properly.
Mary Smiley 5 years ago
I really loved this story about a really great doggo and a very kind car dealership. Made my week!
Juan-Carlos Saez 5 years ago
What can be better than a beautiful car and an amazing dog? THANK YOU HIUNDAY
Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
He must have been a much-loved pet at one time to be so docile and willing to pose like he does. So glad he's been adopted and has a good career.
Alicia Leitch 5 years ago
I just bought a Hyundai and sadly there was no doggies at my dealership..
Lori Phillips 5 years ago
I'm an avid dog person and I can't think of a better life for your boy just remember he choose you and that speaks volumes love the name too
Soli Villanueva 5 years ago
It is so nice to see that we realize all living creatures need love and care! Well done!
Robert Gest 5 years ago
What a great story. He looks like a sweet dog. I'd trust him before a car salesman.
Pamela Mohn 5 years ago
Officially fallen in love with Tucson! This just made my birthday even better!
Courtney Christelle 5 years ago
By his demeanor I think he used to belong to someone and may have been abandoned. Good thing he found his way to loving people and a loving home. From living on the streets to representing an entire brand, good boy.
Christopher Conner 5 years ago
This is an absolutely wonderful story of caring and happiness,for both Tuscon Prime and employees and customers.
Nahid Binandeh Dehaghani 5 years ago
Excellent 😍😍😍 I wish every stray dog could find a home...
Noel Bovae 5 years ago
Good for the dog; good for the dealership; good for the customers; good for me!!
Albert Ambrosia 5 years ago
Dogs sell A buddy of mine funeral director when I suggested he have a therapy dog, like mine, he did and the positive reaction of the families and guests was very +++ esp. the kids that go to the wakes. When I go for auto service and all, my service dog is with me and people love her as I allow them to pet her and she loves it. I convinced my ford dealership to get a dog from the pound and he could not believe how much calmer employees and customers in the waiting area are and a lot less beaching. I would use this dog as the business manager when the deal is going sideways...
Mike Rodrick 5 years ago
Where is he? I'd love to adopt him, but at this point, I'm certain they'd never let me. Awesome looking dog.
averageperson 5 years ago
It's really too bad that some people are allergic to dogs... otherwise there would be a lot more stories like this. I'm so glad Hyundai could make room for a doggo!
Alessandra Capalbo 5 years ago
There may yet be hope for human beings, the dogs already have it :) Such a heartfelt and beautiful story :)
Anna Kimmel 5 years ago
I love the comment from Night Owl; "Make him the employee of the month... and later the employee of the year. I'm not looking to buy a car but a dog consultant would definitely convince me to enter a car dealership" was exactly what I was thinking and so I decided to give them credit and copy and paste it to my comment.
Divya 5 years ago
Love it !!! Way to go... and hope many more corporates and homes taken in these beautiful dogs abs take care of them. 3 Cheers to the empathetic Manager and the team for welcoming The little guy as the mascot. Looking forward to seeing Hyundai showrooms in India follow your lead!
Weim Central 5 years ago
Thank you for caring first and then thinking about the marketing implications! Bravo!
Val Izhakevich 5 years ago
Looks like a Black Mouth Cur mutt but whoever he is both he and the guys at the dealership are awesome.
Edwin Premnath 5 years ago
Wondering what one of the best Indian dog breed is doing out the there.... https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Combai
Miss Cris 5 years ago
They adopted a pet because they don't have to pay for it. They wouldn't employ any person, at least paying for his/her job. It isn't a matter of choice between a dog or a human. It's this or nothing.
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