Poodle on wheels becomes Internet hit in China

A two-legged poodle in China has become a sensation on the internet after its owner invented a wheelchair to help the dog walk again.
The pet named Chanel lost both its forelegs in a car accident in Qinghai Province in May when it was just four months old.
Three months later, the chocolate poodle can enjoy a normal dog's life, running, walking and even climbing stairs with its two wheels.
Its owner, Chen Hongle, posts videos of Chanel on the Internet, which has made the dog popular among Chinese netizens and Xining residents.
Chen created the wheelchair using parts of an old suitcase and toys.

To make it more comfortable and safe, Hongle fitted the chair with a chest protector, two seat-belts, a bell and a small lamp.

The dog's legs were infected after its previous owners left it at home for more than 10 days without treatment and abandoned it in Xinang's Jiawang Animal Hospital.
This led to the amputation of its legs, state-run Xinhua news agency reported.
Chen, who works at the hospital, decided to take care of the dog. He said he was not a dog-lover but Chanel is now part of his family.