In the ‘My Little Old Boy’ program, Baek Jeong-nam's dog, who had barely overcome full-body paralysis, is already evoking sadness with news of a cancer battle less than a year later.

The preview for the SBS entertainment show ‘My Little Old Boy’ aired on the 13th.

The preview that day depicted Baek Jeong-nam visiting the hospital with his dog Bell, where a large lump was discovered. The veterinarian diagnosed a malignant tumor, stating, “This is a diagnosis of cancer.” Additionally, the veterinarian mentioned, “The tumor can be completely removed under general anesthesia, but there is a risk of shock occurring suddenly during the procedure,” and that “local anesthesia has a possibility of recurrence.” It is a difficult decision.

Next, the preview showed Bell on the operating table. Sure enough, the sudden movement of Bell on the operating table raised tension about whether the surgery could be performed safely.

Three years earlier, news about Baek Jeong-nam's soul mate, dog Bell, battling illness was reported. Bell was diagnosed with full-body paralysis due to an acute neck disc issue. Baek Jeong-nam expressed, “It felt like everything had collapsed; I need to get better quickly, I need to walk,” as he passionately cared for Bell. Subsequently, Bell started rehabilitation training with a brace, and this rehabilitation continued for 1 year and 7 months. Baek Jeong-nam did not give up, hoping Bell could stand without the brace. He believed that “if we do our best until the end, a miracle will happen.” Notably, due to the aftereffects of full-body paralysis, Bell couldn’t do routine activities alone, so Baek Jeong-nam personally assisted with a suppository.

And in August of last year, time passed, and Baek Jeong-nam shared a morning moment with Bell. Upon waking, Baek Jeong-nam helped loosen Bell's body through stretching to prevent stiffness, encouraging, “Try to get up by yourself.” The scene of Bell standing up on its own without a brace was depicted. Thanks to this, Bell was able to walk to some extent without a brace. It was all the love of a father, a miracle created by devotion,” he expressed emotionally.

However, less than a year later, news of Bell’s cancer battle and upcoming surgery is already evoking sadness.

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