Recently, in Zigui County, Yichang City, Hubei Province, a small hill by the Yangtze River has gained attention for its striking resemblance to a resting puppy, earning it the nickname "Puppy Hill."

The hill’s contours closely resemble a dog's head, with exposed rock formations mimicking its eyes, nose, and mouth, while the lush green vegetation appears like fur. The calm waters flowing around the hill further enhance its lifelike appearance. Some pet owners have even compared their dogs to "Puppy Hill," noting the remarkable similarity in forehead and snout curvature.

Li Zhongdong, a leading science communication expert from the Ministry of Natural Resources and a geotourism specialist, analysed the phenomenon. Based on video footage, he suggests that "Puppy Hill" is a form of pictographic rock formation.

Given the geological characteristics of Zigui County, the hill is likely a karst landform shaped by erosion. The ‘eyes,’ ‘brow,’ and ‘mouth’ appear to be cave openings, while the white section between the ‘forehead’ and ‘nose’ might be a cliff formed by a collapse. The ‘ears’ are likely just a visual effect created by vegetation. However, without an on-site inspection, he notes that the karst landform theory remains a strong possibility.