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Hysterics As Dog Tries To Protect Owner From Wolf Statue
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In a viral TikTok video, a New York City pup stands up for his owner against what he thinks is a dangerous predator, and internet users can't cope with the heartwarming footage.
The post shared on Thursday under the username @konathelab5, shows the yellow Labrador retriever walking on a leash with his owner as they encounter the statue of a very realistic-looking wolf along the way. The pup is immediately suspicious, and he stares the wolf down and smells it, before finally barking and lunging at him as warning him not to go near his owner.
"My dog trying to protect me from the wolf statue," reads layover text in the clip. "Must protect my little mum!!" the caption says.
Most pups love their owners unconditionally, but not all of them are able to protect you like the one in the clip.
Badger Veterinary Hospital Cambridge says that, when selecting a guard dog for your family, you should consider factors such as compatibility with children, energy levels, trainability, and temperament.
The best breeds for this purpose are probably German shepherds. They are loyal, intelligent, and easily trained, making them excellent family guardians. Next on the list are rottweilers, naturally wary and highly intelligent but can be loving with proper training and socialization.
Doberman pinschers are loyal, athletic, and protective but need daily exercise and early obedience training. Boxers are playful and friendly with a protective instinct, though they require plenty of activity.
Other great guardian pups include Bernese mountain dogs, which are gentle and alert watchdogs, ideal for families with kids but need regular grooming; and giant schnauzers, a large, loyal breed that is good with children if raised alongside them.
Great Danes, Great Pyrenees, Saint Bernards, and bullmastiffs are also great choices when it comes to personal protection. For guidance on choosing the right breed for your family, consult your veterinarian or dog trainer.
Stock image: A yellow Labrador retriever barks in the park.
Stock image: A yellow Labrador retriever barks in the park.
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The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 687,000 views and more than 90,000 likes on the platform.
One user, Thoseinperil, commented: "We all laugh but imagine how freaky uncanny valley must be to dogs who don't even know what that is."
Emma Dailey posted: "We don't want any problems sir but I WILL solve one of it arises …"
RealKatieWilliams added: "Now give him a pat on the head and tell him he's a good boy for protecting mom."
Newsweek reached out to @konathelab5 for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case.
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