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Newsweek
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Dog's Reason for Avoiding Eye Contact with Owner in Morning Warms Hearts
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. An 8-year-old border collie and husky mix has captured the internet's attention with his unusual morning routine, and internet users can't cope with it. In a viral TikTok video shared on Tuesday by his owner, under the username @madisondorivanzile, the clever pup can be seen comfortably curled up on his dad's side of the bed, refusing to look at his mom for a hilarious reason. "Every morning when my husband leaves for work my dog hops onto his side of the bed and thinks that if we avoid eye contact I can't see him," she wrote in the clip. "His side eye is actually unreal," the caption continued. The poster, Madison Van Zile, from Jacksonville, Florida, told Newsweek that her pup has a "hysterical side eye," as seen in the clip, that he uses regularly when he's doing something sneaky or when he doesn't want to acknowledge them. Screenshots of the viral clip show the pup trying to avoid making eye contact with his mom so he can stay in bed. Screenshots of the viral clip show the pup trying to avoid making eye contact with his mom so he can stay in bed. @madisondorivanzile "He's a super sassy boy who rules the house and has us absolutely wrapped around his little paws. We rescued him when he was a year and a half years old and his vibrant and quirky personality has been on full display since day one! He's the best dog and the perfect addition to our family," she added. Dogs are among the smartest species in the animal kingdom, and their intelligence is often compared to that of a human toddler. They can learn tricks of all sorts, words, about 155 on average, and they can even learn how to manipulate you. According to a Pet MD article by Dr. Virginia LaMon, your dog may, for example, use their puppy eyes to trick you into believing that they haven't had dinner yet, even though someone else has fed them already. Border collies are considered the smartest dogs in the world, followed by German shepherds, poodles, Australian shepherds, and golden retrievers. The video quickly went viral on social media and it has so far received more than 244,700 views and 69,600 likes on the platform. One user, Jmetvwells, commented: "I've read studies on this. It's because he's handsome and can lay where he wants. No one makes up these rules. It's just the way things go." Susie Diaz said: "If I can't see her, she can't see me." Soniasuperchingonaortiz added: "Don't be suspicious, don't be suspicious." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Internet Obsessed With Pug's Loud Snores When Groomer Tries To Wake Him
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A sleeping pug's reaction to being woken up by his dog groomer has left internet users in hysterics. It's often said that you shouldn't wake a sleeping baby, but perhaps that rule should apply to Gus the pug too. His mobile dog groomer, Sarah, shared a hilarious video of what happened when she tried to wake a snoozing Gus for his appointment—needless to say, it didn't go too well. The footage was shared on Sarah's TikTok account (@prettypennidoggrooming) showing Gus sleeping on the sofa and snoring very loudly when she arrived at his home. As she tried to rouse the pug, he grumbled and didn't seem too pleased, momentarily refusing to open his eyes. Eventually, Gus succumbed to the inevitable and woke up enough just to let Sarah, from Canada, give him some belly scratches. Since the clip was shared online, internet users can't get enough of Gus's loud snoring and refusal to get up. In just a matter of days, the clip has already amassed over 2 million views and more than 352,800 likes at the time of writing. Newsweek contacted Sarah via email for comment. Gus the pug snoring loudly when his mobile dog groomer arrived. Gus the pug snoring loudly when his mobile dog groomer arrived. @prettypennidoggrooming / TikTok It's no secret that pugs have a certain penchant for relaxing and snoozing, as the American Kennel Club (AKC) highlights that they would happily spend most of their day snoozing on the sofa. Indeed, sleep is certainly important for dogs of any age or breed, as they require so much of it. The website PetMD suggests that most dogs will typically sleep for around six to eight hours overnight when their owner sleeps, as well as anywhere between 10 and 18 hours during the day. There are varying factors which can play a role in that too, including their age (as puppies and seniors need more sleep), their home life, and their breed. Working dogs, such as spaniels or golden retrievers, may not need as much sleep because they're used to an active lifestyle. Pugs on the other hand are more prepared to work hard at staying relaxed. If owners are concerned that their dog sleeps too much, PetMD recommends introducing more stimulation to their day. This could be through new toys, teaching them new tricks, or going on more walks outside. The TikTok Reaction After the video of Gus snoring went viral, he's become quite the internet sensation and TikTok users are obsessed. Many people have lauded his laziness, which has led to more than 1,000 comments on the TikTok post so far. One comment reads: "Gus said not today ma'am, we will need to reschedule." Another TikTok user wrote: "I've never seen a fresh loaf of bread snore before." Another person added: "Gus was like, just come back tomorrow." While one commenter joked: "Gus snores like he's done a 16-hour shift." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
AKC reveals top 3 most popular dog breeds of 2024
The French bulldog is the American Kennel Club's top dog for the third straight year! The AKC this week announced the top three dog breeds are French bulldogs, Labrador retrievers and golden retrievers. French bulldogs, who were named top dog for 2022 and in 2023, returned to the head of the pack for the past year, 2024, as more people are choosing them for their small size, which makes them suitable for apartment living, according to the AKC. French bulldog revealed as most popular dog breed by American Kennel Club "I think, one, they're adorable … but also, I think as we do smaller living, and more people live in apartments, they're highly adaptable. They're good in small spaces," Brandi Hunter Munden, AKC's vice president of public relations and communications, told "Good Morning America." "They're lovebugs. They just want to be with you most of the time and I think that's what really attracts people to them," Munden added. In addition to Frenchies, Munden said golden retrievers and Labrador retrievers are also well-liked for their personable traits. "Goldens, we've all grown up with them. We see them all the time. They're highly adaptable. They're great with families," Munden continued. "They're going to go as much as you want to go, and that's really important to a lot of families, that they're great with kids and they're very gentle. They also do very well with service dogs." This farm's golden retriever experience is a dog lover's dream destination Like their counterparts in the retriever family, medium-size Labrador retrievers are also friendly and affectionate companions. "As for labs, labs are energetic. Again, they're part of the fabric of who we are," said Munden. "They are a lot of fun, they love to hike, they love to run, and they also love to cuddle, which is probably No. 1 on most people's lists." With any dog, Munden said potential owners should make sure to look up what they want in a furry friend first before they commit to raising and taking care of them. "Just because they're the most popular breed doesn't mean it's the right breed for you," Munden noted. "[If] you do your research and you find what breed works for you, then you'll be the best owner, and that's what dogs demand of us, regardless of how you acquire your dog," Munden added. "We're supposed to give them the best life possible, so do your research and make sure you can take care of them just the way they need." AKC reveals top 3 most popular dog breeds of 2024 originally appeared on
