One tiny dog's dedication to getting what he wants proves that there are no limits in life and you can achieve anything you set your mind to.
A video posted to TikTok by user @brunoandbob7 earlier this week showed a miniature dachshund named Bob standing next to a stuffed animal elephant that was triple the size of him. The elephant's ear was big enough to take on the dog. As of Friday evening, the video has over 18,000 views. elmo soft toy
However, Bob didn't want to leave the elephant behind and since the toy can't move itself, the pup had to come up with a plan to get the stuffed animal to his bed.
Using all the strength in his body, Bob tugged, pulled and dragged his bestie closer to his doggy bed, which of course was already filled with other toys. If Bob wanted the elephant there, he was going to get it one way or another.
The dog did not have a far walk to get to his bed, but given how small he is, it probably was quite the challenge. That, of course, didn't stop him.
"The sheer determination of a Dachshund," wrote one TikTok user in the comment section.
Bob can now rest comfortably with his bestie right by his side. A well earned rest too after all that huffing and puffing. Soon enough this owner is going to need a bigger bed for Bob as he clearly keeps inviting all of his friends to come over. And once those toys are there, they're staying.
Newsweek reached out to @brunoandbob7 via TikTok for additional comment.
Plenty of dogs have a love of stuffed animals. They'll pick a favorite one and stick to it. But where did this fascination with the larger-than-life toys come from?
According to the website Wag!, some dog breeds like golden retrievers and labradors fall into the category of being predisposed to like them more. This is due to the fact their predecessors were used for hunting and carrying ducks. These breeds are typically more gentle with the plush toys.
There is usually not too much concern when it comes to animals and their stuffed animals. However, dog owners should be aware when it comes to their habits and behaviors just in case their pup gets too obsessive or aggressive, Wag! writes on its website.
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Liz O'Connell is a Newsweek Reporter based in North Carolina. Her focus is on pet news and videos. Liz joined Newsweek in 2023 and had previously worked at PetHelpful.com, the Charlotte Business Journal, and The Anson Record. She is a graduate of the University of Arizona.
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