Anyone who has ever welcomed a puppy into their life knows just how playful, energetic, and clingy they can be. If they had it their way, they’d spend every single moment glued to their owners’ side.
But for us humans, life is full of responsibilities — work, errands, and endless daily tasks that keep us busy. And while we may not always be available for constant playtime, there’s nothing quite like the pure joy of coming home to a pup who’s been eagerly waiting for you all day.
One dog mom from Arizona experienced just that when her curious little pup did something that left her completely surprised.
So That’s How He Escapes
Ever since TikTok user @abbarosee adopted her pup in Arizona, she couldn’t figure out how he kept managing to get out of his kennel. It was puzzling because the kennel had high sides and seemed escape-proof.
The top of the kennel was open, but the pup wasn’t nearly big enough to just leap out. Determined to solve the mystery, she decided to set up a pet camera nearby and record his antics.
Sure enough, it didn’t take long for the mischievous puppy to make his move. First, he tried climbing on his own but quickly realized it wouldn’t work. Not giving up, he pushed some of his plush toys toward the edge, stacking them to use as makeshift steps.
With his little plan in place, he scrambled up onto the toys and managed to hoist himself toward the top. However, once he got that far, he was out of energy. His tiny legs just couldn’t give him the last push over the side.
Luckily, his mom had been watching on the camera. Seeing his struggle, she immediately ran over, scooped him up, and showered him with love. Mission accomplished — he didn’t escape the way he imagined, but he still got exactly what he wanted: to be with his favorite human.
Finding the whole ordeal hilarious, she uploaded the video to TikTok, showing off her pup’s determination and cleverness.
The Internet Reacts
The video quickly spread, and viewers couldn’t resist commenting on the little escape artist’s efforts.
One user joked: “Could it be upside down? I had the same thing happen and it turns out it was upside down the whole time.”
That explanation actually seemed pretty possible — maybe the kennel was set up differently than intended, which made the pup’s climbing attempts all the more amusing.
Another person added with a laugh: “Bro… If a baby is like this already, (6m old to 2ish years old) the velociraptor stage is going to be RIDICULOUS! Fellow golden mom.”
Others shared their own experiences with determined pups, with one user writing: “My golden still is like this and will eat anything he can if I leave him out… so he’s in an industrial crate that is welded and chained in so he can’t unhook the lock. Good luck.”
Clearly, this puppy isn’t the only one who’s figured out ways to bend the rules and try to outsmart their owners.
A Puppy Who Just Wants Love
In the end, the little guy’s antics show just how much puppies crave companionship. While kennels keep them safe when their owners are away, some pups will go to great lengths just to be near their people.
And honestly, who could resist those eager eyes and wagging tails?
If your puppy is anything like this one, maybe the best solution isn’t just stronger kennels — it’s making sure they get all the love, attention, and snuggles they so desperately want. Because at the end of the day, that’s all they’re really after.