Anyone who’s ever raised a puppy knows just how lively, affectionate, and clingy they can be. If given the choice, most would spend every waking moment right beside their favorite person.
But life for humans is packed with responsibilities, from work to errands and everything in between. While we can’t always be available for constant play, few things compare to the joy of returning home to a pup who’s been waiting all day just to see us.
One Arizona dog mom recently experienced that joy, and a surprising twist, when her clever puppy pulled off something she never expected.
Uncovering The Secret Behind His Escape
Since adopting her puppy in Arizona, TikTok user @abbarosee had been baffled by one recurring mystery: how was her little dog constantly escaping his kennel?
The enclosure had tall sides and appeared secure. Though the top was open, her pup wasn’t nearly big enough to jump out on his own.
Determined to get to the bottom of it, she set up a pet camera to monitor his behavior and catch him in the act.
It didn’t take long for the curious pup to begin his escape attempt. First, he tried climbing the sides, but quickly realized that wouldn’t work. Refusing to give up, he began pushing his plush toys toward the edge, stacking them like steps.
With his improvised staircase in place, he climbed onto the pile and reached toward the top of the kennel. But once he got that far, he ran out of steam. His tiny legs couldn’t quite lift him over the final hurdle.
Fortunately, his mom was watching the whole thing unfold on camera. Seeing him struggle, she rushed over, picked him up, and showered him with affection.
He hadn’t escaped the way he planned, but he still got exactly what he wanted: time with his favorite person.
Amused by the entire scene, she posted the video to TikTok, showcasing her pup’s creativity and persistence.
Viewers Share Laughs And Their Own Stories
The video quickly gained traction, and people couldn’t help but comment on the puppy’s inventive escape strategy.
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 theory seemed plausible. Perhaps the kennel had been assembled in a way that made climbing easier than expected.
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 Arizona pup isn’t the only one who’s figured out how to bend the rules and challenge the limits of containment.
All He Wanted Was To Be Close To His Person
In the end, the puppy’s escape attempt was less about mischief and more about love. Puppies crave closeness, and while kennels offer safety when owners are away, some dogs will do whatever it takes to be near their humans.
And really, who could resist those hopeful eyes and wagging tails?
If your puppy shares this little guy’s determination, maybe the answer isn’t just a sturdier kennel, it’s making sure they get all the affection and attention they long for. Because at the heart of it, that’s what they’re truly chasing.