We all know dogs are amazing at making us feel better when anxiety strikes, and they generally excel at comforting people.
It’s a simple truth. This is one of the many reasons dogs are known as man’s best friend. But, not every dog fits this mold perfectly.
Life always has exceptions, and some dogs may not immediately be great at interacting with humans.
Some take a little time, and no better example exists than this dog from North Carolina, adopted by a woman hoping he would help her cope with anxiety.
The Dog With A Misleading Resume
After bringing her dog home, she noticed he acted differently. The moment they got into the car, his unusual behavior was obvious.
He was trembling the entire ride and appeared very nervous. It became clear he wasn’t accustomed to being around people.
Once home, though, it showed that he was just as affectionate as any other dog. What he really needed was patience from his new family, and that’s how he thrived.
The woman recorded him shaking in the car and remarked that her dog, adopted to help with her anxiety, actually seemed to need anxiety support himself.
Soon after, she posted the clip on TikTok with the caption: “The dog I got to help me with my anxiety.”
That caption suited the pup perfectly. The short video went viral, surprising even the owner with how many people reacted.
A Flood Of Responses On TikTok
The owner was amazed by the flood of comments on the video, most of which were quite funny.
One person commented: “At this point both of yall just gon head and get a prescription.”
And honestly, it seems that way. There’s no quick fix for this dog’s anxiety.
Another person said: “Now you gotta focus on helping with his anxiety which makes you forget yours”
That’s certainly one way to deal with a problem: focusing so much on someone else’s that you forget your own is an unusual but real solution.
Lastly, somebody commented: “The way he looks like he’s looking through so many dimensions and seeing everything we can’t see would drive my anxiety through the roof.”
The dog’s expression is strangely funny, yet also enough to make anyone a bit anxious just by looking at him.
Still, this dog no longer has to worry about anxiety. Thanks to his caring family, he’s enjoying a great life.