Sassy Dachshund Finally Gives Mom The 'Pity Paw' After Giving The Cold Shoulder

If you've ever had the pleasure of knowing a dachshund, you might find that these guys are often quite funny. See: these hilarious dachshunds that will leave you in stitches. But on the other side of funny, dachshunds can be pretty skeptical too! At least that's the route Winston the Ween took in a now popular TikTok video in which he gives his dog mom the — wait for it — pity paw, after taking his time. Trust us, it's as hysterical as it sounds.

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The pity paw says it all

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Winston begins the video with the most judgmental look on his face, so we know we're in for a ride. Then, his mom Christina asks him if he's gotten into something, to which he does not respond. Perhaps he didn't appreciate the question, because Winston totally denies her next request for his paw. She has to ask him three whole times before he agrees, but when he does, it's no normal paw shake. No, Winston halfheartedly hands her a pity paw for her efforts, and it's absolutely hilarious.

The caption on the video says, "Having a dachshund is just a constant game of trying to figure out why they're mad at you on a random Tuesday." After watching the TikTok, it seems to have a point. Viewers chimed in, sharing their similar dachshund experiences, with one stating, "My dachshund Emmie gets in those moods, too." Another joked that these adorable wiener dogs are "Literally the most judgmental little babies on the planet."

Winston's epic side eye and inevitable pity paw are definitely hilarious. Yet, inquiring minds want to know: Is this behavior what you should expect from dachshunds? Well, delve into the personality traits of dachshunds, and you might find the viewers of this video weren't too far off with their funny anecdotes. In fact, these hot dogs are often understood to be stubborn, energetic, and even feisty.

To better understand the specific doggedness of a wiener dog, look no further than the origin of "dachshund," which translates to "badger dog" in German. These canines were bred to be skilled badger hunters, states the American Kennel Club, "The same swagger that makes the dachshund such a masterful badger hunter doesn't make for mindless obedience."

So, of course, Winston is a tad saucy, but along with that sassiness comes a great watchdog, lots of intelligence, and fierce loyalty. We're definitely expecting more pity paws, and when it comes to dachshunds, perhaps throwing your mom a proverbial bone is one of the ways your dog says, "I love you!"