Shih Tzu Acts 'So Cute And Innocent' But Reveals Her True Self When She Gets Home

Many puppy parents will tell you, having a tiny fur baby can feel like rooming with a Sour Patch Kid. Most of the time, these cuties are totally sweet cuddle bugs, but don't look away even for a moment, because you just might turn around to see those puppies being big troublemakers. Exhibit A: One shih tzu has been caught being the ultimate Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde in a viral TikTok. Watching this girl go from so cute and innocent to tiny terror in under 15 seconds is fascinating, and pretty hilarious too!

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The video starts with this shih tzu puppy wrapped in a blanket, incredibly calm and sweet, on her way to her new forever home. But rest assured, this cool, calm, and collected behavior doesn't last long. The second half of the video features a chaotic though adorable little terror with a penchant for chewing on just about everything from rugs to hats and shirts.

The TikToker joked that having a puppy "isn't for the weak," and viewers sympathized. One said, "That initial chewing phase is nothing to be played with. Mine chewed the baseboards every chance she got." Another commenter, though, offered a different perspective, saying, "Cherish it. Once they get older you'll start to miss it."

While the fierce chewing in the video may seem alarming, there's good news. This (sometimes) sweet shih tzu's chaotic antics are actually normal puppy behavior. The puppy teething phase can start as early as three weeks old and continue until they get their permanent teeth at around 7 months. Teething can be a pretty frenzied time for pup parents, but remember, it's both temporary and manageable.

Pups naturally use their mouths to explore their surroundings, and this is especially true when teething. One of the best things a puppy parent can do during this time is to puppy-proof your home so that your little pup can safely move around. Also, giving your little one teething toys can help keep it away from items you may not want to be chewed. Now, puppies typically begin obedience training as early as 12 weeks old, and — as any guide to puppy teething will tell you — this can help lessen unwanted chewing by a lot.

Beyond biting and nipping, it's important to know that other puppy teething symptoms can include small spots of blood, slower eating, and even fever. Oh, and don't forget the fallen puppy teeth along the way! Once you know what to expect from this infamous teething phase, the journey can be way easier for you and your pup.