German Shepherd-Newfoundland Mix Puppy Tries To Catch His Tail Like A Cat And It's Oh-So Adorable
Need a reason to smile today? Well, this puppy has got you covered. Watch as the silly German shepherd-Newfoundland mix named Bruno from TikTok tries to catch his own tail, with the confidence of a cat but none of the coordination!
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Titled "Bruno vs. his tail" and set to a silly song, the clip shows the mostly black dog rolling and squirming around on the floor, lazily trying to catch his tail in his teeth. "Bruno is quite the character lol," notes the poster, who can be heard laughing in the background while filming. "What a cutie 🥰," said one person in the comments section.
A dog chasing its tail is a perfectly normal, playful habit, and Bruno's semi-determined little battle is proof that sometimes, the best entertainment is watching a pet making its own fun. With a little more effort, we're sure this pup can give any cat a run for its money when trying to catch a tail!
The simple reason dogs chase their tails
Bruno's goofy tail-chasing antics might look like he's taking a page from the cats' book of tricks, but it's actually a pretty common quirk for puppies. Young dogs are still figuring out how their bodies work, so a wiggly tail can seem like the world's most exciting toy — and then voila! You've got an instant comedy skit right before your eyes.
Of course, tail chasing can also pop up because a pup has extra energy to burn, which is why training, walks, and playful interaction are considered great ways to keep curious pooches happily occupied. Most of the time, a little tail chase is nothing more than harmless fun or beating boredom, but if it ever crosses the line from cute into concerning, it's best to consult your veterinarian.
Other than that, just sit back, grab your camera phone, and enjoy the non-stop fun that unfolds when a puppy discovers its tail and decides it needs to be stopped. If you just can't get enough of cute tails, check out these dogs who have a complicated relationship with their tails and cats with gloriously fluffy tails.