Pug Puppy 'Protecting' Rottweiler Brother From The Vacuum Is The Cutest Bodyguard
We've all had to overcome a fear at some point in our lives, and that can sometimes include stepping up to protect the ones we love. Well, dogs are no different. Just ask this pug pup named Penny from TikTok, who has decided it's time to safeguard her Rottweiler brother from the big, bad vacuum.
@that_pug_penny Don't worry Harry! I protect youz. Me been facin my vacuum fears! 🤪
Captioned "must protect my brudder from scawy vaccum," the petite pug, cutely dressed in a pink floral onesie, acts like a protective bodyguard to her much bigger brother, stepping in front of him and blocking his frame as the household appliance inches toward them. Of course, when the motorized apparatus gets too close for comfort, she's caught adorably jumping out of the way at the last second.
"Don't worry. I'll protect you...from back here 🤣🤣🤣," laughed one commenter at the final outcome, as others commended her overall bravery. "Aww at least she tried 🥴," said one sweet soul. Penny the pug may not have defeated the vacuum, but she definitely won everyone's hearts.
Why are dogs scared of vacuums?
If your dog acts like the vacuum cleaner is the world's biggest threat, there's actually a good reason — dogs experience the machine much differently than we do. Their remarkable hearing picks up the high-pitched whine of the motor at a much higher frequency that can be painful for dogs, and the rumbling vibrations travel through their sensitive paws. On top of that, the vacuum stirs up dust and debris that can overwhelm their sense of smell, which is much more delicate than a human's.
Then there's the way the thing moves, as vacuums seemingly dart in unpredictable directions and make sudden changes, which can seem like an invasion of territory to a pup. Plus, a dog's past experiences matter when it comes to their reaction, with puppies who were gradually introduced to vacuums often being less bothered by them later in life. But if one has ever startled or cornered a dog, they're going to remember it and most likely have an adverse reaction.
Of course, no two pups are the same, with some hiding and others chasing, lunging, or barking at the erratic motorized intruder. To them, that noisy cleaning machine isn't just tidying up; it's a suspicious interloper who keeps coming back for more.