'Why Are They So Awkward': Golden Retriever Trying To Sneak Up On Older Brother Is Hilarious
Dogs can be silly, but you haven't seen anything like Blu and Benny, two golden retrievers who are TikTok-famous for being hilariously awkward, especially when sneaking up on each other. Here, the younger dog is seen trying to sneak up on his older brother in the most uncomfortably comical way. The question is, will it work?
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"If I can't see you, you can't see me," reads the TikTok caption, as the first dog slowly walks toward the other dog while shyly looking at the person capturing the moment. The two dogs then stop and pretend not to be looking at each other until the second dog moves away without making eye contact. Eventually, they are both amusingly frozen in time before deciding to play.
"Why are they so awkward 😭," laughs one person in the comments, as someone else asks, "Are you sure they know each other?" Meanwhile, one watcher simply stated, "the eyebrows moving is frying me 😂." Stealth mode: activated. Social skills: nonexistent.
Why dogs may sneak up on other dogs
Ever notice your dog suddenly turn into a light-footed, stealthy spy? They crouch down, freeze mid-step, or creep toward another dog like they're being captured in a nature documentary. In many cases, this sneaky routine is simply a way of playing, as pups can borrow parts of their natural stalking instincts and turn them into a goofy game of tag as domesticated dogs.
Herding dog breeds and energetic puppies can be especially fond of this kind of play, using the dramatic approach to encourage another dog to engage. However, the behavior isn't always friendly, so keep an eye on a dog that repeatedly stalks or corners another animal in an unplayful way that may mean they are trying to be intimidating — and separate them if needed.
As long as both dogs appear to be enjoying themselves in the end, a la Blu and Benny, you can most likely safely assume they are just playing a doggy game. Perhaps awkwardly, but still... If you can't get enough of golden retriever siblings, check out these golden retriever brothers who instantly fall in love with their new human baby sister, and this golden retriever who gets a furry sibling friend to call her own.