Hearts Melt As Family Helps Senior Dog Be Life of the Party Safely
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A senior dog who still wants to be in the middle of every party was able to hang out safely after his owners had a genius idea to keep him safe.
Alexa Stockhausen lives in Long Island, New York, and is the proud owner of Yorkiepoo Marley, who she was surprised with in 2008 after spending "months begging for a puppy."
Her childhood dog is now 16 years old and still very much a part of the family—even when there's a big party going on.
"Marley absolutely still loves parties. He's never liked being alone and is happiest when he's surrounded by people. I actually work from my mom's house when she's out, just to keep him company," Stockhausen told Newsweek.
When the family was preparing to throw a large backyard party for Stockhausen's sister Erica following her engagement, they knew Marley had to be a part of it—but as he's a "senior now and moves a little slower," they had to make some accommodations for him.
And Erica came up with the idea of tying a helium balloon to Marley, which floated above him as he meandered around guests' feet, helping them "keep track of him so no one accidentally tripped."
"Everyone at the party already adored him, and they thought it was both hysterical and heartwarming. And, no falls! We'd honestly recommend this trick to anyone with an older pup at gatherings," she said.
Marley at the party tied to the balloon, and right, wearing a party hat.
Marley at the party tied to the balloon, and right, wearing a party hat.
TikTok @alexastocks
A video shared to Stockhausen's TikTok account @alexastocks on June 30 showed Marley on the day of the party, happily trotting around the garden and patio amid dozens of people.
And, tied to him was a white balloon, with the words: "BEWARE OF DOG."
"Diapers and balloons for our good boy Marley," she wrote in the caption, referencing a special doggy diaper Marley was wearing, which helps senior dogs who may have issues with incontinence.
TikTok users loved the idea, watching the video more than 2.5 million times, one laughing: "I feel like 'Be Aware of Dog' would've been more fitting."
Another said it was "actually a good idea, but a little embarrassing for him," while one said they were "obsessed with this idea."
"Our dog is almost 19 years old and tiny. We constantly spend gatherings holding him and reminding people of where he is when we aren't. Definitely doing this next time," they wrote.
Marley with his family.
Marley with his family.
Alexa Stockhausen
And as one person put it: "This is love. Considering him so far ahead that a problem was anticipated and solved to protect him."
Stockhausen, who also posts to Instagram under @alexastocks, told Newsweek that Marley has "always been the gentlest, sweetest soul. You couldn't ask for a more loving dog."
As for the enormous reaction to her video, she said Marley has "been bringing us joy for 16 years, and it means so much to share that joy with others."
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