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Newsweek
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Worker Leaves Shoes at Customer's Door—Dog Instantly Claims His Prize
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. What began as a routine workday quickly spiraled into a real-life sitcom for one unlucky worker—whose only mistake was leaving his shoes by the door. In a viral TikTok posted Monday by user @lifeaedean, the man is seen slipping on his one remaining shoe while the culprit—a customer's dog—struts around proudly with the other, having stolen it like a furry little bandit showing off stolen treasure. "Took my shoes off at the door. Came back, dog's nicked my shoe," he says, launching what he jokingly calls "Operation Get My Shoe Back," as he and two others hilariously scramble to reclaim it. While the video had viewers in stitches, the dog's behavior isn't all that unusual. Canines often swipe shoes and socks—but what is it about our smelly footwear that makes it so irresistible? Dogs may take our shoes for several reasons, including teething, boredom, over-stimulation, anxiety, or just demanding attention or play, according to Vet Help Direct. Puppies often chew shoes to soothe their gums when teething, while dogs lacking physical or mental stimulation may act out to get a reaction. Some breeds, like retrievers, are bred to carry things in their mouths, so if you own one, you should remove any shoes from the door when you leave the house. Other dogs, especially those that are anxious or suffer from separation anxiety, might find comfort in your scent. To prevent your dog from chewing off your shoes, you should ensure they get plenty of physical exercise and mental stimulation through walks, puzzle toys, and interactive play. You should also teach them commands like "leave" or "swap." It's important that you never chase your dog, as it can reinforce the behavior, making it look like a game. If problems persist, a veterinarian or a qualified animal behaviorist may help you out. The video quickly went viral on TikTok and it has so far received over 262,900 views and 22,900 likes on the platform. This dog didn't just steal a shoe—he stole the show. This dog didn't just steal a shoe—he stole the show. @lifeaedean One user, StormzTailz, commented: "Is there any evidence the dog took it though? it's unclear." Leighowens7 said: "My dog did this with a stranger who was carrying a spare pair of boots with her. She missed her train. mortifying is an understatement." HenryParkin added: "I had this with my van keys, spent a good 10 mins searching before the customer realized." Karli Sando said: "The way it's looks at you, it's mocking you." Newsweek reached out to @lifeaedean for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
24-04-2025
- Newsweek
Heartbreak as Woman Caught on Camera Dumping 4 Small Dogs Outside Shelter
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A troubling incident unfolded outside a Texas shelter last Saturday when four dogs were abandoned on the property—three left inside the fenced yard, and one outside near a busy highway. The Denison Animal Welfare Group (DAWG) shelter captured the moment on a security camera and the footage has since been shared on social media. The video revealed a woman arriving in a silver Jeep and releasing the dogs without seeking assistance, despite the shelter's open bay doors and visible staff presence. Stephanie Phillips, president of DAWG, told Newsweek: "The shelter is an old fire station, so we have extra large bay doors that were open, and staff was present. She did not attempt to ask for assistance." "When we saw the camera footage, we came out and collected the animals. One had immediately gotten loose next to a busy highway, and staff members laid down in the driveway to catch her," she explained. Pictures from the video of the moment the dogs were abandoned outside the Texas shelter. Pictures from the video of the moment the dogs were abandoned outside the Texas shelter. The Denison Animal Welfare Group DAWG Following the incident, the woman later identified herself and left a voicemail admitting to the abandonment. Phillips contacted her, and she agreed to sign owner surrender forms and provide information about the dogs. "The dogs range in age from 1 year old to 6, and they were in general good health," Phillips said. "They have some minor medical issues that need to be addressed, and once those are taken care of, they will be spayed and neutered and offered for adoption." No criminal charges will be filed. Denison Animal Services Officers identified the woman, but the shelter chose not to pursue legal action, citing the best interests of the animals involved. Despite this, the shelter shared the video on Facebook to raise awareness and remind people that it is important to surrender animals through the proper channels. "Our staff was present, and the garage door was open, making this act unnecessary," they said on Facebook. Since the post, the shelter has closed the comments to prevent "rude" and "hateful" comments, but hope that the story will serve as a warning for people who may be thinking about surrendering an animal. In the first half of 2024, 3,118,000 animals entered U.S. shelters, including 1,533,000 dogs and 1,565,000 cats. Shelters often share stories of abandonments where previous pet owners have dumped animals without speaking to shelter workers, who iterate the importance of giving information when handing over animals. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
