At the age of 16, Poppy the Border Collie still has plenty of energy to spare. As its adopter points out, Mandy Hodgesshe loves playing ball. But sometimes, his playmates are not very motivated…
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A video, broadcast on Instagram and relayed by the media Pet Helpfulshows a funny scene where the dog tries to have fun with her friend the turtle. Tortyaged 60, quietly enjoys her snack in the garden, while Poppy invites him to play.
As the reptile ignores his thinly veiled hints, the impatient ball of fur begins to bark to make him understand that it's time to play, not time to have snack!
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“This is a Pixar film just waiting to be made”
“ I sometimes wonder what it would be like to have normal pets! », written with humor Mandy Hodges in the caption of the video. We all know the answer: his daily life would be a lot less fun!
Since it was posted online, the clip has garnered more than a million likes. “ This is a Pixar film just waiting to be made », comments someone named Serena. “ I had a dog that did this to our cow for hours every day », confides an Internet user. “ She just needs to finish her snack first », Underlines another user of the social network.
Woopets' advice: how to promote harmonious cohabitation between your turtle and your dog?
Do you share your life with a pet turtle and a dog? We recommend that you always monitor their encounters, as your faithful pooch may be too curious or abrupt. The reptile must have a quiet and secure space where it can retreat without being disturbed.
Teach your canine partner to control themselves and favor a gradual introduction, to reduce stress and avoid hunting or fearful behavior. Managing interactions, establishing clear rules and positive education promote harmonious cohabitation between your animals.