Dogs are known for their loyalty and affection, but they also have a very human side: jealousy. When they feel displaced or less cared for, they do not hesitate to show their discontent. Through various behaviors, such as barking more than usual or staying closer to their human, these animals let them know that they need more attention.
Recently, an incident illustrating this behavior has gone viral on TikTok thanks to a video posted by Shylahmay. In the clip, a dog, specifically a golden doodle, is seen in an everyday family situation that triggers his jealousy.
The grandfather of the family, who was playing with the dog, decides at one point to give his wife a kiss. The change of attention is not well received by the dog, who reacts in a surprising and exaggerated way.
In the video, which does not last ten seconds and includes a slow motion replay, you can see how the dog jumps and kicks the woman in the face, an action that the TikToker captured and commented with humor: “POV: Your parents love to make your golden doodle jealous.”
The reaction of the dog, which as seen in the images has great aim to direct its anger at important parts of the body, has been interpreted by platform users as a deliberate act, highlighting the control and precision in its behavior, which has led one user to comment that “that was personal.”
These behaviors may seem funny, but they actually say a lot about how dogs feel and process their emotions. It is important that caregivers understand this and know how to manage these situations so that they do not escalate and end up harming the animal.
If you give dogs the attention they need and make sure they do not feel ignored, many jealousy problems in the home can be avoided. Thus, a balance of affection and attention must be maintained between the animals and the rest of the family members.
