A corgi named Olly Punky has captured hearts online after her owner shared a photo of her chilling in a hole at doggy daycare, choosing solitude over socializing with other pups. The post, which gained traction on Reddit, showcased the dog’s hilarious attitude, highlighting her apparent disdain for mingling with the ‘peasants.’
In the amusing caption, Olly’s owner, Reddit user u/DBrew1985, wrote, “My mom sends me to daycare to socialize but I sit in my hole and judge all the peasants.” Despite her solitary antics, Brewster mentioned that Olly loves her daycare and the humans there, occasionally joining her ‘throne’ to celebrate gatherings, particularly for her baby brother Gus.
DBrew1985 via Reddit
Just like people, not all dogs are social butterflies. According to Dr. Sharon Crowell-Davis, a veterinary professor, dogs often rely on their acute sense of smell to decide if they want to befriend other canines. It only takes a quick sniff for a dog to make that judgment call.
While some reluctance to engage with other dogs can be normal, it may lead to issues down the line. Dr. Jess Kirk, a veterinarian, advises that socialization is essential for a dog’s confidence and to mitigate future behavior problems. The earlier you start socializing your pup, the better—the younger they are, the more flexible they can be to new experiences.
This process should be gradual and always supervised to prevent conflicts while your dog learns to make friends. Using positive reinforcement with treats for successful interactions is key.
Olly’s antics didn’t just amuse her owner; the photo went viral on TikTok, amassing over 38,000 upvotes and 147 comments. Users chimed in with quips, with one saying, “She’s a potato. She’s just returning to her natural habitat,” while another remarked, “All corgis should have a judging hole.” One user even related, “If I were a dog, I would be just like that.”