A video showcasing a delightful dog moment during a parade has been circulating on TikTok, enchanting viewers all over.
The star of the video is Bandit, a five-year-old Catahoula Leopard Rescue Dog, owned by Amanda D’Esposito, a sales representative based in Woodbury, Garden City, and Long Island.
Bandit was spotted sitting by the window with his toys, captivated by the passing parade.
Amanda shared that this was a new behavior from Bandit, noting that he always likes to have his toys close by – “He takes his toy with him wherever he goes and likes taking one for a walk.”
When asked why Bandit might have chosen to bring his toys to the parade, Amanda replied, “I believe he is anxious and loves his toys, so he likes to keep them close.”
While we don’t have a definitive answer as to why Bandit behaved this way during the parade, a study conducted in November 2012 suggests that dogs, like Labrador retrievers, can show a keen interest in novel objects, like Bandit’s toys.
According to the study published in Animal Cognition, domestic dogs exhibit a transient attraction to new items, showcasing a preference for novel stimuli.
As per Debra Landsberg and Gary Horwitz from VCA’s Animal Hospital Chain, dogs can also display protective behaviors towards certain items, such as favorite toys or food.
“A Pawsitively Unique Display”
The video captures Bandit’s endearing behavior of bringing his toys to the window to enjoy the parade outside, showcasing his special qualities as a canine.
Witnessing Bandit observing the parade with toys neatly arranged by the window sill tugged at the heartstrings of TikTok users, who found this gesture both unique and heartwarming.
Comments poured in, with users expressing sentiments like “Stop! I’m about to cry, that’s adorable” and “He’s so sweet,” capturing the shared adoration for Bandit’s thoughtful act.
Observations like “He would like to share his friends with all of us” and “Dogs are governed by the reciprocity rule” highlight the connection and joy that dogs like Bandit bring into our lives.