TikTokers have become obsessed with a three-year-old pup named “Bob the Dog” after a video of the poor pup getting overlooked at an adoption event went viral.
TikTok is a social media platform commonly associated with young people expressing themselves through singing, dancing, comedy and lip-syncing. However, the latest viral video is tugging on the hearts of millions of viewers around the globe.
In a recent five second video uploaded by TikToker ‘petartbyandrea’, the clip shows a recording of an outdoor adoption event hosted by the organisation “Badass Animal Rescue.” However, the video focused on only one dog who wasn’t receiving any love or attention from people.
The dog was affectionately given the name “Bob the Dog” by the internet.
“He is the sweetest dog. He’s three-years-old, has a very chill personality and is the perfect size for an apartment,” Andrea said.
@petartbyandrea 😔 he is the sweetest pup, 3 Y/O very chill and perfect size for a NYC apartment available on @Badass Animal Rescue #rescuedog #adoptabledogs
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Bob the Dog
What’s even more heartbreaking is Bob’s backstory. He was dropped off at a shelter with his ‘wife’ Helen as well as their puppies named Jack-Jack and Dash according to Badass Animal Rescue’s Instagram page. Bob also had some health complications in the past as well, but now he’s ready for his forever home.
The viral TikTok video has garnered over 5 million views so far, with many viewers taking pity on the poor dog.
The comments for the video are flooded with messages of support and sympathy.
One user asked how this five-second clip managed to make them burst into tears.
Many commenters said they would be happy to adopt Bob the Dog in an instant.
“I will gladly take Bob!” one commenter said.
Another added, “I would’ve gone to Bob immediately, he’s an absolute cutie.”
The video has also made a significant impact on Bob’s life as well. The shelter has received hundreds of applications requesting to adopt him.
It is currently unknown whether Bob has been adopted or not. However, Badass Animal Rescue had said that they’re looking through all the applications he’s received.
What is clear is that he is a popular choice for people looking for a small dog in the New York City area.
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@petartbyandrea 😔 he is the sweetest pup, 3 Y/O very chill and perfect size for a NYC apartment available on @Badass Animal Rescue #rescuedog #adoptabledogs