A recent video featuring a German Shepherd named Diesel has taken the internet by storm, amusing countless viewers with his antics. The viral TikTok clip, shared by Diesel’s owner Kaitlynn Lovejoy (@lovejoykaitlynn), captures the moment she returned home to find her slow cooker completely cleaned out. The only suspect? Diesel, who was caught proudly licking his lips.
Despite Lovejoy’s initial dismay at the empty slow cooker, Diesel’s reaction was priceless. As his owner questioned him about the incident, Diesel wagged his tail and tried to avoid eye contact, a behavior many pet owners will recognize. The video, posted on January 24, has since garnered over 2 million views and more than 158,200 likes.
In the caption accompanying the video, Lovejoy humorously wrote, “Have a German Shepherd they say…it will be fun they say.” Despite the mishap, she expressed her enduring affection for her “sweet Diesel,” no matter what trouble he gets into.
The video has resonated with many social media users, who couldn’t get enough of Diesel’s antics. With over 3,200 comments, TikTok users have shown overwhelming support for the guilty pup. One commenter humorously questioned, “Where is the proof there was food in the crock pot? He is being framed.” Another user, acting as Diesel’s “lawyer,” declared, “He is pleading the fifth and we want to address there is no evidence.” A third person joked, “At least he left no mess.”
The incident has sparked discussions about whether dogs can feel guilt. According to experts at VCA Animal Hospitals, dogs’ behaviors, such as retreating and keeping their heads down, are not necessarily signs of remorse. Instead, these actions are responses to their owner’s body language. Dogs can sense when their owner is unhappy and may adopt a submissive posture, which humans often interpret as guilt.
Lovejoy had left the slow cooker on throughout the day, hoping to return to a perfectly cooked dinner. However, Diesel had other plans and couldn’t resist the temptation. With the slow cooker “licked clean,” the family decided to make hibachi that night instead. Diesel, no doubt, would have been happy to help with that meal too.
The video has not only entertained viewers but also highlighted the playful and sometimes mischievous nature of pets. Many pet owners can relate to the experience of catching their furry friends in the act and the humorous attempts of their pets to avoid confrontation.
The viral video has also prompted Newsweek to reach out to @lovejoykaitlynn via Instagram for comment, although the details of the case could not be verified. The publication encourages readers to share their own funny and adorable pet videos or pictures, with the chance to be featured in their Pet of the Week lineup.
In a world where pets often bring joy and laughter to their owners, Diesel’s slow cooker escapade is a reminder of the lighthearted moments that pets can provide. Whether it’s a German Shepherd refusing to look at a cat or a dog caught in the act of mischief, these moments capture the hearts of many and bring smiles to faces around the globe.
Source: Newsweek
