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The shenanigans of a shelter dog leave TikTok swooning. ‘Does Arnold know he’s a star?’

Arnold, enjoying his holiday meal.
Arnold, enjoying his holiday meal. Video screen grab from TikTok

As any bulldog owner will tell you, the breed has one of the most unique personalities around especially one pup who is stealing hearts on social media.

Meet Arnold, an English bulldog/pit bull terrier mix who has recently become a star on TikTok thanks to his charisma, charm, and adorable way of eating.

Currently at the Michigan Animal Rescue League in Pontiac, the 1-year-old pup has been featured in numerous TikToks that showcase his magnetism.

“Meet Arnold, a dog with a heart as big as his spirit! Though his start in life may have been rough, you’d never guess it from his gung-ho attitude and boundless enthusiasm,” Arnold’s pet profile says. “Arnold is playful, friendly, and always ready for his next adventure, whether it’s a game of fetch, a long walk, or simply soaking up affection from his favorite humans.”

Folks have fallen head over heels for Arnold based on recent videos that show:

Arnold — not eating his Thanksgiving Day meal, but inhaling it.

@mi_animalrescueleague Arnold ASMR The little man enjoyed his Thanksgiving dinner #marl #animalshelter #rescuedog #adoptdontshop ♬ original sound - Michigan Animal Rescue League

Arnold — not understanding the laws of physics when it comes to a doggie door.

@mi_animalrescueleague ♬ original sound - Michigan Animal Rescue League

Arnold — showing the evil door who is the king of the castle.

@mi_animalrescueleague ♬ original sound - Michigan Animal Rescue League

And finally, Arnold — showing the world how he struts his stuff.

@mi_animalrescueleague Arnold #marl #animalshelter #rescuedog #adoptdontshop ♬ WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME - GloRilla & Sexyy Red

People were immediately enthralled with the pup and showed love in the comment section.

“How is he eating so fast and sooo slow simultaneously?” one person asked when watching Arnold eat his holiday feast.

“Does Arnold know he’s a star?” someone asked after witnessing Arnold take on his kennel door.

“I’m being influenced — okay, we will start an official Arnold Fan Club,” another expressed.

“Oh my god look at this gremlin gargoyle,” one person said.

For more information on Arnold and other adoptable pets, visit the shelter’s website.

Pontiac is about a 30-mile drive north from Detroit.

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This story was originally published December 3, 2024 at 12:57 PM with the headline "The shenanigans of a shelter dog leave TikTok swooning. ‘Does Arnold know he’s a star?’."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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