Puppy’s Zoomies Delight During Grandma’s Important Work Call!

Quick Smiles:

• Puppy’s playful antics during a work call steal the show.
• Understanding the energetic bursts known as “zoomies.”
• Tips for managing your dog’s energetic outbursts.

A delightful incident unfolded in Australia when a woman found herself multitasking between work and puppy-sitting her son’s young dog. During an important Zoom meeting, the puppy, an 8-month-old golden retriever and border collie mix named Sir, decided it was the perfect time to showcase his exuberant energy.

The amusing video was shared on TikTok by Sir’s owner, Aimon Clark, under the username @notonyourrider. It captures Sir running in circles, jumping, and gnawing on his toy, all while his grandma remains blissfully unaware of the chaos behind her.

Clark explained that Sir is still mastering the art of solo play and dislikes being alone.

“I run a live quiz panel show called ‘Not On Your Rider,’ hence the username, and we had a show down in Melbourne. Instead of leaving Sir with a dog sitter, I took him two hours down the coast to stay with my parents,” Clark said.

He humorously noted, “I think he was trying to show off how good at playing he is in front of mum—but she didn’t even notice until playing the Zoom back! It is incredible that nobody on the call pointed it out.”

Such energetic episodes, often referred to as zoomies or Frenetic Random Activity Periods (FRAPs), are common in puppies and younger dogs. According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), these are typically harmless if the pup has ample space to move safely.

Zoomies can arise from pent-up energy or external stimuli like a visit to the vet or a bath. Clark’s mom, a dietitian and business owner, was engaged in a crucial marketing meeting for her company, Portion Perfection, during Sir’s antics.

Remarkably, none of the call participants brought up Sir’s spirited behavior, which Clark finds particularly amusing.

Zoomies can be disruptive, especially at times when quiet is essential. Dr. Joshua Montgomery, with insights reviewed by Dr. Laura Fontana for BetterVet, suggests that regular exercise and mental stimulation can help mitigate these energy surges.

Creating a serene environment and a consistent bedtime routine can also aid in managing a dog’s behavior. Positive reinforcement is a powerful method for teaching self-control.

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