There are dogs who adjust quickly to new places, and then there are dogs who are absolutely not leaving their favorite belongings behind, and this little Dachshund mix is definitely the second type. In the adorable clip, the tiny pup is determined to move her dog bed up the stairs after settling into her new townhome, and she’s dragging it step by step like a furry, determined little homeowner. The bed is almost the size of her entire body, but she is committed.
What makes the moment so cute is her stubborn little march up the staircase. She tugs, she wiggles, and she somehow powers through every step like she’s on a mission from the universe. You can practically hear her thinking, “If I’m going upstairs, the bed is coming, too.” It’s peak Dachshund energy, and it’s impossible not to cheer her on.
@chrispascual.co shared the precious TikTok clip, and the caption reads, “Moved into a townhome and this was the funniest thing I’ve seen! Poor baby hates the stairs now.” Awwww! Anything to be close to Dad! People in the comments think this is just the sweetest thing ever. One person said, “Dogs are so smart. She wanted her bed upstairs and made a decision and a plan to get it up there.”
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Another person added, “She said… who gone sleep downstairs? Not me, new house, new rules!!! Let me pick my own room.” LOL! Another person replied, “OK… so now you have to buy an extra bed for downstairs.” That makes sense, but it may not make a difference.
Dogs have a tendency to latch onto one bed and act like every other bed in the house is dead to them. Maybe it’s the scent, maybe it’s the vibes, but I swear it happens in every pet home. I have multiple pet beds scattered around my house, and all four of my animals—three cats and one dog—are obsessed with the same one. They take turns stealing it, and if someone else is using it, the others will literally choose the floor instead of the perfectly good spare beds. If you’ve ever wondered why they do this, keep reading.
Why Dogs Tend To Like One Bed Over Another
Dogs often choose a single favorite bed because it smells like them, feels familiar, and becomes their personal “safe spot.” Scent is everything to a pup, and once they’ve claimed a bed with their smell and their shape, that becomes the coziest and most comforting place in the house. They also love routine, so once a bed becomes part of their daily nap schedule, it’s basically locked in as their chosen throne. Even if you buy a newer, fluffier, trendier bed, many dogs will still go back to the one that feels most like theirs.
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This story was originally published by Parade Pets on Dec 5, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.