Both of my dogs are very affectionate and thrive on attention. As much as they love to be caressed and snuggled, their love of food seems to surpass everything else. When it’s mealtime, they can’t get to their bowls fast enough and dig right in. They always cuddle on the couch with me yet the minute someone rustles up a snack in the kitchen, they bolt in the hopes of getting some scraps. I don’t take it personally… much.
Honeydew is an adorable 3-legged rescue dog who has a different set of priorities. The precious pooch has a requirement before chowing down and it has nothing to do with anything edible.
In the TikTok from @whatshoneydewing, the amber-colored canine sat patiently at her dog dish as her mom poured kibble into the bowl. Honeydew didn’t rush in to devour dinner — instead, she lovingly looked at her mom waiting for something even better.
Her mom knew exactly what Honeydew expected and promptly kissed her nose. Only after that loving gesture did Honeydew start to dine. Her mom expressed just one concern over their daily ritual.
“How do I explain to a dog sitter that she won’t eat her food until she gets a kiss?” the onscreen text read, with the caption adding, “This gal is not deprived of kisses, that’s for sure.”
Honeydew Had a ‘Defective Leg’
The canine cutie’s mom recently posted Honeydew’s back story and how she instantly fell in love with the 3-legged dog after adopting her from the Humane Society of Western Montana.
“When I met her for the first time, her leg had just been amputated,” the onscreen text shared. “She was born with a defective leg that didn’t work and didn’t have any feeling.”
The team at the rescue organization felt that Honeydew would fare better without the leg, so they had it removed. Outside of tripping here and there, having just three legs has not slowed Honeydew down in the slightest.
“Clearly she has no problem getting around,” the story continued with clips of Honeydew running, playing, carrying around a big stick, and standing on a table. “She runs like she’s training for the Olympics… She loves leaves, snacks, stealing socks, and eating my hair.”
Honeydew’s mom says she’s “the friendliest dog you’ll ever meet” and calls her “the most beautiful three-legged wonder girl around”. Those descriptions are spot on!
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This story was originally reported by Parade Pets on Nov 1, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.