A floofy Shih-Poo puppy has declared war on a carrot, and honestly, it is the most dramatic vegetable showdown of the year. The little brown-and-white fluffball pounces, thumps, licks, retreats, and re-engages like the carrot personally insulted him.

In the video, you can hear his mom off camera asking in the sweetest voice, “You love carrots, don’t cha’?” as the Shih-Poo launches himself at the unsuspecting vegetable. His oversized puppy paws hit the floor with dramatic little thumps as he bites, backs up, and then charges again like he is training for battle.

The cute TikTok video was shared by @chew.chew.the.shihpoo, and at one point, his mom asks, “Are you excited?” which feels like the understatement of the century. The caption seals it: “The carrot came at me first. I don’t start problems, I finish them.”

The comments were perfection.

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“This is like me at work… maximum effort without doing a thing.”

“That’s a very aggressive carrot.”

“The carrot is his worst enemy and best friend.”

“My pup does the same thing with her carrots; she even picks them up and gives them a little toss.”

And my personal favorite: “OMG, that is me with a cookie.”

Of course, one comment raised a serious question, claiming carrots are difficult for pups to digest and could cause pancreatitis over time because dogs lack salivary amylase, unlike humans.

So is that true? Are carrots dangerous for dogs? Let’s get into it.

Can Dogs Eat Carrots?

In general, yes. Most dogs can safely eat carrots in moderation. Carrots are low in calories and contain fiber and vitamins like beta carotene. While it is true that dogs don’t produce salivary amylase the same way humans do, they still produce digestive enzymes in the pancreas that help break down carbohydrates and plant matter.

Pancreatitis in dogs is usually associated with high-fat foods, not low-calorie vegetables like carrots. That said, every dog is different. Large chunks of raw carrot can pose a choking risk for small breeds, so cutting them into manageable pieces is important.

As always, treats should be given in moderation, and if a dog has underlying health issues, it is best to check with a veterinarian before adding new foods.

In this case, the carrot seems less like a health concern and more like a sworn enemy. And judging by that full-contact pounce routine, this Shih-Poo is not backing down anytime soon.

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This story was originally published by Parade Pets on Feb 14, 2026, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.