Dog’s Treat Tactics Go Viral After Brothers Leave for Groomers

Dramatic Shih-Poo Refuses to Eat Treat Until Siblings Return from Groomer

A tiny Shih Tzu–poodle mix named Monkey is proving that when it comes to drama, size doesn’t matter. In a viral TikTok video that’s delighting viewers across the internet, Monkey put on an unforgettable show after being left home while his furry brothers went to the groomer. Rather than enjoying his treat like any other dog, Monkey made a big statement—by not eating it.

The video, shared by @monkey_shihpoo, opens with Monkey carefully placing his treat beside him on his dog bed, glaring into the distance with a look of betrayal and deep resolve. According to the voiceover, all the pups received treats that day, but Monkey stayed behind while the others went out. Instead of savoring his snack, Monkey chose to guard it, as if to say, “I’m saving this to make a point.”

“He is so greedy that he’s trying to cover up this treat,” the owner narrates playfully. “He wants his brothers to know that he got a treat—and he’s going to eat it in front of them.”

When his siblings finally return from their spa day, Monkey’s plan goes into full effect. He rushes to greet them, tail wagging, before darting back to his treat like a little gremlin with a treasure. As one of the dogs approaches the snack, Monkey lets out a fierce bark, making it clear the treat is his alone—and everyone should know it.

The video’s final message: “I want the treat, but I don’t want the treat—I just want everyone else to know I have the treat,” had commenters howling with laughter.

According to pet behavior experts, this isn’t just adorable—it’s textbook canine attention-seeking. Dogs quickly learn that flaunting toys or treats draws a crowd. Monkey’s calculated display walks the line between resource guarding and pure theatrics, and fans are eating it up.

With more than 750,000 views and over 72,000 likes, Monkey has gone from overlooked sibling to viral sensation. Viewers chimed in with comments like, “He’s not greedy—he’s strategic,” and “This is what happens when the middle child stays home!”

Clearly, Monkey may be small, but his flair for drama is second to none.