Dog Owning Redditors Spill The (Toe) Beans On The Silliest Things Their Doggos Are Scared Of

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kalila courban
May 24, 2023 1:00 PM EDT

Hey dog lovers! Aren't doggos just the silliest darned creatures you ever did meet? Who knew our canine friends could have such entertaining fears? In this delightful listicle, dog owners from the Reddit community reveal the silliest things that send their doggos into a frenzy of fear and confusion. From balloons that seem like wild, untamed creatures to a mysterious floor lamp that triggers barks and hide-and-seek sessions, these tales as silly as a doggo chasing his tail. 

One Redditor shares how their girl believes balloons are potential attackers, mistaking their string for a leash to control the dangerous balloon beasts. Plastic bags hold a similar wild aura, adding to the drama of everyday objects turned into petrifying threats. And let's not forget the enigmatic floor lamp that becomes the center of attention whenever it dares to move or be cleaned. In an act of canine detective work, dogs side-eye these objects, casting suspicion and blame for any strange noise or toy mishap that occurs nearby. It's as if these everyday occurrences turn into hilarious conspiracy theories in their canine minds. Join us as we dive into the whimsical world of doggie fears and witness the adorable reactions of these loyal companions. Let's enjoy this heartwarming compilation of canine confessions!

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    Font - r/dogs. Posted by u/Calm_Pay8009 3 days ago What is the funniest thing your dog is afraid of?
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    Font - My girl is afraid of balloons.. she does not like the way they move. If one blows towards her she thinks it is launching to attack. I think she thinks that is why they are tied with a string. Like it is wearing a lead to tether such a dangerous and violent animal. Also, plastic bags. in her eyes.. the wild, undomesticated balloon.
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    Font - 1partwitch 3 days ago One specific floor lamp in our living room. Anytime I move it to clean it she freaks out and barks and hides and barks and hides. If she hears a strange noise outside she'll side-eye that lamp like "I know that was you."
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    Font - we_are_not_them. 3 days ago My dog does this with a broom that fell over once when she was a puppy. She always gives it the side eye. If a toy lands within 2 feet of it she absolutely cannot get it herself.
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    Font - atlantisgate 3 days ago shih tzu mystery mix . Tipped over garbage cans (like city ones on the curb on a windy day) Very threatening when on their side. Fine when standing up straight.
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    Font - SweetPohtaytoe. 3 days ago Mine just hates outside garbage cans. She's a bullmastiff, so it's not even that they're bigger than her, just that they're square and green, I guess. She tries to eat from the inside ones. Edited to add that she's also afraid of the broom, the hair dryer (I'm not even trying to use it on her) the vacuum, the cat, and anything set out beside the outside trash cans on trash pickup day. We tried to walk one day on trash day and she was terrified of a loveseat haha
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    Human body - ShannonJF82 - 3 days ago The swirling red circle when Netflix is loading as well as the noise it makes when it does load.
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    Human body - archers_arches · 3 days ago The cardboard cutout of the pope in the church window across the street
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    Font - jajjjenny 3 days ago The crockpot. She loses her mind every time we bring it out.
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    Font - trailquail 3 days ago It's the air fryer for our dog. I have no idea why. The toaster oven is fine, the instant pot, even the microwave. Just not the air fryer.
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    Font - pahelisolved. 3 days ago The pressure cooker for my boy. I wait until he finishes his breakfast before I even take it out of the cabinet or else he won't finish his food and just leave even if I promise him I won't turn it on until he is done and he can take his time
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    Human body - MarsTheIggy 3 days ago Wind .... What invisible force is this pushing against her?! Run for your life!!!
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    Font - BDamage707 3 days ago My dog will not walk In front of the couch to get onto it. He will only access it from the side by propping up on the arm rest and looking at you for a boost. I believe that he slipped on the floor one time in front of the couch while jumping onto it and now it's off limits
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    Font - sleepynerdmom. 3 days ago Mine is afraid of balloons too! And traffic cones. They only positive was when my elderly, unstable grandmother who is nervous around big dogs came to visit, my husband just blew up a balloon and handed it to her. My dog was totally fine sitting across the living room instead of potentially tripping or knocking her over and they both enjoyed each other from afar.
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    Human body - secrettmilo 3 days ago . squeaky pig i bought for him he likes squeakers normally but the gutteral honking it makes sends all 85 lbs tail tucked in the corner
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    Font - Ok-Wolverine-9166 3 days ago Clothes on the floor and my Beta fish. He growls and barks at both things until I turn off the light for the fish or pick up the clothes. He's saving my electric bill and keeping my clothes picked up though
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    Font - randomness0218 3 days ago Burping or passing gas. If she does it, it freaks her out big time. If one of the others do it, she goes bonkers. Scares her so bad. It's hilarious lol
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    Font - Wilson Enthusiast 3 days ago Every day when I get out of work we go on the same walk. And at the corner of my street there's a bridge that we can cross to get to a park. And every day she leads me all the way to the cusp of the bridge where she promptly freaks out, pulls in the opposite direction, and we walk back home.
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