A Jack Russell terrier's menacing stare towards their owner has left viewers online in stitches.
The canine was captured loitering behind a kitchen counter while holding a pair of scissors in their mouth. A short clip, capturing the dog's piercing gaze and their owner's hilarious reaction, was shared to TikTok on January 18 under the username @lucccccccccyyyyyy. The video, now viral, has been viewed more than 1.2 million times, sparking laughter in the comments section.
Viewers were able to see the dog's owner sipping a cup of coffee while looking into the corner of a room. The clip then transitioned to show the canine standing in a bizarre position, as if ready to pounce at their owner, with the scissor hooks between their teeth.
The Jack Russell terrier is a small, lively breed known for its spirited and playful nature. Originally bred for fox hunting in England, these dogs are known to be intelligent, energetic, and fearless protectors of their loved ones.
Their boundless enthusiasm and need for activity make them excellent companions for active individuals or families. With a strong instinct to chase and explore, they thrive on games like fetch, showcasing their natural athleticism.
Jack Russells are not only entertaining but also require consistent training and mental stimulation to channel their playful energy constructively—otherwise they might seek out household objects to have fun!
An overlaid text on the comical video read: "The odds of being murdered by your Jack Russell are low, but never zero..."
Viewers online have reacted with amused comments to the short video. Several have shared how similarly cheeky their own Jack Russell terriers are.
"My Jack Russell passed away last year in April at 17- and a half years old," one viewer said. "They are one of the best dog breeds."
"I just have to look at my Jack Russell and he growls," another added.
"Jack Russell Tok yes, I have two little rat bags and I love them," a third viewer said.
Another added: "I said I would never have a Jack Russell terrier again...I have two!"
"I lost my Jack Russell in October, he left the biggest hole in my heart but he was viciously protective of us and the house," another viewer said.
"Mine stands at the top of the stairs every morning and when I am half way down throws her tennis ball as I am walking, I swear she is trying to take me out so she can have my husband and son to herself," another viewer said.
Another added: "Oh men I have two of them."
Newsweek reached out to @lucccccccccyyyyyy for more information via TikTok. The post has been liked more than 98,000 times to date.
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