A kind dog has caused a huge stir on the internet by helping his owner with a DIY project.
In a viral TikTok video shared to her pet account (@delilahgsp), Delilah dons a headlamp and safety glasses, making her the perfect companion to illuminate her owner’s handiwork.
The clip, which has received 2.7 million likes and 17.2 million views, shows a man hitting a wall and then turning to a German Shorthaired Pointer for more light.
“Please shine a light here,” he instructs, and Delilah obediently turns her head to illuminate the area.
Newsweek reached out to @delilahgsp via TikTok for comment. Details of the incident could not be confirmed.
For dog owners and DIY enthusiasts alike, this video is a fascinating reminder that pets love to get involved in everything, even noisy or chaotic projects. did.
DIY tasks can be stressful for your pet, but there are ways to make it a safe and enjoyable experience. According to home and garden website Room for Tuesday, creating a calm environment during home renovations is essential. Dogs are creatures of habit, so sudden noises, new people, unusual smells, etc. can make them uncomfortable.
To help them cope, it’s important to provide them with a ‘safe zone’ where they can retreat if things get too difficult. Ideally, it’s a familiar room with a bed, a favorite toy, and maybe a treat.
Keeping your dog occupied with interactive toys and prolonged chewing during intensive DIY sessions can also prevent them from becoming too curious about potentially dangerous tools.
Stock image of a dog watching over a man doing DIY. Delilah, a German shorthair pointer, provided light at her owner’s request. Stock image of a dog watching over a man doing DIY. Delilah, a German Shorthair Pointer, was helpful at her owner’s request. Kerkes/Download/Getty Images Plus
Keeping paint, nails, and other sharp objects out of reach is the key to a pet-friendly workspace.
Delilah’s small head torches are part of a growing trend among pet owners. LED headlights for dogs were originally designed for night walks, making them easy to see and be seen even in dark places, protecting your pet’s safety and increasing visibility.
These lights are becoming increasingly popular among outdoor enthusiasts who hike, camp, or walk their pets after dark. For Delilah, the DIY Helper role has added functionality.
TikTok users couldn’t get enough of Delilah’s opinion and flooded her with loving comments.
One viewer joked: “Why do those glasses look like his?”
A second user wrote: “Best assistant I’ve ever seen.”
“He had a cocky look in his eyes,” said a third.
“She made sure to stay focused after what was said,” Erin wrote.
“What a supportive diva,” another TikTok user commented, capturing the internet’s admiration for Delilah’s role as a DIY sidekick.
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