Squirrels and dogs have a relationship as complicated as Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader. Natural antagonists, sure, but you can’t deny the animal magnetism. In honor of National Squirrel Appreciation Day, here are four dogs who just can’t resist the call of the squirrel … and three who managed to make friends. Use the force, canine comrades!
So Close…
…yet so far.
This Could Go on For a While
The squirrel clearly has the home team advantage here. Unfortunately, all the speed in the world won’t help this determined doggie win this game of hide-and-seek.
“Why I Oughta…”
Luckily for this squirrel, this dog doesn’t stand a chance against the window pane. Squirrel: 1, Dog: 0.
See Something, Say Something
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His squirrel radar is definitely going off. Beep boop!
Our Little Secret
This burly Bernese is in on this squirrelly guy’s game plan, but unfortunately, his buddy might have to find a better spot to hide away his Winter stash. Nice try, Monsieur Squirrel. Maybe try the bush in the backyard instead?
A Nimble Masseuse
“A little lower… to the left… no, too much, go back… PERFECT. Thanks dude!”
Turns Out, These Two Share A Similar Life Philosophy
DEAL WITH IT. You definitely don’t want to mess with this duo.
