When Your Support Dog Needs Support: The Tale of a Pup Who “Lied on His Resume”

March 25, 2025 5

Finding the perfect companion to help ease anxiety can be a challenging journey. For one woman, it turned into a hilariously unexpected adventure when her new furry friend turned out to be just as anxious—if not more so—than she was!

The Anxious Adventure Begins

TikTok user Shae (@theshaemlessme) recently shared her story in a video that’s now gone viral, amassing over 17 million views and 2.6 million likes. In her quest for a calming presence, Shae adopted a tiny, wide-eyed pup she hoped would soothe her nerves. Instead, she found herself comforting a trembling ball of fur who looked utterly overwhelmed by the world.

In the now-iconic clip, the nervous little dog is seen shaking uncontrollably in the car, desperately seeking comfort from Shae—rather than the other way around. It didn’t take long for viewers to fall in love with the mismatched duo, with one TikTok user hilariously commenting, “He definitely lied on his resume.” Another joked, “Bro said you don’t need a companion, you need competition.”

Why This Story Resonates

Part of the charm of Shae’s story is how relatable it is. Who among us hasn’t felt like we’ve picked the wrong sidekick at some point? Or found ourselves in situations where we needed reassurance from the very thing that was supposed to calm us down?

It’s also a gentle reminder that support comes in all forms, and sometimes the journey to finding comfort isn’t a straight line. Even though her new friend might not be the picture-perfect therapy dog she envisioned, the bond between them is undeniably real—and perhaps that’s just what both of them need.

The Internet Reacts

The internet has wholeheartedly embraced the duo, with thousands of comments pouring in. The most popular ones highlight the irony of the situation and Shae’s sense of humor about it all:

“This dog is under a lot of pressure to perform.”
“You wanted calm, but you got chaos in a cute package.”
“He’s not calming your anxiety, he’s sharing it!”

Despite the unexpected twist, Shae’s journey with her anxious pup has become a viral feel-good story that reminds us all to embrace imperfections. After all, sometimes the best companions are the ones who mirror our struggles—and help us laugh through them.