California Dog Rules Her Household With An Iron Paw, And Her Dad Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way
A senior California dog named Daisy has completely taken over her household, training her devoted dad to cater to her every whim—and teaching him about unconditional love in the process.
Setting The Bedtime Rules
In this California household, bedtime is strictly regulated.
And the one making the rules is a small, senior dog named Daisy.
Even when it’s only 5:50 p.m., if Daisy decides it’s time to sleep, her parents have to scramble to get her spot ready.
Her dad rushes to arrange her blanket just right, apologizing when the setup isn’t immediately perfect.
The Smallest Member In Charge
Daisy might be the smallest member of her family, but there is no doubt about who is in charge.
When she wants something, she simply starts barking at her parents until her demands are met.
Her dad admits that she is the “little dog I never wanted who I fell in love with.”
His devotion is so complete that he even had a custom shirt made featuring a picture of him and his beloved Daisy.
A Unique Morning Walk Routine
Daisy’s morning walks are a bit unconventional.
Often, the walk consists primarily of her dad doing the walking while Daisy gets a lift for the first block.
She needs this time being carried to “warm up to the idea of walking.”
Once she is fully awake, she finally agrees to get some steps in on her own.
The Daily Nap Schedule
Being a senior dog in charge of a household is exhausting work.
Daisy requires multiple rests throughout the day to maintain her energy.
Her dad frequently documents her sleeping habits, noting when she is on “nap number four of the day.”
She is always ready for a nap in no time at all.
The 2 A.M. Wake-Up Call
Daisy’s demands don’t stop when the sun goes down.
At 2:00 a.m., she reliably wakes her parents up because she needs to go potty.
Her dad dutifully gets up in the middle of the night to accommodate her schedule.
After she finishes her business outside, there is still one more crucial step before anyone can go back to sleep.
The Midnight ‘Dink’
Every night, just as everyone is about to settle down, Daisy stands at the end of the bed and waits.
She is waiting for her nighttime “dink” of water.
Her dad has to ensure the water bowl is full, set her down gently, and turn the light on for her.
Then, he must stand back and wait, because Daisy insists on getting her drink in total peace.
Waiting For Mom
Once her thirst is quenched, the little queen is picked back up and placed in bed.
However, Daisy has strict rules about when she will actually go to sleep.
She refuses to settle down until her mom is in her designated side of the bed.
Her dad can get in bed, and she “could care less”—she will stay on her end of the bed until her mama arrives.
Special One-On-One Time
Despite her demanding nature, Daisy has a softer side when it’s just her and her dad.
During their special nap time routine, she transforms into a “different dog.”
She happily goes down for a nap, enjoying the quiet one-on-one time with her dad.
Through all her quirks and demands, this little senior dog has taught her dad the true meaning of unconditional love.
