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Dog’s ‘Stealthy Moves’ When Feeling Awkward At Party

By: Julie Hunt
Julie Hunt is an avid dog lover and writer for iHeartDogs.com, and has a background as a veterinary technician. She rescued a beautiful former bait dog named Rory.Read more
| February 1, 2025

We’ve all experienced those awkward moments at social gatherings where we feel out of place and just want to disappear. For some of us, these moments happen more often than we’d like. It’s a personal struggle for many, who tense up when they feel pressured to socialize. Some stand there, silently hoping no one will approach so they can head home as soon as possible. But did you know this can happen to dogs as well? We do know some dogs are more anxious than others, but this story is on a whole other level.

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Dogs are naturally social creatures. They bask in affection, often going up to strangers asking for attention. When family and friends come over, most dogs can sense that these people are okay and will seek out some pets and belly rubs. But what about this dog?

She’s not unfriendly. She’s just… well, you’ll see. While Millie prefers the comforts of her routine and favorite humans, she takes that preference a bit too far. The adorable Blue Heeler has her own unique approach to social events. Although her breed is known for being sociable and great with people, Millie is a bit different. When her parents throw a party, she isn’t quite sure how to fit in.

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Instead of strutting confidently through the room, seeking out pets and cuddles, Millie finds a quiet corner to hide in, trying to make sense of the commotion around her. This happens every single time, and her mom, Mia Cherepko, decided to capture it on video. Even though Millie clearly wants to be part of the action, something always holds her back.

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And when Millie does gather the courage to move, she awkwardly ends up in another corner, glancing around the room with a hilariously puzzled expression! Naturally, when a video shows a dog acting in a way that’s a bit different from the norm, the internet goes wild.

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The video quickly gained traction, with countless viewers flooding the comments with love and empathy for Millie.

One commenter wrote, “We would be two socially awkward girls together in the corner, too socially awkward to communicate why we’re there.” Another added, “I feel like that’s me if I were a dog.”

Even Google’s official account joined in on the fun, commenting, “We can’t translate dog, but those eyes say, ‘When are they leaving?'”

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It’s safe to say that Millie’s awkwardness at social gatherings is something many of us can relate to. Her sweet, uncertain demeanor has charmed countless hearts, proving that even in the animal world, social situations can be a little overwhelming!

This video is too good to miss. Click below to get to know Millie a little better!

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