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Golden Retriever puppy gets out of house and thinks of ‘clever strategy’ to get back in
What a clever little girl.
Harper Gillis
07.31.23

The internet has a soft spot for our furry friends, especially when they display human-like skills.

One such charming tale involves a six-month-old golden retriever puppy named Charlotte.

This adorable pup from Quarryville, Pennsylvania, was caught on her owner’s security camera exhibiting some rather unexpected behavior.

At just six months old, Charlotte decided to embark on a little adventure in the front yard.

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The escapade took place without her owners’ knowledge.

One can only imagine the heartbreak they would have experienced had their beloved pet gone missing.

However, Charlotte’s adventure was short-lived.

She quickly reconsidered her decision and decided to return home.

What happened next was a delightful surprise: Charlotte demonstrated that she knew exactly how to get back inside—she rang the doorbell!

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This was a remarkable feat considering Charlotte had never been trained to knock on a door or ring a doorbell.

Her spontaneous problem-solving skills speak volumes about her intelligence, making this sweet little girl even more endearing.

The internet has been abuzz with Charlotte’s story, with people everywhere marveling at the clever puppy who figured out how to alert her owners of her presence.

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The story has resonated with many pet owners, prompting them to share similar tales of their own dogs finding their way home.

One YouTube commenter shared a story about their Dalmatian who managed to find his way home after running away six kilometers away.

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After successfully alerting her owners, Charlotte was let back into the house.

Her owners, initially confused, found the whole situation hilarious upon reviewing the footage from their security system.

They decided to share this amusing incident with the internet, leading to Charlotte’s newfound fame.

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Another commenter added “My dog does a lot of ‘human’ things and without being trained or staged to do so. So, sit back and enjoy this cute little pup.”

This sentiment echoes the joy and amusement that pets bring into our lives, especially when they surprise us with their intelligence and adaptability.

If you’re wondering how Charlotte managed to ring the doorbell, it’s worth noting that her owners don’t have a traditional doorbell.

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Instead, they use a security system that sends an alert to their phones when someone “rings” the doorbell.

This system ensured that Charlotte didn’t disturb the entire household with incessant ringing.

The thought of a pet getting loose and going missing is every dog owner’s worst nightmare, especially if the pet can’t find its way back home.

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Thankfully, Charlotte is now back in with her family. And the video of her escapades has received over 2 million views, with many people commenting on how clever the puppy is.

It’s unlikely that Charlotte will be venturing out alone anytime soon, but if she does, at least she and her owners know she can find her way back home.

Watch this unexpected moment in the video below!

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