The Funniest and Weirdest Dog Sitter Instructions Ever (Yes, These Are Real)

If you’re a pet parent in Orange County, chances are you’ve left some detailed notes for your dog sitter before heading out of town. But these viral TikTok comments take it to the next level. From dogs scared of vuvuzelas to pups who require emotional negotiations before taking their meds, here are some of the most hilariously specific dog sitter directions we’ve ever seen.

These stories will make you laugh, cry, and probably double-check your own dog’s quirks. And if you’re a professional sitter or dog walker (like us at Rufflife OC!), this is your sign to always read the instructions carefully.

1. The Vuvuzela Incident

“You cannot acknowledge its existence around the dog. Don’t touch it. Don’t move it. Don’t look at it. She’ll flip out. She’s never heard it make a noise, but it terrifies her.” — @kelmsey

Dogs have beef with very specific things. This one? A vuvuzela. Pure chaos in plastic form. Also, we totally had to Google this, so no shame if you do too.

2. The Goldfish Swap

“If it’s dead, just run to the pet store and buy another goldfish so our son doesn’t freak out.” — @katie

Technically not about the dog, but an all-timer. Shoutout to the sitter who replaced three fish in two weeks and kept the peace.

3. Ghost Protocol

“If you’re turning off the lights, make sure she sees you using the switch or she will think it’s ghosts and shake for an hour.” — @zephyr

Paranormal pup activity. It’s real. Documented. Possibly haunted.

4. The Dehydrated Chicken Mint

“If you don’t give her the after-dinner mint (which is dehydrated chicken), she’ll block you from doing anything else.” — @user7610

This dog runs her house like a Michelin-star restaurant. Two dinners and a mint? Iconic.

5. “None for Gretchen Wieners, Bye!”

“That’s the command to get him out of the kitchen.” — @chaoscoordinator

Honestly, if your dog doesn’t respond to Mean Girls quotes, are you even doing pet parenting right?

6. Bear Buddies

“Is friends with a young black bear. Do not freak out if you see them playing in the yard.” — @descartesb4thehorse

Just your average interspecies forest playdate. No biggie.

7. Curtain Call at 4PM

“Is afraid of her reflection. Please close the curtains from 4 PM.” (She’s an 86kg Boerboel.) — @alexis

A literal gentle giant who cannot face the mirror. We get it, girl.

8. Dishwasher Diplomacy

“He gets upset if you run the dishwasher during the day. At night, however, he will allow.” — @emily

Living with a roommate who has opinions? Try living with a dishwasher-hating dog.

9. Sock Bandit Confusion

“Very motivated sock thief but has no idea what to do once he has them.” — @ellesaurusvex

A criminal with no plan. We respect the hustle.

10. Fighting the Kia Soul

“Will try to fight the Kia Soul next door.” — @abbagailneeley

A dog with a grudge against compact cars. Let’s unpack that.

Got a quirky pup of your own?

Whether your dog insists on Cheez-Its as garnish or needs a bedtime story to sleep, you’re not alone. And at Rufflife OC, we get those little quirks. Our team of compassionate, experienced dog walkers and pet sitters in Orange County is here to follow every unique instruction… yes, even the ones involving Mean Girls quotes.

Need a sitter who won’t judge your dog’s weird habits?

Book a walk or pet visit with Rufflife OC today!

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