A couple from Connecticut was trying to have a chill date night at home when their boxer dog realized there was cheese involved and would not leave them to it without getting her share (“share” meaning all of it.)
In a viral TikTok video posted on Tuesday under the username @princess.poppyyy, Poppy the boxer can be seen sitting in the living room, right next to a charcuterie board, staring at her owners.
“POV [Point of view]: Mom and dad are trying to have a date night but there’s cheese,” text laid over the clip said. A caption added: “A princess expects her cheese tax paid promptly and in full.”
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Despite being given multiple pieces, Poppy still wasn’t happy. She started whining and barking, hoping that her owners would cave in and give her more.
If you’re a dog owner you’ve probably had to pay cheese tax too. But is this delicious treat actually safe for our pups?
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British animal charity Blue Cross says that while cheese is not toxic to canines, not all dogs can have it. Dogs who are lactose intolerant, overweight, suffer from upset tummies, or have kidney problems are better off staying away from any kind of cheese or dairy.
If your dog has none of the above problems, then some cheese in moderation is not likely to hurt. However, not all cheeses are safe for them.
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According to an article on the website Dogster that was medically reviewed by veterinarian Dr. Lorna Whittemore, cheeses that dogs cannot eat, even in minimal quantities, include blue cheese—which can cause seizures—Brie, cream cheese, feta, goat cheese, provolone, and any cheeses with herbs, onion, garlic, and spices.
On the other hand, cheeses that are considered safe for our pups’ consumption, though only in small quantities, include cheddar, cottage cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan and Swiss.
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If your dog loves cheese, you can also use it as a high-value reward for training, giving a small square only when they are exceptionally good.
The video of Poppy quickly went viral on TikTok, and has so far received more than 936,800 views and 139,600 likes on the platform.
One user, Harry’s Headlines, commented: “Very relaxing and romantic. No distraction at all.”
Melanie said: “You need to pay the cheese tax first. In fact she needs her own poppycuterie board!”
Meg added: “Poppy’s feelings are so valid. I, too, will cry if not given cheese.”
Newsweek reached out to @princess.poppyyy for comment. We could not verify the details of the case.
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