Recently in Japan, a male dachshund named Raiyu has gone viral online. The reason behind his sudden fame? Raiyu has an adorable yet mischievous habit of climbing onto freshly washed clothes to rub, crawl, and dig around on them. Every time his owner neatly folds the laundry, Raiyu immediately disrupts the order, much to their helpless frustration.
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Despite the trouble, Raiyu's owner finds it hard to scold him because of his irresistibly cute behavior. Let's take a closer look at Raiyu's love for rubbing against clothes and find out, from a dog trainer's perspective, why he developed this unusual habit.
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The Viral Sensation: Raiyu's Laundry Antics
A Japanese internet user who goes by the nickname "Honwaka Sisters" recently shared videos showing Raiyu, their 9-year-old male dachshund, climbing onto freshly washed and neatly folded clothes at home and causing playful havoc. The owner expressed a mix of amusement and helplessness over Raiyu's antics.
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Sometimes, Raiyu's 7-year-old female dachshund companion, Rirai, joins in with similar behavior. Together, these two dogs quickly became internet sensations, their charming mischief winning the hearts of many viewers.
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From Internet Fame to Television Spotlight
The videos of Raiyu and Rirai climbing on clothes gained so much popularity that they caught the attention of television producers. A TV program featured a special report on the dogs' behavior and invited a professional dog trainer to explain the reasons behind it.
Why Do They Love Fresh Clothes? Insights from a Dog Trainer
According to the dog trainer, this behavior stems from the softness of freshly washed clothes, which dogs find very appealing. The dogs instinctively want to create a cozy nest on these soft piles, making the laundry their favorite spot to snuggle and play.
So, Raiyu's habit of rubbing and digging on clean clothes is actually a natural expression of comfort-seeking, showing just how much he loves his freshly cleaned "nest".
In the end, Raiyu's adorable quirks have brought joy and smiles to many, proving that sometimes a little mess is worth the happiness pets bring into our lives.