Dog Steals Things Just To Make Sure Her Owner Sees Her Do It

Princess P, a Doberman and Husky mix known as Pippa, turns petty theft into a housewide game in an Instagram video. The dog steals things only after making sure her mom can see the evidence. In the clip, she carries small household items through the kitchen and hallway, moving just slowly enough to invite a chase. The account joked, “Guilty as charged,” because Pippa clearly wants the reaction more than the prize.

Dog deliberately steals household items in front of her owner because she loves getting a reaction

The video was shared by the Instagram account @pippathedobsky, which describes Pippa as 14 different breeds, but mostly Doberman and Husky. The reel shows her trotting through the home with a small item in her mouth. The on-screen caption explains the setup as, “My dog making sure I saw she stole something because if I’m not annoyed it’s no fun for her.”

Pippa does not bolt away in panic. Instead, she looks back, checks whether mom noticed, and keeps moving through the rooms. That little pause makes the joke land. Her caption adds, “If mom isn’t chasing me, then what’s the point???” For Pippa, the stolen items seem less important than the attention attached to them.

This kind of mischief often works like a game for smart, energetic dogs. A Doberman and Husky mix can be alert, quick, and very people-focused. Pippa seems to understand the pattern perfectly. She grabs something, waits for a reaction, and turns the hallway into a tiny chase area.

The dog steals things with full dramatic timing, and viewers recognized the routine immediately. One commenter wrote, “Its a tough game because if I react, she gets the thrill. But if I dont react, then she will start tearing up whatever it is.” Others added, “No bc why do they rage bait,” “She wants to play awww cutie pie,” and “My dog does this too. She wants engagement.”