5 hours ago
2
There’s something special about dogs and their instincts. Even when everything seems fine to us, they can sense when something’s not right. While not every dog will jump into action like a superhero, some are naturally more watchful and ready to protect the people they love. That’s exactly what happened to one woman and her dog during a quiet trip into the woods.
A Hike Turns Into a Warning
Image Source Credit via TikTokAmber Palmer planned a relaxing hike in the woods of Washington with her loyal dog, Shona. They drove to a trail neither of them had tried before and got ready to explore. But just as they were about to leave the car, Shona started growling. At first, Amber looked around but didn’t see anything strange.
Even though nothing seemed unusual, Shona wouldn’t stop growling. She clearly sensed something, and her behavior became more intense. Trusting her dog’s instincts, Amber made a quick decision to leave and head to another hiking spot. This moment wasn’t out of character for Shona—she had shown signs of being unusually alert in the past.
A Protective Pup With Sharp Instincts
Image Source Credit via TikTokShona had already proven herself to be a very aware and protective dog. Her owner noticed that she would often spot other animals from far away and alert her, even though Shona had never been trained to do this. She once got extremely upset when Amber used a cardio machine at home. Shona thought the strange machine might hurt her owner and reacted fiercely to protect her.
Amber was impressed by Shona’s actions, so she decided to share the recent hiking experience on TikTok. The video got a lot of attention, and people had plenty to say about it in the comments.
She Mistreated 66 Dogs—And Can Still Own Pets Legally!
All 66 dogs had some kind of physical injuries; three of them were so beyond help that they had to be euthanized. Sign the petition now to tell the Senate that we must do better to protect our beloved animals
A Message Worth Listening To
Image Source Credit via TikTokMany viewers agreed that Shona’s reaction shouldn’t be taken lightly. One commenter shared, “My uncle had a dog that never barked or growled. Until one day, dog wouldn’t get out of the truck and was growling like crazy. Mountain lion came running by. They know when something is up.” This made Amber wonder if something similar had happened during their hike.
Another viewer mentioned, “Ridgebacks were bred to hunt lions originally. Definitely listen to her. She isn’t playing around.” Even though Amber didn’t know this about Ridgebacks, it made sense that Shona’s instincts were strong enough to detect danger—possibly even a hidden predator.
One final comment stood out: “It’s something I’d take especially seriously if it’s out of character for your dog. They have senses well beyond ours.. they know and notice so much.” That’s what makes this story so powerful—it’s a reminder that dogs pick up on things we might miss completely.
No one knows for sure what Shona saw or smelled that day in the forest. But whether it was a mountain lion or just something that didn’t feel right to her, Amber’s story shows why we should always pay attention when our dogs act unusual. They just might be trying to keep us safe.
English (US) · 