Litters of puppies generally do not find themselves together in permanent homes.
Yet, some do, and they are certainly regarded as fortunate.
Sharing childhood with your own sibling, enjoying the same passions, and engaging in the unique ways only siblings can interact is incredibly valuable for canines.
Norman and Annabelle proudly declare themselves ‘the most fortunate dogs ever’ since they were raised side by side.
From being companions while still in their mother, Norman and Annabelle never fathomed living life apart.
The day they entered the world was one of the most fortunate days ever, despite it being Friday the 13th.
Norman and Annabelle simply arrived under a fortunate star, and here lies their touching tale to demonstrate it.
Friday The 13th Pups
Bobby Keane and his spouse, Danni, from Maryland, recognized that their lives were about to transform.
Why?
Because they brought in a pregnant Pitbull female who was merely a week away from delivering.
It was a significant commitment, but the couple understood they had to act and provide that mother and her puppies a chance to thrive.
True to form, one week later, the sizable litter of 12 puppies entered into their new Maryland residence.
Caring for one canine is already a considerable task, but imagine nurturing twelve tiny pups alongside their mother.
Bobby and Danni mentioned they did not want to keep any of them. Easier said than accomplished. Some of those puppies were simply too adorable, and the couple found it hard to resist.
Along came Norman and Annabelle, the best friend siblings.
As always, male pups have their mommas, and little girls become daddy’s little girls. That’s simply how it goes. Norman immediately bonded with Danni and her daughter, while Annabelle chose another family member.
From the time she turned three weeks old, Annabelle formed a connection with her human father, Bobby. They established a unique relationship when Annabelle snuggled up and dozed off on daddy’s shoulder one evening.
This established a routine: daddy’s shoulder became Annabelle’s preferred napping location.
“One evening when Annabelle was 3 weeks old, Bobby lifted her up and placed her on his shoulder, and she dozed off. This became a usual occurrence afterward. They formed a bond in that moment. He has never attempted to prevent her from doing it. Occasionally, she may become a bit too persistent, and he will ask her to move until she calms down, but once she does, she returns and falls asleep on his shoulder,” Danni recounted.
This is the video that propelled Annabelle and her brother into the sphere of canine celebrities.
@annabelle_and_norman It’s her shoulder #dogdad #dogsoftiktok ♬ Riptide – Vance Joy
Years later, Annabelle continues to be there, dozing on her father’s shoulder, despite weighing over 50 pounds!
Daddy’s girl will always remain daddy’s girl! She might be large, but her heart still holds a pup’s spirit.
Bobby and Danni never intended to gain fame, nor did they seek to introduce their dogs into the realm of social media stars. One event naturally led to another, and people adored the brief videos they captured as keepsakes.
“We can never predict what will go viral, LOL. We’ve never been social media enthusiasts, and we never anticipated managing a social media profile for our pets, yet here we are. We don’t take it too earnestly. We engage in it for enjoyment. It serves as our way of maintaining a video diary of sorts encompassing our existence with our dogs. It’s a delightful memory we can reminisce about once they’ve gone.”
The three-year-old Little Monsters, as they are referred to on Instagram and TikTok, have generated quite a following. Every action these pups take turns into viral content, and the online audience enjoys viewing their daily escapades.
Whether it involves playing with an enormous ball…
…or simply offering dad support while he works
“Their daily lives are quite structured. They are still relatively young and possess a lot of enthusiasm, so we engage them in mental stimulation activities daily. We also enjoy taking them on outings, whether it’s to a park, hiking trail, or visiting a SniffSpot.”
Are they not the most fortunate pups ever? Having such caring human parents is indeed a gift. Norman and Annabelle matured into loving pups, exemplary representatives of their breed. This pair of American Bullies couldn’t be more satisfied living their lives with Bobby and Danni.
Family… because it’s not just the most significant aspect… it encompasses everything!