Apartment Dog Surprised With New Home With Backyard

A dog who had spent his life growing up in an apartment could not hide his delight when he was surprised with his parent's new home, breaking into zoomies in his first-ever backyard. Dog parents Erin and Joe moved from New York to their native Texas in 2021, settling for a small apartment in Austin. There, they worked 10—to 15-hour shifts five to six days a week. The couple saved in the hope of moving to a bigger apartment, and having found a larger space in 2022, they adopted a puppy, Reese, a miniature Australian shepherd, in December of that year. The couple admitted that having such an active breed of dog in a city apartment was tough. The large number of apartment stairs made potty training difficult and they did not have a yard to run Reese in. Despite these hurdles, the couple made the situation work by taking Reese for long walks every morning and bringing him to a dog park near their apartment. When they finally purchased their first home, Erin and Joe knew that a backyard for Reese was one of their top priorities. Having purchased a house in Jarrell, Texas, in February, the couple could not wait to show Reese his new home when they moved all their belongings on March 3. With their cameras rolling, Erin and Joe recorded an excitable Reese bouncing outside the front door before making his way through the house, struggling to contain himself.

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[Grammyabigail]

Sweeter than the dog's reaction is the vicarious joy of his owners to bless him.

[ms.one-town]

I love that he kept looking back for permission and confirmation. The sweetest thing ever. He’s absolutely going to love his new home! He’s seems grateful already. ♥️

[_Y.Not_]

Hope you have many beautiful years in your new home, the dog seems to like it :)

[Reason-gnlf]

The way the dog keeped looking back at them to get the ok before he continued on to different parts of the home was so cute.

Congrats on your new home. May you have loving memories.

[NiNitosix]

He just keeps looking at them like..”are you for real dad??” Such a sweet moment. I love my fur babies too.

[kimlovegrove]

I'm so glad you gave him the tour. Remember he is your first child and a forever family member. Don't forget that when you have humans. That's God's creature and I'm glad you stood strong on your promise.

[holliesanders]

He's loving it! He's saying, "really, are u sure? "

[jesimarsantiago]

I love it when the dog looks back at the owner to reassure that what he's saying is true and making sure the owner is by his side.

[ladyT_VR]

I swear that dog understood every single word 😢❤

[willyrose]

Border Collies love nothing more than to run free. Thanks for giving your dog that opportunity. I had a Border Collie for 16 years, and I miss her every day!

[brucepaschall]

There's nothing better than saying a smiling face from a little fur baby that loves his surroundings

[stephenholmes]

Now this is what happiness looks like!

[catherinelamprakes]

Yea! I love my mommy and daddy. A NEW YARD!❤❤❤

[URFriendEva]

Love it. Doggie Dad promises made promises kept. Congrats to you all.

[lululovesyou]

Aww, so sweet. The dog was like "Really, Dad? Can I really just go and run?" Awesome owners.

[Bubby]

And a beautiful yard it is. That is one happy dog. Congratulations on your new home.

[marymetzgerlis]

Congratulations on a dream fulfilled. I wish you many years of much joy and happiness. ❤❤❤

[WingsInc]

She's so HAPPY!
Y'all love for her is

[TeriThomas-ltgi]

I swear this dog heard every word you said and understood it❤

[charlanpennington]

There's gratitude. You have made him sooo happy!