Celebrating Love Your Pet Day: Moments We Never Saw Coming

February 20th is Love Your Pet Day, and if you're a pet parent, you already know the truth: loving your pet means capturing everything. From the Christmas tree collisions, first time home alone, and backyard games that end in mud. These aren't just funny videos; they're proof that our pets have personalities as big as our love for them. Here are five pet parents who captured the moments that remind us exactly why Love Your Pet Day exists.

When Your Dog Has Something to Say And Won't Take No for an Answer

Remi doesn't just communicate with his family—he anticipates their responses. When this 4-year-old Whippet wanted to go to the park and knew the answer would be "no," he pressed his buttons to say "Park. Mad. Sorry. Ready," essentially apologizing for them before following up with "Go. Come on. Come on." His owner was out of town, but their Ring Indoor Camera captured every button press, showing just how sophisticated canine communication can become when dogs are given the right tools.

The Great Christmas Tree Crash

Percy the cat was peacefully napping under the dining room table when his owner turned on the vacuum. The 5-year-old mixed breed didn't just run away—he launched himself into the Christmas tree in a panicked attempt to escape. While Percy typically retreats to other rooms to avoid the dreaded vacuum sound, this time he chose a more dramatic exit.

Home Alone (for the First Time)

Goldendoodle Buxton was home alone for the first time when his new parents, Justin and Lauren, couldn't resist checking in via their Ring Indoor Camera. The three-month-old pup heard their voices through the speaker and did what any curious pet would do—he tracked down the source and promptly stared into the camera looking for his owners. His parents watched the whole thing equal parts amused and excited to return home to their puppy.

The Cat Who Can't Resist a Good Climb

Tuna has turned tree climbing into an art form. At least once a week, Douglas’ adventurous cat chases squirrels around the backyard and inevitably ends up scaling a tree—just another day in Tuna's outdoor routine. This particular climb was captured by one of Douglas's five Ring Spotlight Cams, prompting his familiar reaction: "There she goes again."

When a Game of Tag Goes Wrong And Your Pet Pig Wins

Connie has a unique morning routine with Misty, her pet pig who is named after the Pokémon trainer—the two play tag in the backyard. But this particular morning took an unexpected turn when Connie slipped on mud while running away from Misty, who was fleeing from bath time. While she admits she almost broke her back, Connie says she still laughs watching it back.

Loving your pet means being there for the big moments and the hilarious ones. They're negotiating with communication buttons, launching themselves into holiday decor, scaling trees like clockwork, and turning morning routines into comedy shows. This Love Your Pet Day, celebrate the moments that make you laugh until you cry. If you have a story you want to share, send it to us at stories@ring.com.