Having a dog can make meeting new people easier, especially when you are adjusting to a new home or neighborhood.

Dogs seem to have a natural ability to break the ice, often helping their humans form connections they might miss on their own.

Tucker the Dalmatian has taken that talent even further. He is not just friendly. He has created a daily ritual that is both hilarious and incredibly endearing.

Tucker’s Unexpected Routine

Shannon, who lives with Tucker in San Diego, always knew her Dalmatian had a big personality. Still, his newest habit caught her completely off guard.

Almost every evening, Tucker stations himself outside the neighbors’ front door and waits with great determination. He does not bark or scratch. He simply sits politely, confident that someone will eventually le

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