A woman attempting to work from home with her attention-seeking Border collie has left internet viewers simultaneously laughing and crying.
Lexy (@lexyfromm) shared a relatable TikTok clip, where she tries to get some work done at home—but her dog, Leo, has other ideas. The video, which shows Lexy negotiating with her persistent pup, has garnered more than 140,000 likes and over 728,000 views on TikTok.
“Working from home with a Border collie is not for the weak yall! He’s about to get booted outside,” Lexy captioned the clip.
In the video, Leo stands beside Lexy’s desk with two tennis balls in his mouth, clearly ready for playtime. Lexy gently pleads with him, asking: “Do you mind if I work here? Or are you kind of like, needing attention?”
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She continues: “Mind you. Leo, come here. Come here. Mind you. I walked him three miles this morning at 5 a.m. Hey, Leo, did we already go for a walk today? Do you remember that or did you forget? You forgot. I could tell cause you sure acting like it, baby.”
Border collies, according to the American Kennel Club, are widely regarded as the most-intelligent dog breed.
Bred to work closely with humans herding livestock, they are high-energy, intensely focused, and require a significant amount of mental and physical stimulation. Without a job to do, they can easily become restless or even destructive—especially when their owners are working from home.
Tom and Toto, a U.K.-based dog care service, says that working remotely with a high-needs dog can be a balancing act. The service recommends establishing a consistent schedule, incorporating enrichment toys, and taking regular breaks to interact with your canine.
TikTok users were quick to weigh in, empathizing with Lexy’s struggle and praising Leo’s cuteness.
“Border collie videos are like doggy birth control for me. are they so pretty? yes. do I wanna deal with that? absolutely not,” commented Jenna.
“Ma’am, he also works here,” another viewer added.
But it was a heartfelt comment from a user named David that resonated deeply with many: “Always throw the ball. It’s frustrating at the time, but one day they won’t be there to ask you to play. You’ll sit down to work and ache with every ounce of your being for them to come around the corner ready to play. I would trade the world for one more game of fetch with my Banjo.”
Newsweek reached out to @lexyfromm for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the case.
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