Meet Don Luis, a 6-year-old pup who is living proof that sometimes we just need to focus on ourselves. This calm dog went viral after Fundación Santas Patitas, an animal rescue in Chile, shared his story on social media.
It all started when their team grew concerned about one of their rescue dogs, a calm and collected pup named Don Luis. He didn’t seem to respond to anything around him — toys, people, movement — and staff worried he might be blind.
© Fundación Santas PatitasThey booked him a vet appointment to get answers. What they didn’t expect was that he was not blind, but was in fact ignoring everyone around him.
As the veterinarian examined him, Don Luis quickly proved he could see just fine. A video of the appointment shows him reacting perfectly to movement… when he felt like it. That moment — equal parts adorable and hilarious — instantly went viral.
© Fundación Santas PatitasAcross social platforms, online users were obsessed. Comments flooded in celebrating his energy: “a whole mood,” “me on Mondays,” and “the patron saint of boundaries.” In just a few days, Don Luis went from a mellow rescue pup to a relatable, four-legged icon.
© Fundación Santas PatitasFans of the dog took to Instagram to share some stories about their own pets, proving that Don Luis is not the only dog who wants to have his space at times. "I thought my dog was deaf when she came home because she did not answer and when I took her to the vet I was told she was healthy," one person wrote.
Still looking for a loving family:
Despite his internet fame, Don Luis is still looking for a forever home. According to the team at Santas Patitas, he’s healthy, sweet, and full of personality, independent and vibing in his own space.
“He’s the kind of dog who’ll love you quietly,” the shelter shared. “He just wants someone who respects his style.”
