Mya, a six-year-old Great Pyrenees, has recently picked up a quirky new hobby that has her owner both laughing and pleading for mercy. Her favorite pastime? Sneaking turtles into the house behind her mom’s back. It’s an unexpected habit that highlights Mya’s gentle yet determined nature, and it’s leaving her owner, Rachel, in a constant battle to rescue her four-legged kidnapper’s unwitting “friends.”
Mya’s unusual obsession began when she discovered turtles in the yard, and her fascination hasn’t waned since. Whenever she spots one, she carefully picks it up in her mouth, treating it as delicately as possible. True to her Great Pyrenees nature, Mya is gentle and nurturing, ensuring the turtles are carried without harm. But to the turtles, this unexpected journey must be quite an adventure!
Rachel has caught Mya in the act multiple times, proudly trotting into the house with her latest find. “She looks so pleased with herself, like she’s accomplished something amazing,” Rachel says, laughing. While Mya might think she’s making new friends, Rachel knows the turtles didn’t sign up for this impromptu playdate. “I keep telling her, ‘Mya, they didn’t agree to this!’” she jokes.
Despite Rachel’s efforts to train Mya to leave the turtles alone, the determined pup just can’t resist. Rachel frequently finds herself intervening, pleading, “Mya, drop it!” as she gently retrieves the bewildered turtles from her dog’s mouth. Each time, Rachel takes the turtles back outside and releases them safely into the yard, much to Mya’s disappointment.
What makes this behavior even more endearing is how careful Mya is with her “friends.” Her breed is known for its gentle demeanor, particularly with smaller or more vulnerable animals, and Mya embodies that trait perfectly. For her, the turtles aren’t prey or toys—they’re companions she’s curious about and eager to befriend.
Although Mya’s turtle escapades have added an extra layer of chaos to Rachel’s life, they’ve also become a source of endless amusement. Rachel has shared her dog’s antics online, much to the delight of animal lovers everywhere. The sight of this large, fluffy dog carrying a tiny turtle in her mouth has quickly turned Mya into an internet sensation.
While the turtles may not share Mya’s enthusiasm for their newfound “friendship,” there’s no denying that her antics bring joy to everyone who hears her story. For Rachel, Mya’s turtle obsession is a funny reminder of the dog’s sweet, nurturing spirit—one that just happens to involve a little harmless “kidnapping.”
