From dogs pretending not to fight when their mother is watching to a cat panting like a dog while playing, the internet’s pets did not disappoint this week.

We were also pleased to receive submissions of funny animal videos and pictures from our readers. Newsweek Pet of the week.

If you want your pet to be next week’s Pet of the Week, follow the instructions at the end of this story to learn how.

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This week’s winner is Presley, a nine-week-old Belgian Tervuren who has discovered a serious love of water.

In a video shared by his owner Tequila Bearkim, the pup can be seen happily splashing and playing in his water bowl. It’s clear that Presley isn’t just drinking from it – he’s making it his personal playtime.

“He loves his water bowl a little too much. I need to get him a pool this weekend,” said Bearkim Newsweekbefore adding that Presley was a “very happy and smart boy.”

While Belgian Tervurens are typically known for their herding instincts and guarding abilities, Presley seems to have discovered a new passion for the water, which his owner is only too happy to accommodate.

Finalists

Next up this week are Katen Marie Bender’s two beloved dachshunds, Piper and Harley, who have lived with their owner since they were six weeks old.

Piper, a 13-year-old miniature dachshund, is a wonderful companion with a gentle and affectionate nature. “She is wonderful,” said Bender Newsweek.

Twelve-year-old Harley is a miniature dachshund and Piper’s half-brother as they share the same father. His owner added: “He’s very funny and sweet. Just a wonderful boy.”

Next is Shantilly, a dog adopted by his owner S. Jovani. At first, it took a while for them to become friends.

“She didn’t choose us because she wanted to stay with her foster parents, the couple she had chosen,” said Jovani NewsweekThe puppy had been through a lot and had been abandoned several times before finding his way to the animal shelter.

Despite Shantilly’s initial hesitation, Jovani and his family were determined to give her the loving home she deserved. “We chose her,” Jovani said.

After about a year, her patience and love paid off. Now her once insecure dog has blossomed and shows that she loves and accepts her new family.

Last but not least, there is Hoomie Johnson, a dog who is still working on his relationship with the house cat Rollo.

Owner Shani Krudo said Newsweek: “When Hoomie Johnson arrived, he was smaller than our ten-year-old cat, Rollo.” Despite Hoomie’s small stature, Rollo quickly figured out who was in charge and made it clear that the dog was trespassing on the cat’s territory.

Today, Hoomie is much larger than Rollo, but the size has not changed the hierarchy, as Rollo remains the undisputed boss.

Krudo shared a photo of the two sitting close together for the first time, but added that Hoomie looked a little worried: “Maybe he’s scared Rollo will punch him,” she laughed.

Do you have funny and cute videos or pictures of your pet that you want to share? Send them to [email protected] with some details about your best friend and they could appear on our Pet of the Week list.