Puppies from the same litter rarely find themselves in the same forever home. But when they do, it’s a blessing. Growing up with a sibling, sharing the same interests, and playing together creates a unique bond. Norman and Annabelle are among the lucky ones who had this experience.
From the moment they were born on Friday the 13th, Norman and Annabelle were inseparable. Despite the superstitions surrounding their birthdate, they were blessed with a wonderful life.
Friday The 13th Pitties
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Bobby Keane and his wife, Danni, from Maryland, knew their lives were about to change when they took in a pregnant Pitbull, just a week away from giving birth. A week later, their home was filled with the pitter-patter of 12 tiny paws.
Raising one dog is a challenge, but twelve puppies and their mom? That’s a whole new level. Bobby and Danni initially didn’t plan to keep any of the puppies. However, Norman and Annabelle quickly stole their hearts.
Norman and Annabelle, the best friends since birth, each formed special bonds with their human family. Norman was instantly close to Danni and her daughter, while Annabelle bonded deeply with Bobby. From just three weeks old, Annabelle loved sleeping on Bobby’s shoulder, a habit that continued even as she grew bigger.
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“One night when Annabelle was 3 weeks old, Bobby picked her up and put her on his shoulder, and she fell asleep. It became a regular thing after that. They bonded in that moment. He’s never tried to stop her from doing it. There will be times when she gets a little overbearing, and he makes her move until she calms down, but once she does, she comes back and falls asleep on his shoulder,” Danni shared.
The Viral Sensation
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Years later, Annabelle still loves her naps on Bobby’s shoulder, even though she now weighs over 50 pounds. Bobby and Danni never intended to become social media stars, but their videos quickly gained popularity. Their short clips, originally intended as family memories, resonated with many.
“We never know what is going to go viral. We never thought we’d be running a social media account for our dogs, but here we are. We don’t take it too seriously. It’s our way of making a video diary of our lives with our dogs. It’s something sweet we will be able to look back on once they’ve passed,” Danni explained.
Norman and Annabelle, also known as the “Little Monsters” on Instagram and TikTok, have amassed a significant following. Whether they’re playing with a huge ball or supporting their dad while he works, their antics are always a hit.
@annabelle_and_norman It’s her shoulder #dogdad #dogsoftiktok ♬ Riptide – Vance Joy
Their daily lives include structured activities to keep them mentally stimulated, along with adventures to parks, hiking trails, and SniffSpots.
Aren’t they the luckiest pups? Having such loving human parents is a blessing. Norman and Annabelle have grown into wonderful, caring dogs, perfect examples of their breed. Living with Bobby and Danni, they couldn’t be happier.
@annabelle_and_norman Replying to @daneeelah no wonder they like it better with the cover, it doesn’t blend in with the grass anymore #horsemenspride #herdingball #dogtoys #dogsoftiktok ♬ Dragula – Rob Zombie
Family is not just the most important thing; it’s everything.