This bemused dog didn't know how to react when he received a round of applause.

Julie Everakes filmed this amusing scene and said: "My friend was dog sitting and I went over to visit and play with Rufus, a 3-year-old schnauzer.

"I had seen this TikTok trend and decided to try it out.

"He absolutely LOVED it and didn’t want us to stop! He was a bit confused at first but then posed for the applause which was great. Rufus is made for the spotlight!"

In less than a month, this clip has racked up about 1.4 million likes on TikTok.

This footage was filmed on April 30 in Marina del Rey, California.

'This is the hilarious moment a doggo found himself getting applauded for a reason beyond his understanding.

Julie Everakes filmed this amusing scene and had the following to say: "My friend was dog sitting and I went over to visit and play with Rufus (3-year-old schnauzer)! I had seen this TikTok trend and decided to try it out (aka clapping for Rufus out of the blue)."

She added: "He (Rufus) absolutely LOVED it and didn’t want us to stop! He was a bit confused at first but then posed for the applause which was great. Rufus is made for the spotlight!"

In less than a month, this adorable clip has racked up about 1.4 million likes on TikTok.

Name: Julie Everakes
Location: Marina del Rey, CA, USA'