In a heartfelt and humorous TikTok video, Karissa, 27, sits down with her 3-year-old dachshund Winnie to explain that she’ll be going away on holiday, and that Winnie will be staying with the man she once called “dad.”

The video, captioned “child of divorce”, shows Karissa gently preparing Winnie for her absence, speaking to her with tenderness and empathy. Winnie listens intently, her expressive eyes and still posture adding to the emotional weight of the moment.

Karissa’s clip, posted to TikTok under the handle @karissanwinnie, quickly went viral, amassing over 2 million views and sparking a wave of comments from viewers who can relate to the emotional bond between pets and their humans.

1. What exactly is happening in the video?
I’m explaining to my dog, Winnie, that I’ll be going away on vacation and that she’ll be staying with the man she used to call dad. It’s a sweet and emotional conversation as I try to prepare her for my absence.
2. Who is involved (names and ages if possible)?
Karissa (27 years old) and Winnie, my 3-year-old dachshund.
3. Where, specifically, did it happen?
In our bedroom.
4. When, specifically, did it happen?
July 25th.
5. Who filmed the video and on what device was it filmed?
I (Karissa) filmed the video on an iPhone.
6. Why did it happen?
I wanted to prepare my dog for my departure so she wouldn’t be shocked or confused when I left.
7. Have you shared this video with any other licensing agencies e.g. LADbible, Storyful, Viralhog, Jukin etc before Newsflare?
No.
8. Any additional information?
I love my dachshund Winnie and truly believe she understands me when I talk to her. That’s why I like explaining things to her, she’s my baby.