Pets have a way of surprising us with their loyalty and love, even in the smallest gestures. For Leyly Ram, a 30‑year‑old dog mom from the Netherlands, that surprise came when she opened her suitcase during a work trip to Mexico — only to find that her rescue Chihuahua, Ziggy, had tucked away a special gift.
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A Hidden Gift in the Suitcase
In the viral TikTok, Leyly is seen unpacking at her hotel in Mexico City when she stumbles across a chewy bone hidden deep in her luggage. Overwhelmed, she bursts into tears. The caption reads: “Dramatic post alert but [I don’t care] because that’s the literal love of my life.”
Ziggy had never done anything like this before. Leyly believes that because she didn’t give him their usual pre‑travel talk about where they were going and how, he realized he wasn’t coming along — and decided to sneak the bone into her suitcase as a goodbye gesture.
Ziggy’s Journey From Costa Rica to Europe
Ziggy’s story is remarkable. Rescued from Costa Rica as a tiny 2‑ to 3‑week‑old puppy, he quickly became Leyly’s closest companion. She worked tirelessly to bring him to Europe, and since then, they’ve traveled the world together, living in four different countries. “He came into my life at arguably the lowest point in life, and I truly don’t know where I would be now had I not found him,” Leyly told *Newsweek*.
While he can be feisty at first, Ziggy is also affectionate, hilarious, and intelligent. He’s been a constant in her life, providing love and stability no matter where they go.
The Internet Shares the Tears
The video struck a chord online, quickly amassing over 2.2 million views and 68,000 likes. Viewers flooded the comments with emotional reactions:
• “He wanted to send you with a nice treat.”
• “I used to cancel work flights if my dog looked at me on the way out.”
• “Time to go home.”
For many, Ziggy’s gesture was proof of the deep bond between dogs and their humans — one that doesn’t need words to be understood.
Making Sure Pets Feel Safe When You Travel
Leyly emphasized that while she tries to bring Ziggy everywhere, when she can’t, she ensures he’s left with people she trusts. She advises other pet parents to avoid dropping their animals at random boarding facilities. Instead, research sitters, meet them beforehand, and leave pets with familiar family or friends when possible.
“Our pets give us unconditional love,” she said. “The least we can do is make sure they feel safe and cared for, whether they’re with us or waiting for us to come home.”
A Love That Travels Everywhere
Ziggy’s hidden bone was more than just a toy — it was a message of love and connection. Even from thousands of miles away, he managed to remind his owner of the bond they share. And for Leyly, that tiny surprise in her suitcase was the sweetest proof that home is wherever Ziggy is.
