Thursday, October 31, 2024 – 3:00 PM I by Editorial Staff
For Gert Verhulst, sleepless nights are now the norm, and the cause? Dog Leo. Although Gert and son and Antwerp fan Viktor Verhulst had drawn up clear rules for their four-legged friends, in practice it appears that both their partners and the dogs themselves cheerfully ignore those rules.
In the podcast Gert & Vik Gert tells him that he can now forget about his night’s sleep: “We even have to sleep with the light on, otherwise Leo won’t be able to find his drinking bowl at night,” he sighs.
Dogs and house rules are ignored
The rules also appear to be interpreted flexibly at Viktor’s home. His dog Joey initially had a strict rule that he was not allowed to sleep in the bed, but Viktor’s partner Sarah secretly put her own twist on it. “Once I was away and Sarah was sleeping alone at home. Turns out Joey was just allowed to lie in bed then. I secretly find it fun,” Viktor laughs. Gert responds sharply: “That is detrimental to your intimate life,” to which Viktor laughingly indicates that this is no problem at all.
One dog is not enough
As if one nightly troublemaker isn’t enough, Gert announces a new surprise. “Ellen has already ordered a second dog, while Leo is not even dead yet,” he says with a hint of resignation. According to Ellen, the new dog should not weigh more than eight kilos, so that it can go everywhere – even on the plane. “We’re becoming those people who take their dogs everywhere. That’s terrible,” sighs Gert, who seems to bear his fate with humor.
The Dog Days of Gert Verhulst: Sleepless Nights and Secret Bed Rules
Welcome to the absurd world of Gert Verhulst, where sleep is a luxury and dogs have their own set of whimsical rules – rules that, as it turns out, are as durable as a paper towel in a rainstorm. With his beloved pup Leo stealing the limelight (and the bed), Gert and his son Viktor find themselves grappling with a canine comedy that even Shakespeare would applaud!
When Dogs Don’t Follow the Rules
It appears clear that rules, in the Verhulst household, are merely decorative. Yes, dear reader, they hang there like an unsightly painting you dread to talk about every time you visit. Gert, on his podcast Gert & Vik, reveals the grim reality: “We have to sleep with the light on, otherwise Leo won’t be able to find his drinking bowl at night.” Ah, the noble sacrifices of dog ownership—a sleep-deprived life drenched in endless canine drama!
Bedtime Betrayals
But wait, it gets juicier! Imagine Viktor’s partner, Sarah, pulling a fast one while Viktor is away. The rule that Joey can’t sleep in the bed? A mere suggestion, apparently. “Turns out Joey was just allowed to lie in bed,” Viktor admits, chuckling at the blatant disregard for house rules. Honestly, it sounds less like a home and more like a furry little rogues’ gallery! When Gert quips, “That is detrimental to your intimate life,” I can almost hear the sitcom laugh track kicking in. But Viktor, cheekily unfazed, assures us that their love life is apparently as robust as Leo’s… appetite, which is quite the statement!
One Dog is Just Not Enough
And if Leo’s antics weren’t enough for Gert’s sleep-deprived soul, the plot thickens. In a shocking twist—cue the dramatic music—Gert drops the bombshell that Ellen has ordered a second dog! “As if one nightly troublemaker isn’t enough!” he laments. Ellen, however, seems to have grand plans, insisting that the new furry addition can’t weigh more than eight kilos. “So, they can go everywhere—even on the plane,” she declares. Can you imagine the chaos sitting next to two over-excited dogs on a transatlantic flight? It’s like a McDonald’s drive-thru but with fur, drool, and possible howling!
The Comedic Chaos Continues
Gert, having resigned himself to his fate with a heavy dose of humor, expresses the collective dread we all feel: “We’re becoming those people who take their dogs everywhere. That’s terrible.” If you ever wanted to see a man straddling the line between acceptance and utter despair, Gert is your guy. The journey of pet ownership, it seems, is best navigated with a hefty dose of humility—and an ample supply of patience.
Conclusion: Dog Days or Canine Comedy?
So, dear readers, as we peer into the delightful chaos of Gert and Viktor’s lives, let’s take a moment to appreciate how quickly our furry friends can turn us into sleep-deprived messes! Between unexpected bedtime guests and the impending arrival of a second dog, it’s clear that the Verhulsts are winning in the arena of canine capers. Let’s raise a glass—perhaps filled with a nice strong coffee—and toast to dwellings brimming with love, laughter, and the occasional argument over who really runs the show around here… Spoiler alert: it’s the dogs!
For Gert Verhulst, sleepless nights have unfortunately become an everyday reality, all thanks to their mischievous canine companion, Leo. Despite Gert and his son Viktor Verhulst, a devoted Antwerp fan, establishing clear household rules for their beloved dogs, it appears that both their partners and the dogs themselves take great delight in disregarding these guidelines.
In the podcast Gert & Vik, Gert candidly shares his newfound struggle with insomnia caused by Leo’s antics: “We even have to sleep with the light on, because if we don’t, Leo is unable to locate his drinking bowl during the night,” he admits with a heavy sigh.
Dogs and house rules are ignored
The rules also appear to be interpreted flexibly at Viktor’s home. His dog Joey initially had a strict rule that he was not allowed to sleep in the bed, but Viktor’s partner Sarah secretly put her own twist on it. “Once I was away and Sarah was sleeping alone at home. Turns out Joey was just allowed to lie in bed then. I secretly find it fun,” Viktor laughs. Gert responds sharply: “That is detrimental to your intimate life,” to which Viktor laughingly indicates that this is no problem at all.
One dog is not enough
As if one nightly troublemaker isn’t enough, Gert announces a new surprise. “Ellen has already ordered a second dog, while Leo is not even dead yet,” he says with a hint of resignation. According to Ellen, the new dog should not weigh more than eight kilos, ensuring it can accompany them everywhere – even onboard flights. “We’re becoming those people who take their dogs everywhere. That’s terrible,” Gert chuckles, who appears to embrace this new chapter in their lives with humor.
>We close with the amusing reminder that even in the midst of chaos, love prevails in these dog days. From the nightly challenges to the loving absurdity of having multiple pets, the Verhulst household is a testament to the joy—and humor—that our four-legged friends bring into our lives. So, whether it’s a sleepless night or a covert bed invasion, here’s to the delightful madness that comes with sharing our homes and hearts with our furry companions!
