Indie knows exactly where she belongs when her family settles in for movie night.

So when this adorable rescue Pit Bull woke up from a nap and discovered everyone was already gathered in the family room without her, she apparently had one immediate thought:

Absolutely not.

Instead of simply wandering into the room and joining her family, Indie decided to make a proper entrance.

She gathered her belongings—her favorite stuffed toys and blanket—and dragged everything into the living room.

Dressed in one of her adorable outfits and matching bows, the determined pup looked more than ready to reclaim her spot with the family.

The moment was captured in a video that perfectly showcased Indie’s personality.

The caption imagined the situation from Indie’s perspective: She had woken up from her nap only to discover that everyone was watching something together without bothering to invite her.

And she wasn’t going to let that injustice stand.

Indie dropped her things as if she were making a very clear statement: You started without me?

It’s an especially funny reaction because Indie doesn’t appear interested in causing trouble. She simply wants to be included.

Her solution is wonderfully straightforward.

@prettypittieindie

The audacity 😭😭😭

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Bring the blanket.

Bring the stuffed toys.

Walk into the family room.

Problem solved.

For many dog owners, the scene is instantly recognizable. Dogs often seem to know when their humans are gathering together, whether it’s for dinner, a movie, or simply some quiet time on the couch.

And some pups are absolutely determined to be part of the action.

Indie appears to be one of those dogs.

As a rescue, she has found a family where she can express that big personality and enjoy all the little comforts of home. Her collection of outfits, bows, blankets, and stuffed toys suggests she is thoroughly spoiled—and clearly knows it.

But perhaps that’s exactly what makes the moment so heartwarming.

A dog who once needed a rescue now has a family she doesn’t want to be separated from for even one movie.

She has her own favorite things.

She has a comfortable place to sleep.

And, most importantly, she has people she expects to be beside.

@prettypittieindie

She’s just a baby 🥹❤️ #scarypitbull #littlebaby

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Indie’s dramatic entrance is funny, but there’s something sweet underneath it. She isn’t simply carrying toys into the living room.

She’s carrying the things that make her comfortable into the place where her family is spending time together.

She wants to be where they are.

And she’s not afraid to make that request very clear.

Of course, nobody can know exactly what was going through Indie’s mind. Maybe she really was offended that movie night had started without her. Maybe she simply wanted her favorite blanket and toys nearby.

Either way, her timing was perfect.

One minute, the family was enjoying their movie.

The next, Indie arrived with an entire collection of belongings, ready to settle in and make herself part of the evening.

And honestly, who could tell her no?

For Indie, family movie night apparently isn’t complete unless she is there—with her blanket, her stuffed toys, and plenty of room on the couch.

After all, being part of the family is one privilege this rescue pup clearly intends to take very seriously.