ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester native Jonathan Graziano said checking with his dog, Noodle, to see whether it was a “bones” or “no bones” day was something he has always done since adopting the pug when he was 7.

"Just as a way to test if he's ready to wake up in the morning which nine times out of 10 he is not,” said Graziano.

Now Noodle is 13, and Graziano, for the first time this summer, posted a video of him and Noodle seeing whether the pug sits up, meaning it's a “bones day.”

"Buy the thing that you've always wanted but you've been telling yourself no to," said Graziano. "Maybe do the project you've been putting off.”

If Noodle flops back down, it's a “no bones day.”

"You don't need to get out of bed today...Jeggings count. It’s very much a be kind to yourself day. Self-care,” said Graziano.

TikTok loved it and the duo blew up, gaining more than 4 million followers. 

However, on Friday, Graziano was able to share the joy of Noodle's predictions in a more intimate setting — a classroom full of students at the Norman Howard School in Rochester. It serves students who have special learning needs, such as those with autism. Seeing the famous pug in person made their day.

"With everything going on in the world, it's a privilege. said Graziano. "It's a very special opportunity that we have and he's brought me so much joy. I'm just glad to be able to shepherd that and share him with others as well."

With all the attention Noodle gets, Graziano had this message to share with the students he met and those following him on social media.

"Look at your rescues, local rescues, Lollypop Farm, next time you want to bring an animal into your life,” said Graziano. “He's the best thing that's ever happened to me and there's so many other dogs out there."