Sandy is from Houston, and according to multiple fandom sites, the squirrel was supposedly sent down from Houston to Bikini Bottom to study underwater life. (She's not the first Texan to dream of the sea when enduring the dog days of summer.) Sandy has been known to shred SpongeBob, attack back other fish, and tear plants and cactuses apart. Holding Her Breath: Sandy has been seen holding her breath for long periods of time in many episodes, however after a while; she has to find an air supply for herself.Sandy works as a scientist, explorer, and inventor. She is also a rodeo champion with a number of athletic interests, such as "sand-boarding" and karate.