A puppy’s nonchalant reaction to digging up the entire backyard has left internet viewers in hysterics.
The owner, who uses the social-media tag @bear.the.golden.boy from Staffordshire, in the U.K., shared footage of the destroyed garden before panning to the mischievous golden retriever, lying flat on his back asleep. The video has since garnered over 44,500 likes and almost 300,000 views.
“My puppy after digging a giant hole and ruining the garden,” the poster wrote as the text overlaying the clip of the mess. “All in a days work for Bear,” they captioned the post. The video shows grass and dirt dug up and scattered, while Bear rests inside, blissfully unaware of the extent of the upheaval.
The owner added that he was only at it from 10 to 10:05 a.m., highlighting his destructive digging capabilities.
U.K. shelter Battersea Dogs & Cats Home says that digging is a normal behavior for dogs, but it can quickly become a nuisance in the garden. They recommend ensuring your pup gets plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to curb the habit. Providing toys, setting aside a specific digging area, and rewarding good behavior can also help redirect their energy.
Golden retrievers, in particular, are known for their playful and inquisitive nature, which can make them prone to digging. Wag! experts say that retrievers may dig out of boredom, to seek comfort, or even as a way of exploring scents and sounds underground. For some, the behavior is simply an instinctive outlet for their high energy.
TikTok users were quick to flood the comments with laughter and solidarity over Bear’s antics.
“I think that hole dug itself and the puppy is innocent,” posted one user.
“Why are they like this hahaha?” asked Marie.
“I have one who has been quietly digging a grave. It’s in a shady corner behind stuff and I hadn’t noticed until the debris was flicked far enough to be seen. Enormous,” commented Daf.
“How respectful of him to not bring any mud in house though,” added another user.
“Surprisingly clean afterward … Good boy,” added Nic.
“He feels so guilty he fell into a coma,” wrote one viewer.
“That was a hard days work!!” posted another user.
Newsweek reached out to @bear.the.golden.boy for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the case.
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