A dog’s impatient wait for guests to wake up and play with her has delighted viewers online.
Nala, a golden retriever, made her anticipation for her owner’s guests to wake up and play with her known by loitering around their bedrooms while they slept. The moment was captured by her owner and shared to TikTok on June 22, under @nalathegoldenretrievr.
The short clip, which was shot at the pet’s home in Vancouver, Canada, has amassed over 137,000 views and has sparked laughter among viewers. Golden retrievers are known for their friendly and playful nature, making them one of the most popular dog breeds worldwide.
The footage showed Nala standing outside a bedroom door as she waited intently in her purple harness for her owner’s sleeping guests to wake up. Viewers were able to see her staring directly at the door and even trying to peer through the tiny gap on the floor.
An overlaid text on the video read: “POV: [Point of view] you have guests over and your dog refuses to let them sleep.”
To highlight Nala’s playful mischief, a funny sound played in the background of the clip, which her owner captioned: “She’s ready to play.”
Golden retrievers were initially bred for hunting and retrieving game, but their gentle demeanor and intelligence have since made them beloved family pets. They are particularly known for their love of play, often displaying boundless energy and enthusiasm when engaging with their human companions or other pets. They are not only excellent playmates but also excel in various roles such as service dogs, therapy dogs, and even in search-and-rescue operations due to their trainability.
Nala’s endearing behavior in the viral video has led to a number of amused comments by viewers online. The clip captures a quintessential moment that many dog owners can relate to—an eager pet waiting for the chance to engage in some fun.
“Our golden opens those lever doors without a care,” one user, @cales_mom, said.
Another, @prillakilla, added: “I think I hear them moving.”
“Absolutely my golden as well. She gives us nose boops at dawn lol,” a third user, @brittney.ann4, shared.
Newsweek reached out to @nalathegoldenretrievr for more information via TikTok.
A golden retriever sits and waits in a hallway. An owner has shared what their retriever does when guests come to stay.
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