The Hilarious Moment a German Shepherd Faked Being Sleepy to Avoid Bath Time
A hilarious video of a German Shepherd cleverly feigning sleep to dodge bath time has taken the internet by storm, leaving viewers amused and impressed by the dog’s intelligence.
The 17-minute video shows the German shepherd dog lying down with eyes open as the assumed owner patted the body. The moment the owner mentioned that it has to bath, the dog dramatically bent its previously lifted head and closed its eyes, pretending to be asleep. Undeterred, the owner calls out, “No you are faking! You are faking sleeping! No, you are not sleeping” However, the dog’s Oscar-worthy performance continues.
In a surprising twist, the owner asks if the dog wants to go for a walk, and the dog instantly springs to attention. It lifted its previously bent head and opened the closed eyes, revealing the deception. The owner’s laughter, captured on camera, perfectly complements the dog’s comedic timing.
Since its posting on Instagram on July 9, the video has amassed over 9.2 million views and over 600 likes with many comments.
Social media users have been captivated by the dog’s cleverness, with many praising its intelligence. Some even suggested that the furry friend deserves an Oscar award for the smart acting.
“They are extremely intelligent with a bit of bratty and a whole lot of cuteness. My half wolf half German shepherd shaunty shocked me with her intelligence. And even more with her intuition. Always knew who was good and who was bad. Dogs are really the best friends ever,” one user wrote.
“And he went down in slow motion, he deserves an Oscar. Great actor,” another added. “This made my day. I’m so in love with this furry friend,” one user acknowledged.
German Shepherds known for their loyalty and athletic skill are one of the most intelligent dog breeds. They have outstanding learning and problem-solving ability.
This intellect is reflected in the many roles they perform in society. From excelling with sports like Schutzhund and different disc games to guiding the blind and providing emotional support to treatment patients.
German shepherds also play an important role in search and rescue operations, as they help find missing individuals. They have a strong sense of smell which is strong enough to detect bombs.
With proper training, German Shepherds can learn complex commands, even mastering impressive feats like protecting a toddler, unlocking doors, or fetching specific items.
It is obvious that the German shepherd in the video provided above has mastered the words “bath” and “walk.” The big question then is why does the furry comic friend like to go for a walk but not bathe?
There are several reasons why dogs might dislike baths, this may include recalling one traumatizing incident with bathing. When a dog has experienced a bad incident during one of its baths such as water getting to the nose, bathing shampoo getting into its eyes, being choked, slipping off or falling, or even experiencing hot water burn, such experience may leave it terrified of water, consequently making the dog dislike bathe.
Another factor that can make a dog dislike bathing is unfamiliarity. A dog that is newly introduced to water or not bathed often may be frightened by the unfamiliar experience of being put in a bathtub.
A dog can dislike bathing if it perceives bathing as stressful. many dog owners make bathing a stressful experience for dogs when they shout at them or handle them roughly during bath. It is not advisable to bathe a dog when you are frustrated or generally having a bad time as you may intentionally or unintentionally transfer the frustration onto them making them perceive bathing as stressful. Dogs should be treated gently while bathing them.
Dogs that love swimming or splashing thrive in large bodies of water where they have ample space to move freely. Conversely, they may dislike being confined to small amounts of water that restrict their movement.
There are many other reasons why dogs do not like bathing. You must observe your dog closely to discover why he or she dislikes bathing.
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