Dogs are known for their quirky habits, like spinning in circles before lying down or chasing their tails like it’s a sport. These little oddities are often what makes them so entertaining to watch. And sometimes, those habits are so specific, they become viral-worthy. That is exactly what happened when one dog’s unique “water dance” turned into an internet sensation.
Dog does a unique dance with water bowl in hilarious video
Instagram user @bakerbarnes recently shared a video of their Golden Retriever, Summit Barnes, showing off his “water dance.” The clip shows Summit repeatedly pawing at the ground near a water bowl while pushing it forward in a kind of rhythmic, digging motion. However, iis not just a one-off moment.
According to the caption, Summit performs this little routine every single time he visits the owner’s parents’ house, which happens at least once a week. Something about that specific bowl or the setting brings out this strangely graceful ritual.
It’s not entirely clear what Summit thinks he’s accomplishing, but the result is undeniably funny. He looks focused, almost purposeful, like he’s preparing for some kind of canine curling event, or perhaps just rearranging his hydration station to his liking. Either way, viewers couldn’t get enough of the performance.
Many users chimed in with amused reactions. One comment joked, “I think this came in his software out the box,” suggesting Summit was born with this built-in routine. Another viewer added, “He looks like he is curling!!” while someone else wrote, “I love it! Synchronized water dances at the Dog Olympics.” The mix of Summit’s serious expression and the absurdity of the act hit just the right note with audiences.
With that kind of dedication to his weekly water performance, Summit might just be ready for a gold medal in quirky pet behavior.
