We all know dogs love a little treat now and then, and ice cubes have long been a favorite for pets who like a cool snack on a hot day. But what happens when a canine decides he’s tired of waiting for someone to serve him and takes matters into his own paws? One Bernese Mountain Dog recently demonstrated in a video just how resourceful pups can be when he managed to operate the family fridge all on his own.
Bernese Mountain Dog gets his own ice from the fridge in this video
Posted just two days ago, the video shows a Bernese Mountain Dog named Franklin standing on his hind legs to reach the ice dispenser on the fridge door. His owner walked into the kitchen and couldn’t believe what she was seeing. So, she quickly grabbed her phone to capture the scene and share it with her followers. The text overlay on the video reads, “POV: you have a Bernese mountain dog puppy,” summarizing the unexpectedly clever behavior.
As Franklin paws at the dispenser, he manages to release ice cubes, though a few tumble onto the kitchen floor. He repeatedly taps and nudges the dispenser with his paws, inspecting it with curiosity and determination. The footage shows him so focused on his task that it’s easy to forget he’s just a puppy learning about the world around him. It’s both entertaining and impressive to see a dog take such initiative for a simple reward.
Users quickly reacted to the clip, sharing their own stories and amusement. One person recalled, “Omg lol my smol girl used to do that when we had a similar fridge, but with water.” Another commented, “He’s playing a slot machine and winning.” Some simply joked, “lol he just wants some ice cream,” imagining Franklin as a tiny self-serve foodie.
Beyond the laughs, one viewer reminded people about the energetic nature of Bernese Mountain Dog puppies. “BMD puppies need a lot of exercise and attention for at least the first two years of their lives,” one viewer noted. “They get into and will chew on everything.” It’s safe to say, Franklin’s antics are part of a larger pattern of playful and curious behavior typical of the breed.
