Anyone who thinks two Golden Retriever puppies means double the cuddles, this hilarious Instagram video from user @bauerandmaple is here to prove them wrong. The video gives a glimpse into daily life with two young Goldens named Bauer and Maple, who can turn a basic task like tying your shoes into a pro wrestling match. And you have no say in the matter.
Owner shares that tying shoe laces has gotten challenging with Golden Retriever pups around
The video opens with the owner setting the phone down near the ground, as if he plans to tie his laces and head out — but the two Golden Retriever puppies have a different plan. In the on-screen caption, the owner jokes, “You have 2 golden retriever puppies, now even tying your shoes is like this..” Meanwhile, the video’s caption calls it “Puppy chaos…”
From there, Bauer and Maple take over. They bounce in front of the camera and bump shoulders. This prompted their owner to record them as they tumble across the floor. One pup flips over mid-wrestle while the other pounces back in. The whole thing turns into a playful sparring match. Also, who cares about tying their shoes when something like this is happening?
Commenters were amused and impressed. Some called the video “incredible,” while others pointed out that the puppies were “so cute,” which, honestly, gives them a pass for the chaos. Another viewer called the scene a “sweet play.”
This is puppy play — just turned up to maximum volume because there are two of them literally tackling each other. Wrestling is a part of their routine to practice social skills and test boundaries. They learn bite control and burn off energy in the process.
The video just shows two Golden Retriever puppies turning their owner’s schedule into their own. And if you live with Bauer and Maple, you probably already know the lesson here. Do not attempt to tie your shoes in front of them.
