Anyone with a dog knows their favorite place to relax is rarely where you expect. Forget the expensive dog bed you ordered online; they want the tile floor, the laundry pile, or better yet, the exact center of the hallway where everyone has to step over them. One Golden Retriever puppy recently posed so convincingly as a home accessory that his owner had to ask, “Golden retriever puppy or bath mat???”
Golden Retriever puppy turns into ‘bath mat’ in cute video
Zebby, a young Golden Retriever from Los Angeles, has become a familiar face on Instagram, with over 117K followers keeping up with his everyday antics. Known for his fluffy coat and calm temperament, Zebby’s latest moment of fame came thanks to a now-viral video shared on his account, @zebbythegolden.
The clip shows the young pup lying on the bathroom floor in a way that looks suspiciously like a very fluffy bath mat. His paws are tucked in, his head rests flat against the ground, and his golden fur blends seamlessly with the bathroom tiles. For a moment, it’s easy to see why someone might mistake him for a cozy piece of home decor.
What’s more, Zebby’s owner leaned into the joke, captioning the post, “Golden retriever puppy or bath mat???” It didn’t take long for the video to make waves. Fans couldn’t resist jumping in with jokes of their own. One person quipped, “Best bath mat on the market.” Another asked if they could get the “mat” on Amazon. Others flooded the comments with heart emojis and quips like “The fluffiest bath mat,” clearly enjoying the pup’s oddly perfect pose.
As for why Zebby — and many other dogs — love lying on the bathroom floor, it comes down to a few practical reasons. Bathroom tiles are often cooler than other parts of the house, offering a comfortable place for dogs to stretch out and regulate their body temperature. It’s also usually a quiet, enclosed space where they can feel safe and undisturbed. For puppies, especially, lying flat is a natural resting position that helps them relax fully.
