Dogs have a way of keeping life entertaining, whether they mean to or not. From dramatic zoomies to side-eyes worthy of an Oscar, they react to the world in ways that are unintentionally hilarious. In a recent Instagram video, one owner decided to test just how sharp — and dramatic — his dogs really are, with nothing more than a trash bag and a well-timed prank.
Doberman’s reactions to owner’s new trash bag trick captured in viral video
Shared by the owner on the Instagram account @suavexavier_, the reel begins with the man hiding himself under a trash bag in his living room. He positions himself among a collection of trash bags, blending in with the clutter near the kitchen. As the scene unfolds, his three Dobermans — Bear, Junior, and Knox — enter the room, and each dog’s reaction to the mystery trash bag is both unique and amusing.
The first to react is Knox, the playful Doberman. He’s seen holding a bone toy in his mouth and seems unfazed at first, but when he spots the trash bag shifting, he becomes startled. After a brief pause, he takes a moment to assess the situation and cautiously approaches the bag to figure out what’s going on. Next, Junior, who initially appears frightened, quickly recovers from his shock and, in true dog fashion, grabs a bone and walks away, seemingly deciding that whatever’s under the trash bag is not his problem.
The most entertaining reaction comes from Bear, who immediately switches into guard dog mode. Upon seeing the moving bag, Bear begins shaking it vigorously, determined to uncover the intruder hiding inside. His protective instincts kick in, and it’s clear that Bear sees the situation as a potential threat, leading him to engage in full-on “guard dog” behavior.
In the comments, viewers couldn’t get enough of the dogs’ reactions, with one person joking, “Junior said ‘hold on, let me go get my uncle Bear.’” Another commenter wrote, “Bear is the only one that screams intruder alert! He’s truly your guard dog.” Many people praised the dogs’ personalities, with one noting, “His dogs have such distinct personalities.”
