While most of us are just trying to find time for a pool day or a beach trip, a dog named Oatmeal is giving us all a lesson in how to truly live it up. With an enviable roster of summer activities, from pool parties with the girls to dramatically running along the beach like he’s in a “Baywatch” reboot, Oatmeal knows how to make the most of every sunny moment. With his unwavering devotion to fun, this pup might just be the summer inspiration we never knew we needed.
Dog does summer right with pool parties and pretending to be in ‘Baywatch’ in video
The reel begins with Oatmeal’s owner, Adria, narrating, “10 water-related activities that Oatmeal loves.” The water-loving Golden Retriever starts off strong with his river dives, where he diligently searches for the “perfect rock” to add to his growing collection at home. He is also a staple at pool parties, especially when Adria and her friends get together. According to her, he always brings “good gossip,” making him an honorary member of the friend group. When it comes to beach days, Oatmeal takes things to the next level by pretending he’s in “Baywatch,” sprinting through the waves with slow-motion-worthy energy.
Oatmeal has also got a knack for removing seaweed from the ocean, which Adria jokes might be his way of doing his part for beach cleanup efforts. Less noble but equally hilarious is his habit of pooping in the sand, a routine Adria mentions with resigned amusement.
Their adventures don’t stop at the beach. When visiting Lake Tahoe, Oatmeal happily dives for sticks. He may not always be successful on the first attempt, but his persistence is as charming as it is determined. After a long day outdoors, Oatmeal crashes in the car for a much-needed nap, only to wake up and jump right back into the pool at home. And if Adria doesn’t join him, he gives her a glare that leaves no room for negotiation.
Oatmeal’s idea of personal space is equally golden. Even in his pool floatie, Oatmeal refuses to maintain his own space, often climbing into Adria’s lap to float together. As she puts it: “If he could climb inside my skin just to get closer to me, he would do it.” Now that is a summer buddy.
