Rescue pups are a special lot, and because they’ve seen so much suffering in the past, it becomes even more heartwarming to see them learn to enjoy the little things in life. Rudy, the star of this Instagram video, is one such rescue who does just that in the most entertaining way possible. He’s got the charm and the confidence to go strawberry picking wearing a straw hat. Dogs like Rudy often wear their emotions on their sleeve (or in his case, wagging tail), and that’s exactly what makes this clip such a delight to watch.
Rescue dog has a unique way of picking strawberries in video
This reel has instantly become a viral hit. The video opens with Rudy sitting in a strawberry patch, proudly sporting a straw hat while a basket of fresh berries rests nearby. On-screen text invites us to “Come pick strawberries with Rudy,” and honestly, who could resist?
From there, Rudy’s excitement takes over. He waits impatiently for his human, with the caption teasing, “Let’s go lady.” Without missing a beat, he charges into the patch, as if every berry has his name on it. And because no outing would be complete without a little mischief, Rudy immediately marks his territory, with the cheeky in-video text reading: “First, tinkle on them to claim them.”
Of course, the highlight is Rudy’s taste-testing skills. After his human reassures viewers with a laugh — “They’re washed” — Rudy happily samples berry after berry, looking more pleased with each bite. By the end, he’s beaming beside a full basket of strawberries, clearly proud of his day’s work.
With over 24K likes, it’s clear people were completely charmed by Rudy’s unique personality. The comments are full of love for him. One user wrote, “I’m here for Rudy’s advice on strawberry picking. I would trust this strawberry manager.” Another person loved his hat. They wrote, “Animals in tiny hats is always a win.”
One thing is certain: Rudy may not follow traditional strawberry-picking rules, but he’s got the heart — and the hat — for the job.
