These Golden Retrievers Are So Excited About Their Water Adventure, They Literally Start Bouncing
Could Golden Retrievers love water more?
According to this new viral dog video, the answer would have to be no, as these two Golden Retrievers are having such a great time on their water adventure in a river that they are literally bouncing by the end.
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As you can see, they love that the current pulls them under the little bridge like a ride, and then they're already ready to go again as they bounce back.
Their energy is infectious!
The comment section was very strong with this adorable video.
One person said, "The funniest part is they turn around and go butt first! LOL."
Another commented, "OMG! Wanna do it again!? Happy jumps. LMAO."
Another said, "I'm gonna show my dogs this, and they are gonna be so jealous."
And finally: "The whole thing was serotonin gold for me. I owe you for the therapy."
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Why Golden Retrievers Love Water
Obviously, these two Golden Retrievers love water, but why do they, and their entire breed, love water so much?
The answer is Goldens were bred to swim.
They were bred in 19th-century Scotland by Lord Tweedmouth to retrieve (it's literally in their name) from lakes and rivers where humans shot animals to fall into, such as ducks or geese, so they had to be good swimmers.
They are strong, excellent paddlers, as they had to be to be able to get the fowl that was floating in the middle of a lake or deep in a river.
The selective breeding traits that make them such strong swimmers include webbed feet and a water-resistant double coat that provides insulation and helps them stay warm in cold water.
They also have muscular chests, shoulders, and hindquarters, which make them extremely strong and capable swimmers.
According to PetMD, they are one of the top 10 swimming dog breeds.
Plus, they just enjoy being in the water, as these two Goldens can barely contain themselves!
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This story was originally published May 28, 2026 at 8:20 PM.