Sweet Golden Retriever Uses Human As the Best Pool Noodle
Pets bring so much joy to our lives, and it's such a special journey to see how our bonds change throughout the years. Getting to spend special days with our pets and form memories is truly the whole point of this life journey we go on with them.
Paige Ry, or @paigery12 on TikTok, shared a video of her day on the water with her beautiful Golden Retriever. While lounging in the water, Paige's Golden uses her legs and feet like a makeshift pool noodle, and the results are dreamy and so relaxing.
The video went massively viral on TikTok, generating over 27 million views, 6.8 million likes, and over 5400 comments. The video has immaculate vibes and may inspire feelings of FOMO.
@paigery12 My life is golden
daylight - overlays ⸆⸉
Paige captioned her video "my life is golden," and the thousands of commenters on social media fully agreed with her sentiment.
"This right here tells me everything I need to know about you as a person"
"We all know the best leg workout is holding up a golden retriever lol so cute"
"a pup who is going to be okay "
Water Safety for Dogs
Keeping your dog safe around the water is of the utmost importance. This comes from making sure your dog is comfortable in and around bodies of water and always making sure you prioritize supervising them.
Some Tips For Water Safety for Your Dog:
- Always make sure there's plenty of fresh water around when your dog is swimming so they aren't drinking their swimming water
- Watch for hazardous materials or algae that can be harmful to your dog
- Keep out of strong currents and tides
- Equip your dog with a well-fitting lifejacket for additional safety
- Always make sure your dog knows how to get out of the water, whether it's a pool or otherwise
- Watch for signs of exhaustion and dehydration, which can be very dangerous
With a little bit of time, training, and thought, you can make the dreamiest day at the water for your dog, too. And best part is you can be a pool noodle for them!
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This story was originally published July 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM.