Two mischievous yellow Labs are making viewers laugh after refusing to get out of the family pool during a rainstorm. Despite repeated calls from their mom—and even someone going into the water to physically retrieve them—Buster and Purdy happily kept frolicking without a care in the world. They also happily continued taunting their mom by getting out of the pool like they intended to come inside, before turning around and jumping right back in.
The rain was coming down in buckets, the trees bending in the wind, and their mom yelling her head off, but nothing could convince the dogs to obey. There’s a moment when Buster is almost to the house, but he dashes back to the pool, and both dogs jump in like kids practicing their cannonballs.
“The way he teases and pretends he’s listening and then NOPE,” observes one viewer.
The level of disregard and audacity is amazing — and absolutely hilarious. We definitely found ourselves rooting for these two cheeky canines.
Fans also had little sympathy for the dogs’ mom. They not only believed that Buster and Purdy were living their best lives, but one viewer went so far as to comment, “This is how every dog in the world should live.”
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Lovable Labs
Despite the occasional lapse in judgment — we’re looking at you, Buster and Purdy — Labrador Retrievers are an extremely lovable and loved breed. These affectionate, energetic dogs are classic family companions, just as happy curled up on the couch as they are outdoors. Despite the name, Labs actually originated in Newfoundland, where they worked alongside fishermen and retrieved waterfowl before being refined into the modern breed in England.
They were truly built for water, as evidenced by the above video. Webbed feet, a thick waterproof coat, and their famous “otter tail” help them swim efficiently, which is why many Labs still excel at retrieving and dock-diving today. That working heritage also explains their versatility — Labs commonly serve as service dogs, search-and-rescue partners, detection dogs, and therapy animals.
Even though they’re known for their easygoing nature, Labs need plenty of exercise and training. Without daily activity and mental stimulation, their energy can turn into chewing, digging, or escape attempts. Fortunately, their intelligence and eagerness to please make them highly trainable.
At heart, a Labrador is a hardworking sporting dog who thrives on companionship, activity, and having a job to do… even if that job is driving their humans crazy!
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This story was originally published by Parade Pets on Feb 21, 2026, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.