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Golden Retrievers<\/strong> are well known for their love of water and mud, and for Bauer<\/strong>, a teenage pup, his love for wet dirt is hard to deny.<\/p>\n This glorious mischief maker didn’t just play; he went all in. By the time he was done digging in a muddy puddle, he was so completely covered that he looked more like a Black Lab than a Golden. And while that alone would’ve been enough to make anyone laugh, what he did after his dad tried cleaning him up is what really makes this moment unforgettable.<\/p>\n Check out his messy moment in this Instagram from @imbluethesiberian<\/a>, shared April 17:<\/p>\n So much for the bath Bauer had the day before. The good boy was completely coated in mud, with barely a hint of golden fur left showing through. Instead of cooperating with the cleanup, Bauer had other plans. Bowl in mouth, he took off running laps around the pool like it was part of the game.<\/p>\n Related: Golden Retriever Puppy and Husky Siblings Overflow With Joy With Dad\u2019s Daycare Pickup<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n He tried to “clean” himself by rubbing against the grass and shrubs, which, unsurprisingly, didn’t do much. Eventually, Dad stepped in with the hose, and the amount of mud coming off him was honestly impressive. For a second, it looked like the situation might finally be under control.<\/p>\n And then, of course, Bauer made his final move.<\/p>\n The second he had the chance, he jumped straight into the pool. Thankfully, most of the mud was already off by then, but it’s safe to say the pool guy might be making another visit soon.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udc36<\/a>SIGN UP to get \u201cpawsitivity\u201d delivered right to your inbox with inspiring & entertaining stories about our furry & feathered friends<\/a>\ud83d\udc3e\ud83d\udc3e<\/a><\/p>\n Naturally, viewers had a lot to say about Bauer’s transformation.<\/p>\n @e_chulita_ joked, “First dog in history to successfully change breeds. You have a chocolate lab, sir.” That’s accurate.<\/p>\n @stylish_paws added, “Bauer, you are a whole vibe, and we love you.”<\/p>\n And @callme_bosslady summed it up perfectly: “The pool guy needs to be a live-in.”<\/p>\n To watch more of Bauer and his fur siblings, you can check out their morning routine, where keeping him out of the pool is an all-day priority:<\/p>\n Moments like this are typical of the breed. According to the American Kennel Club<\/em>, Golden Retrievers<\/a> are famously playful, energetic, and drawn to water. These traits make them incredible family dogs, but also very enthusiastic participants in any muddy situation they can find.<\/p>\n Life with a Golden Retriever Puppy<\/a> is rarely calm<\/a>, but that’s part of the charm. Between the mess, the chaos, and the nonstop energy, pups like Bauer have a way of turning even the dirtiest moments into something you can’t help but laugh at later.<\/p>\n This story was originally published by Parade Pets<\/a> on Apr 28, 2026, where it first appeared in the Pet News<\/a> section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\nGolden Retriever Puppy Behavior Often Includes Water, Mud, and Nonstop Play<\/h2>\n