The word ‘dramatic’ might come to mind when witnessing how Cosmo the dog reacts after a bath.
Instagram footage shared on a page dedicated to the Borzoi, @cosmoborzoi, shows Cosmo anxiously waiting for his owner to notice him in the corridor. Once he catches their attention, the wet dog begins stomping his paws, clearly expressing his anger. The scene then cuts to a much calmer Cosmo, resting his head on his owner as he grudgingly accepts the betrayal of bath time.
The tantrum is described as an “award-winning performance” in the caption. So far, the video of the San Francisco-based dog has garnered 3.5 million views and more than 290,000 likes since it was posted on July 31. While the on-screen text describes Cosmo’s mood as “fuming,” social media users have found the humor in it.
More than 1,300 users have commented on the post to say what they believe Cosmo is thinking.
“Look at my fur….LOOK AT IT,” said one person and another wrote, “She’s watching! Commence tantrum!”
A third user said: “In case anyone was wondering what is wrong with me. I am VERY UPSET!!!”
“He really was standing up there with the biggest attitude,” said a fourth commenter.
A stock image of a dog standing in a bathtub covered in a towel. A dog that looks similar has left the internet in stitches.
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It is unclear how the owners give their dog a scrub but Newsweek previously spoke to a veterinarian who said canines should be washed no more than once a month.
Dr. Preston Turano, who is also spokesperson at AKC Pet Insurance, said most pets should have a bath every couple of months—but of course, this depends on their lifestyle and the breed.
He said: “Working breeds and active dogs may need more frequent baths depending on the activity and weather.”
The main purpose of washing your dog is to reduce unpleasant odors and remove dirt from their goat, however, too much of a good thing can be bad.
Turano said: “Washing weekly runs the risk of causing dry skin. It also may damage the coat based on the breed. Talk to your veterinarian if you plan to wash your dog this frequently. There are leave-in conditioners and other options for keeping the skin hydrated that you can also discuss with your vet.”
However, this doesn’t mean that owners should let dirt build up for two months at a time. Instead, they should wash their pet’s paws after every walk. This will reduce the risk of bringing bacteria and parasites into your home—especially important if your furry friend enjoys the comfier things in life, like your couch and bed.
Newsweek reached out to @cosmoborzoi for comment via email. We could not verify the details of the case.
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