Camping might be a dream getaway for some, but it’s certainly not everyone’s idea of fun—and apparently, that includes some dogs. One owner recently shared a hilarious video revealing her pet’s dismay at an outdoor adventure.
Allison Gerbers, 25, (@allisongerbers) posted a TikTok clip showing her partner setting up a tent in a woodland area. As the camera pans to the car, viewers see her dog Pablo comfortably seated inside, clearly unimpressed by the campsite.
A caption over the video reads: “Our dog immediately seeing himself to the car when he realizes we’re sleeping on the ground.”
Since being posted on May 26, the clip has racked up over 1.2 million views and more than 230,000 likes, resonating with dog owners everywhere.
According to The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report, presented by the All-New Toyota Tacoma, more than half (53.7 percent) of campers brought their dogs along in 2023.
However, as the video shows, not all dogs are fans of sleeping under the stars—like Pablo, who’s described in the caption as an “indoor dog.”
Newsweek reached out to @allisongerbers for comment via email. We could not verify the details of the case.
Why Most Dogs Usually Love the Outdoors
A stock image of a Staffordshire terrier wrapped in a blanked in a tent.
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While Pablo’s reaction is priceless, it’s actually uncommon for dogs to dislike camping. Being in nature offers them plenty of exercise and a world of exciting new smells to explore.
U.K.-based animal welfare organization Dogs Trust highlights the benefits of sniffing for dogs:
- Mental stimulation: Sniffing exercises the brain and can be as tiring as physical activity.
- Mood-boosting: It releases dopamine, the “feel-good” chemical, helping dogs relax.
- Natural behavior: Sniffing allows dogs to fulfill instinctual needs and stay mentally enriched.
- Information gathering: Much like humans scroll social media, dogs use their nose to understand their surroundings.
- Comparable to exercise: A 20-minute sniffing session can be as beneficial as a one-hour walk.
While not every pup may be a wilderness explorer, most benefit greatly from time outside. Whether it’s a full-on camping trip or just a slow, sniff-filled walk, allowing dogs to explore their environment at their own pace is one of the best ways to keep them happy and healthy.
Other Dogs Feel the Same
The comment section quickly filled with relatable stories from fellow dog owners.
“Mine is the same. The morning after camping, he refused to walk on the ground—he wouldn’t leave his chair or blanket,” shared one user.
Another wrote: “We took my dog camping over the weekend for three days. When we got home, he RAN to the front door. I’ve never seen him do that!”
“We just got a pop-up trailer, and when I tell you I heard my husky sigh with relief when she saw the mattress,” said a third commenter.
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