Asocial media video showing a dog’s comically gloomy reaction to being outdoors in the rain has brought plenty of laughter online and provided some relatable comic relief as the April showers bluster on for many.
The video, posted by @kelly_hagg on April 24, captures her dog Richard sitting in a vehicle with the windows down during a rainy day camping excursion in Edmonton, Alberta, in Canada.
The dog’s visibly disappointed and unamused expression has resonated with TikTokers, leading to over 1.6 million views, more than 167,000 likes and countless funny takes in the comments section.
The footage shows Richard looking out from the rain-splattered vehicle with a forlorn gaze that has sparked a flurry of amused reactions from the TikTok community.
Richard’s owners had captioned the post “my dog hates me now,” a sentiment echoed by the adult dog’s sullen demeanor.
His owners could be heard in the background: “Richard are you having the best day? Is camping so much fun? Are you depressed?”
The post has attracted over 6,000 comments from fellow TikTok users that ranged from empathetic to humorous, with one user writing, “he is not amused,” and another noting, “he’s not mad, he’s just disappointed.”
“Richard, blink 3 times if you need help,” joked another user. “I have a dog named Jerry, he wants to know if Richard wants to come over for a beer,” another comment read.
Richard, who has been featured in previous videos by @kelly_hagg, has become a beloved character for many of her followers, known for his expressive face and relatable reactions to everyday scenarios.
Newsweek reached out to @Kelly_Hagg via TikTok for more information about the video and any insights into their thoughts on the dog’s viral fame.
One thing is for sure, that this humorous glimpse into a pet’s less-than-pleased reaction to the rain has become a lighthearted reminder of the joy pets can bring to our lives, even—or especially—on the less-than-perfect days.