Video Captures Dog’s Extreme Love for Theragun Massage - DogTime

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For many dogs, a good belly rub or scratch behind the ears is enough to send them into tail-wagging bliss. Yet some pups, much like their humans, clearly have a taste for more refined forms of relaxation. Turns out, dogs can be just as obsessed with massage tools as we are, and one Golden Retriever has become the internet’s latest poster pup for self-care in an Instagram video.

Instagram video shows Golden Retriever keen on getting a massage​

A video shared by Instagram user @goodboy__bodie shows just how far one Golden Retriever will go for a little bit of TLC. The clip starts out quietly, with the dog preoccupied elsewhere in the house. However, the moment the familiar buzz of the Theragun kicks in, Bodie appears almost instantly, trotting over with laser focus. Without hesitation, he leans his whole body into the massage tool like it’s something he’s been waiting for all day.




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According to his owner, this is not a one-time thing. Every time the Theragun gets turned on, Bodie practically throws his weight into it, clearly signaling that he expects his turn. It’s not just a curious sniff; he positions himself perfectly, as if to say, “Hit the usual spots, please.”

The video’s comments section was full of people sharing similar stories, or just enjoying the hilarity. “Soon they’ll have a pet model available all thanks to Bodie,” one user joked. Another said, “My two Goldens LOVE it!! When I get it out for me, they run over and give me their booties to ‘massage’!!” One viewer summed it up perfectly: “Dog acts like he just worked 12 hours in the coal mine.”

As funny as it is, many dogs do enjoy massages, whether it’s from a human hand or a device like a Theragun. Gentle pressure can help relax muscles, reduce anxiety, and even improve circulation in dogs. Of course, it’s always good to make sure the tool is in a safe setting and that the dog is clearly enjoying the sensation, not just tolerating it.

Bodie’s moment of canine indulgence has officially gone viral, and judging by the response, he’s not the only pup out there who thinks a little massage therapy is well deserved.