Excited Labrador Literally Jumps For Joy When Asked If He Wants To Go Outside
One of the best things about dogs is that they wear their hearts on their sleeves — well, if they had sleeves. Whether it's a wagging tail, a wiggly butt, panting, or a lolling tongue, their joy couldn't be more obvious. Dogs' body language is the easiest form of canine communication, but some pups kick the happy-meter up a notch by getting air under their paws, like an utterly adorable Labrador named Jonesy. His owner captured his reaction after she asked if he wanted to go outside, and he doesn't just wag, wiggle, pant, and loll; he jumps for joy as high as he can four times!
@jonesythelab Look at dat smile 😄 #outside #labrador #exciteddog #happydog
She posted Jonesy's airborne enthusiasm on TikTok on September 1, 2025, and unsurprisingly, the video has racked up more than 90,000 likes and 18,000 shares. Several fans screenshotted Jonesy mid-jump, to which his human replied, "Setting this as our wallpaper brb." Others affectionately called him a "kangaroo" and commented on the height of his jumps. "I'm not sure... not 100% positive but I think bud wants to go outside. Maybe," one viewer wrote, while another commented, "Is that the actual Air Bud?"
Needless to say, Jonesy definitely does want to go outside. It might be to play, relieve himself, sunbathe, or all of the above. Whatever the reason, he's pretty darn excited for that door to open, and we're excited for him. But back to those hops: Just how high can a Labrador jump? Probably higher than you think.
How high Labs can jump + training tips
Healthy adult Labrador retrievers are able to jump 3 to 6 feet high, and if you've never seen your Lab jump but you want it to learn, you might be able to train it. Many dogs learn to jump for fun or as part of agility sports like flyball, dock diving, or frisbee competitions. Jumping can even play a role in canine rehab and physical therapy.
To train your Lab (or any other breed) to jump — or jump higher — Little Paws Training recommends starting small. Set up a low obstacle and position your dog on a leash roughly 5 feet away. Then, advance on your obstacle and leap over it, encouraging your pup to follow and do the same. Keep the sessions upbeat and repeat the drill, gradually raising the height of the obstacle. Use a simple, consistent cue like "Jump!" or "Let's go!" to reinforce the behavior, and each time your dog clears the jump, shower it with affection. Mix some patience and repetition with some positive reinforcement, and your dog could be just like Jonesy, jumping for sheer joy or just on command. Add a running start, and you might see even more lift-off. Happy training, and happy jumping!
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