Senior Dachshund's Post-Bath Hops Are Almost Too Cute To Handle
Ah, to be young again. We all think that sometimes — and if we're lucky, some of us get to feel like a kid again every once in a while. For this senior dachshund named Daisy, that's every Sunday night, when she experiences an extra spring in her step after getting out of a bath that's so good it makes her jump for joy. The TikTok video is almost too cute to handle!
@daisytheoldlady The bath time zoomies have struck again! #seniorzoomies #dogsoftiktok #daisytheoldlady #seniordog #hops
"The bath time zoomies have struck again!" the caption says, noting "another Sunday, another bath" as the video shows the 18-year-old so-called "old lady" happily hopping down the hallway. "I've not seen a Doxie hop like that! So much after bath energy! lol," one person commented about the high leaps the short-legged doggy is able to make. Another viewer pointed out that "old age zoomies hit different 🥺😉😊," and we couldn't agree more. Fly high, sweet Daisy! You and all other senior dogs living their best lives deserve it.
When to bathe your dog
How often a dog should get bathed really depends on the dog, as some need more bathing and grooming than others, for various reasons. Factors include age, breed, and coat, not to mention activity level and environment. As a general rule, dogs should be bathed approximately once a month, with some needing baths more often, like oily-coated basset hounds, while others may only need a bath once or twice a year, like double-coated huskies. Senior dogs, dogs with skin allergies, and highly active dogs who may, say, roll around in mud could all need weekly baths, if necessary.
Sure signs your dog needs a bath include his or her fur smelling stinky, feeling oily, or having obvious signs of dirt or debris. If your pooch doesn't usually experience any of these things, regular brushing can help reduce the need for bathing by removing foreign particles and distributing the coat's natural oils more evenly. When you do bathe your furry friend, make sure you use shampoo made just for them to avoid irritation. Then, when all is said and done, hopefully your pooch feels just as light and free as dear Daisy!