Many dogs go crazy at the sight of a leash, but one golden retriever has elevated zoomies to a new level.
Captain, who is five years old, has become well-known on TikTok after his owner posted a video of him literally jumping with delight while she holds his blue lead. The caption for the video says, “When the zoomies hit but vertically,” as Captain, unable to control his excitement, repeatedly leaps into the air.
On-screen text explains why he is so enthusiastic. It reads, POV point of view: Mom says she’s going to get a coffee which means I get a pupcup. At the time of writing, the video had received more than 3,700 views.
The golden retriever Captain leaps into the air while standing next to his leash-wielding owner. | TikTok/@thegoldencaptain
Typically, a pup cup is a tiny cup filled with whipped cream that enables dog owners to take their pets along for a coffee break. Although the treat has gained popularity, experts caution that not all dogs should consume it.
Dogs can occasionally consume small amounts of milk, according to the American Kennel Club AKC. Since many puppies are lactose intolerant, even tiny amounts can upset their stomachs and result in gas diarrhea or vomiting.
Additionally, milk contains a lot of sugar and fat, which can lead to pancreatitis or obesity. If symptoms appear, the AKC advises dog owners to choose different treats and see a veterinarian before introducing new foods to their dog’s diet.
Captain doesn’t seem to be bothered by that. Pup cups are his favorite time of the day according to his owner’s comment.
The AKC cites studies that demonstrate how a recently discovered set of brain cells allows animals to learn how long they must wait. According to the study, which was published in Nature Neuroscience, these cells work similarly to an internal timer by activating when an animal pauses.
In order to get a reward, the mice in the study were trained to pause for six seconds at a specific location the mice waited the same length of time even after the visual cue was eliminated. Brain scans revealed that while one set of cells activated to monitor the wait, another set turned off when the mouse stopped.
According to experts, the results shed light on common behaviors that dog owners are already familiar with. Although researchers emphasize that this sense of timing isn’t innate, puppies frequently appear to know when it’s time for walks, meals, or bedtime. Rather, it is acquired through repetition and routine.
This knowledge could help to explain why Captain understands exactly what a coffee run entails and why the prospect of a pup cup is enough to make him leap into the air.
