"Newfoundland's Unique Napping Spot Is Enough to Make Anyone Laugh Out Loud"

(Gabrielle LaFrank - PetHelpful - March 3, 2024)

"If you're a fan of dogs like I am (you're reading this--of course you are), then you know that there are endless things to appreciate about our four-legged friends. They show us unconditional love and keep us entertained, and their personalities are one in a million. You'll never meet two dogs who are exactly the same, even if they come from the same litter. From odd-sounding barks to weird ways of showing love, there are so many things to appreciate about your dog's individuality. Just ask Cocoa the Newfoundland's owner! This aloof Newf helps herself to any napping spot that tickles her fancy, and her loving owner has simply accepted it. Even so, Cocoa's viewers are still getting over the unique nap spot that her owner shared in a February 25 TikTok video. LOL! I thought this massive dog was snoozing on the kitchen floor at first, but it was actually the kitchen counter. For a tall girl like her, she probably barely has to jump to get up there, but for her viewers who are used to having smaller dogs around--it's quite a shock! Commenters love that this dog owner has just accepted where Coco prefers to sleep, but others have questions. Does she not have a dog bed? Of course, she does! Both Cocoa and her brother (also a Newfoundland dog) have extra large dog beds just for them, but this stubborn pup prefers the counter instead. This is far from the first time she's counter-surfed, though her canine brother hasn't seemed to pick up on the habit. 'I think she likes it there because the counter is cold. Imagine popping a granite slab on the floor,' suggested @chelseaberrytoronto. 'She’d never move!' I think you're onto something! Dogs with double-layered fur coats, including Newfoundlands, can get warm rather easily, so it makes sense for her to seek out a cold surface. But it turns out she likes the elevation, too! Her owner explained that they've tried everything, but she always goes back to the counter. Why Some Dogs Like the Cold: As I introduced, there are some dog breeds that are built to withstand the cold. These breeds have two layers of fur in their coat, and their fur is also water-repellent. This comes in handy when you get stuck in the rain on your afternoon walk, but it can become an annoyance when a dog like Cocoa is indoors. She could be a bit too warm! If this is the case, the cool countertop likely feels soothing with all that fur. But as her owner explained, not even her very own granite slab on the floor would do the trick. This gal needs the counter and nothing less!"