Prepare to laugh out loud—a TikTok video capturing a doodle’s truly one‑of‑a‑kind version of zoomies has sent millions into hysterics.
Owner Ashlyn shared the now‑viral clip, which shows her dog unleashing a burst of wild energy that looks nothing like the usual frantic laps most dogs do. Instead, the doodle bends both hind legs and somehow drifts across the carpeted floor, sliding forward like a cartoon character defying physics.
It didn’t take long for viewers to understand why Ashlyn (@ashlynjordann) captioned the video: “she’s not real.”
Text layered over the clip reads, “What I mean when I say my dog looks like a squatted truck when she gets the zoomies,” helping the video rack up an impressive 2.8 million views.
A Double Doodle With Double the Energy
In the comments, Ashlyn revealed that her dog is “a double doodle. Labradoodle and golden doodle,” a combination that may explain the endless energy fueling her unusual zoomies.
Hill’s Pet Nutrition notes that goldendoodles are naturally energetic, while the American Kennel Club describes Labradors as an “exuberant, very energetic breed.” Put the two together, and you get a dog built for chaos—and comedy.
TikTok users couldn’t get enough of the doodle’s drifting technique.
“Why she pressing the brake and the gas at the same time?” one viewer joked.
“This HAS to be a doodle thing because mine does the exact same thing,” another owner chimed in.
A third added, “The anxiety this would give me thinking they’re going to have explosive diarrhea in the house.”
What Exactly Are Zoomies?
The doodle’s antics fall under what Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine identifies as frenetic random activity periods (FRAPs)—the scientific name for zoomies. These sudden bursts of energy are completely normal and often involve sprinting, spinning, or chaotic laps around the house or yard.
Zoomies are especially common in puppies and young dogs, but dogs of all ages can experience them. They may be triggered by excitement, overstimulation during training, late‑night energy spikes, or even after defecating.
If zoomies happen too frequently or at inconvenient times, it may be a sign a dog needs more physical or mental enrichment.
Activities like hikes, swimming, toy play, trick training, scent games, or exploring new walking routes can help channel that energy more constructively.
Keeping Zoomies Safe
While zoomies are harmless fun, a dog running at full speed can still get hurt if the environment isn’t safe. Stairs, slippery floors, cluttered rooms, and roads pose obvious risks. Enclosed areas with good footing—such as grass, carpet, or packed dirt —are ideal.
Hard floors, ice, gravel, and sand increase the chance of slipping or falling, and any holes in the yard should be filled or clearly marked.
A dog’s body language can also reveal whether zoomies are joyful or stress‑related:
- Happy zoomies usually involve loose, wiggly movement, play bows, and a tucked rear as they run.
- Frightened dog may appear tense, with wide eyes, a tightly tucked tail, and a lowered head.
- If a dog seems scared or in pain during or after zoomies, it may indicate an underlying issue that needs attention.
For most dogs, though, zoomies are simply a joyful release of pent‑up energy and as long as the space is safe, owners can sit back, laugh, and enjoy the show.
Newsweek reached out to @ashlynjordann for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the case.