Senior Golden Retriever Gets Her Own Built-In Pool - and Her First Dip Is the Best
Some dogs are born for the water. Whether it's a lake, river, or even a giant puddle, certain breeds don't think twice before jumping in and going for a splash. Newfoundlands, Labradors, and Golden Retrievers are natural swimmers and take a dip any chance they get.
Xena the senior Golden Retriever recently received what most water-loving dogs long for - a built-in pool that she can do laps in anytime she wants.
@goldengirl_xena Our senior dog got her own pool (and her brothers too, of course) #goldenretrievers
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In the TikTok from @goldengirl_xena, the precious pooch was taking a dip in a kiddie pool in her backyard, but her mom knew Xena had her sights set on something bigger.
"Is that what you want? You want a real pool?" Xena's mom asked as the gorgeous Golden responded with a head tilt and stepped toward her mother.
"You promised your senior dog a pool years ago and you finally made it happen," the onscreen text read as footage of the ground being leveled and dug in preparation for the new aquatic haven played. "6+ months in the works but years of planning and prepping."
Big Pool Day Finally Arrived
The video cut to opening day of Xena's built-in pool. Along with her fur baby brother Finn, Xena ran outside to take her inaugural dip. The canine cutie couldn't contain her excitement as she pranced through the water and broke into irresistible pool zoomies. Her mom was thrilled to see Xena so excited.
"She is 9.5 years old now and we have always wanted her to have a real pool," the story continued as the joyful Golden Retriever splashed around. "It's so nice to see her have these bursts of energy!"
It was a full-blown pool party as Xena got her floatie toys to join her for a swim. Followers gave props to the pup's parents for the memorable gift and raved over Xena's adorable enthusiasm.
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"Her zoomies - she's soooo happy," one noted.
"You added so many years to her life," another praised.
"I love when doggie parents give their doggies yards and pools," a follower posted.
"Sweet girl! She deserves that pool! Good job, Mama!" someone remarked.
Xena will probably spend most of her days perfecting her doggy paddle stroke and having water-filled fun with her brother Finn.
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This story was originally published June 2, 2026 at 5:10 AM.