Life with a dog is often unpredictable, filled with little surprises that keep you smiling. And when that dog is a Dachshund, the excitement seems to double.
Jina and Nick, a couple from New Jersey, discovered that truth for themselves.
With the arrival of their newest family member, a tiny Dachshund named Wilbert, they experienced a moment that was equal parts funny and heartwarming, one that quickly spread across the internet.
This is how the story played out.
A Bathroom Surprise Full Of Joy
After finishing a grueling thirteen-hour weekend shift, Jina was eager to return home and relax.
She and Nick are proud parents to two lovable Dachshunds: Amber and their tiny two-month-old pup, Wilbert. Naturally, Jina expected a warm greeting from her fiancé and their dogs, followed by a peaceful evening.
Instead, what she discovered in the bathroom left her stunned in the best way.
When she entered the house, Nick and Wilbert were nowhere to be seen. Then she peeked into the bathroom and saw something unforgettable: Nick in the bathtub, teaching their puppy how to swim.
“Rich because after a stressful work day, I come home to my fiancé teaching our puppy how to swim in the bathtub,” Jina wrote in the video.
Nick gently held Wilbert in the water, guiding him as the little dog paddled his legs, gazing up at his dad with complete trust and affection. And the best part? Wilbert seemed to love every second of it.
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In the next clip, Wilbert swims across the tub on his own, paddling like a natural.
Nick’s impromptu lesson clearly worked. Wilbert passed his first “swimming class” with ease.
Jina couldn’t keep the moment to herself. She posted the video to Amber and Wilbert’s followers, and it didn’t take long for the internet to fall in love. Comments flooded in almost instantly.
“People say dogs know to swim instantly but my dog almost drowned because we thought that. So like honestly good job bro,” one commenter said.
Another added, “The absolute trust in the pup’s eyes.”
Every Day With Dachshunds Brings Something New
Raising Dachshunds has its ups and downs, but for Jina and Nick, life with Amber and Wilbert is nothing short of wonderful.
Nick originally wanted a larger breed, but now he wouldn’t change a thing. Their pups have become such an essential part of their family that it’s hard to imagine life without them.
Each day brings laughter, cuddles, playtime, and new adventures.
And the journey is just beginning. Wilbert is still a baby, learning from his big sister Amber and soaking up every experience.
Watching him grow, explore, and discover the world has been a heartwarming ride, and Jina and Nick are excited to see what surprises lie ahead.
