An elderly husky named Burger is proving that age is just a number after a surprising encounter in his owner’s backyard.
At 16.5 years old, Burger might be considered a senior dog, but a recent TikTok video shared by his owner @xoxomika213 shows he still has plenty of spirit. As they say, “There’s life in the old dog yet!”
Not every dog enjoys such a long life. A 2024 study in Scientific Reports revealed that the median lifespan for dogs is only 12.5 years, based on a survey of over 584,000 dogs across various breeds. Given that Burger has exceeded that average, he is quite the exception.
The video starts with Burger moving slowly around the garden, leading viewers to believe he might not be doing too well. But just as you feel sorry for him, he suddenly perks up at the sight of something in the grass!
What follows is a quick and amusing showdown as Burger discovers a mole and leaps into action, proving that he still has the instincts of a hunter. The caption perfectly encapsulates the moment: “You think your 16.5-year-old husky’s best days are behind him, until he reminds you he has still got the heart of a hunter.”
His owner’s astonishment is audible as she watches Burger spring into action, exclaiming “oh my God!” before scrambling to rescue the mole from her determined husky.
You can check out the amusing encounter here:
Interestingly, this unexpected event occurred right after Burger had been given a bath. The outcome for the mole remains unknown, but Burger’s adventurous spirit is the true highlight of the story.
The video has resonated with many viewers, who were thrilled to see Burger in action. Comments included praise for his youthful energy, with one user stating, “He still has the dog in him,” while another cheered, “Yeesss go Burger go!” One clever commenter quipped, “What a spicy burger you have there!”