Being a dog sounds so fun. It sounds like something we would all like to do: no responsibility, no awareness of anything other than what immediately pertains to us. Lots of treats. Sometimes, you get famous.On Friday, January 31st, one Bulldog too vibing to a whole new level. He got on his favorite skateboard, in his favorite costume, and what ensued was nothing short of hilarious:Everybody loves Chubbs the Bulldog. He even got a comment on this video from MUG Root Beer, and everyone knows MUG loves Bulldogs!Related: Bulldog Guaranteed to Claim 'Victory' at WKC Dog Show Thanks to MUG Root Beer's Cool New AwardChubbs is a total star: he has 206,000 Instagram followers! Everybody loves him for his signature Bulldog look, his love of food, and his hilarious talent for tackling everyone he meets.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementChubbs will tackle anything, including trying to skateboard. This is not his first time trying it; do you see how smoothly he gets on the board?! Don't worry, though; he might be a pro-boarder, but his parents and brother, Wonton, were nearby just in case he needed a helping hand (or paw)!Dogs Can Safely Learn to SkateboardChubbs is just one example of a skateboarding dog: there are more than you'd think!The basics are easy: first, you need to teach them how to stand on the skateboard safely. Make sure it's completely still while they find their footing. Once they're comfortable, you can start gently moving it. Always make sure they're on a flat surface, otherwise they could tip over and injure themselves or others.If you want to teach your dog how to skateboard, it's totally possible, but there are some things to keep in mind:AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementYou should never let them skateboard on their own.They can't necessarily wear protective gear, so you need to be vigilant about making sure they stay safe.Don't let them go too fast.Training a younger dog, preferably puppy age, to do this kind of a trick will be easier: by the time they're a year old or so, pups tend to be less adventurous. If you can provide some kind of padding (like a Stitch costume), then you definitely should - falling off a skateboard could hurt!After a successful skateboarding session, always make sure to check your dog (their paws in particular) for scrapes, burns, or other signs of injury. They may hit their little paws on the ground by accident or to propel the board, so it's important to monitor them. Luckily, Chubbs is in tip-top skateboarding shape!🐶SIGN UP to get "pawsitivity" delivered right to your inbox with inspiring & entertaining stories about our furry & feathered friends🐾🐾

Bulldog Skateboarding In a Disney 'Stitch' Costume Is Truly Such a Vibe

Related: Bulldog Guaranteed to Claim ‘Victory’ at WKC Dog Show Thanks to MUG Root Beer’s Cool New AwardAdvertisementSIGN UP to get “pawsitivity” delivered right to your inbox with inspiring & entertaining stories about our furry & feathered friendsChubbs will tackle anything, including trying to skateboard. This is not his first time trying it; do you […]

Related: Bulldog Guaranteed to Claim ‘Victory’ at WKC Dog Show Thanks to MUG Root Beer’s Cool New AwardAdvertisementSIGN UP to get “pawsitivity” delivered right to your inbox with inspiring & entertaining stories about our furry & feathered friendsChubbs will tackle anything, including trying to skateboard. This is not his first time trying it; do you see how smoothly he gets on the board?! Don’t worry, though; he might be a pro-boarder, but his parents and brother, Wonton, were nearby just in case he needed a helping hand (or paw)!After a successful skateboarding session, always make sure to check your dog (their paws in particular) for scrapes, burns, or other signs of injury. They may hit their little paws on the ground by accident or to propel the board, so it’s important to monitor them. Luckily, Chubbs is in tip-top skateboarding shape!

Don’t let them go too fast.

Training a younger dog, preferably puppy age, to do this kind of a trick will be easier: by the time they’re a year old or so, pups tend to be less adventurous. If you can provide some kind of padding (like a Stitch costume), then you definitely should – falling off a skateboard could hurt!
If you want to teach your dog how to skateboard, it’s totally possible, but there are some things to keep in mind:
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AdvertisementChubbs is just one example of a skateboarding dog: there are more than you’d think!Chubbs is a total star: he has 206,000 Instagram followers! Everybody loves him for his signature Bulldog look, his love of food, and his hilarious talent for tackling everyone he meets.