Golden Retriever Insists on Bringing Home Hubcap, Internet Can’t Get Enough

Golden Retriever Goes Viral for Carrying a Full-Size Hubcap Like It’s a Favorite Toy:

For most dogs, a walk means chasing sticks or sniffing bushes, but for Bailey, a golden retriever from Tampa Bay, Florida, it’s a chance to hunt for treasure—quite literally. Bailey has captured the hearts of TikTok users everywhere with her hilarious habit of carrying unusual objects she finds during her outings. Her latest claim to fame? Hauling home an entire Nissan hubcap.

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In a now-viral TikTok posted on July 7 by her owner via the account @baileycarriesthings, Bailey is seen proudly carrying the large metal hubcap in her mouth, navigating stairs and tight corners with admirable determination. The video’s caption reads, “Some dogs have toys or stuffies or sticks… mine has an emotional support hubcap,” perfectly summing up the golden retriever’s quirky behavior. It wasn’t long before the clip exploded in popularity, earning over 431,000 views and more than 78,000 likes.

This isn’t Bailey’s first unusual “retrieval.” According to her owner, she’s been known to carry all sorts of objects—food items, shopping bags, even miscellaneous household things—treating each find like a prized possession. But the hubcap moment struck a particular chord with the internet. Comments poured in by the hundreds, with one user joking that she’s “just a few parts away from building her own Nissan,” while another dubbed the hubcap a “street frisbee.” Even Nissan USA joined the fun, awarding Bailey the “cutest Nissan fan award” in the comments section.

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While it’s easy to laugh at the goofy clip, Bailey’s antics are rooted in her breed’s history. Golden retrievers were originally bred to retrieve game for hunters, and their natural instinct to carry things—combined with their strong jaws and eager-to-please personalities—often leads to behavior just like this. As the American Kennel Club points out, their mix of intelligence, strength, and playfulness makes them ideal for everything from service work to lighthearted mischief.

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Bailey’s viral moment is more than just a funny video—it’s a reminder of why we love golden retrievers. Their enthusiasm, loyalty, and ability to find joy in the simplest (or strangest) things make them some of the most beloved dogs around. And with over 930 comments celebrating her quirky habit, Bailey may be on her way to becoming one of TikTok’s most memorable pups.

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