Banks the golden retriever was already geared up for his usual walk when the weather had other ideas. Instead of heading out the door, he ended up on a covered terrace in his raincoat, staring out at the downpour like it was a personal insult. The moment was captured on video and quickly made the rounds online, mostly because his expression was so unmistakably offended. Some dogs whine or pace when plans change, but Banks chose a quieter, much more dramatic approach. He sat still, looked out at the rain, and let the silence do the complaining.
The clip was posted on Instagram on the account @perfectgoldenbanks, with a caption joking about the strange stuff falling from the sky. His owner, Lydia Morey, filmed from the doorway while Banks perched on damp concrete near a few flower pots. The scene is simple, almost mundane, which is exactly why it works. There is no big reaction, no chaos, just a dog who appears deeply disappointed by a sudden change in schedule. It feels like watching someone realize their weekend plans have been cancelled in real time.
Anyone who lives with a dog knows how seriously they take routine. Walks are not just bathroom breaks or exercise, they are a daily ritual filled with familiar scents, favorite corners, and the comforting rhythm of doing what always happens next. When rain interrupts that routine, some dogs accept it, but others act like the day has been rearranged without their consent. Banks looks like he is waiting for someone to fix the problem immediately, as if the weather should know better. His stillness makes it funnier, because it reads like a deliberate choice to sulk.
There is also something oddly relatable about how clearly he seems to understand what he is missing. The raincoat says the plan was real, the door says it was within reach, and the weather says absolutely not. That tiny gap between expectation and reality is where the comedy lives. Banks sits there as if to say he came prepared and he would like the world to take that into account. It is a level of indignation that feels both ridiculous and completely familiar.
The video ends with him maintaining his dramatic ignoring act to the very end, which only adds to the charm. If you have a dog who hates interruptions, rainy days can be a good reminder to offer a backup plan, even if it is just a quick indoor game or a few minutes of training for treats. It will not replace a long walk, but it can soften the disappointment and keep the day from feeling like a total loss. And if nothing else, it might prevent your pet from giving you the cold shoulder.
Have you ever had a pet react like plans were ruined on purpose, and what did you do to win them over again? Share your funniest rainy-day stories in the comments.
