Golden Retriever is put to work around the house in hilarious clip: "Working hard or hardly working?"

Arlington, Virginia – Golden Retriever Ellie can be quite a clingy dog, and her owner Kevin proved just that in his new TikTok that has over a million users cracking up!

Whether as a hair gel holder or a headlamp bearer, Kevin Bubolz always finds a task for Ellie.
Whether as a hair gel holder or a headlamp bearer, Kevin Bubolz always finds a task for Ellie.  © Collage: Screenshots/TikTok/@elliegoldenlife

According to her owner, Ellie wants to be involved in everything he does. So, in the viral clip, he decides to get something out of it: He puts her to work!

The fun starts with working under a table, where Kevin gets busy installing a screw.

Ever the dutiful assistant, Ellie sits by him with a bright headlamp on to make sure Kevin can see his worksite!

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And lo and behold, the furry friend looks very proud to help.

Next, Kevin gets some help from Ellie while styling his hair. The dog becomes the perfect side table, resting her human's hair gel on her head as he grabs more.

Even when emptying the dishwasher, Kevin knows how to involve his diligent furry companion.

Ellie knows exactly how to help her human

Ellie was put to work emptying the dishwasher and carrying the groceries!
Ellie was put to work emptying the dishwasher and carrying the groceries!  © Collage: Screenshots/TikTok/@elliegoldenlife

Ellie is allowed to clear the plates with her snout – hopefully only those meant for her and her fellow canine Emma. Dog drool on freshly washed dishes would be counterproductive!

Ellie can also lug a shopping bag, even though her owner would have no problem carrying it himself – but Ellie enjoys being able to help.

Even when cleaning the windows, Kevin has an ace up his sleeve. His dog gets to hold the Swiffer he used to dust the frames.

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In return, she gets a kiss on the head.

"working hard or hardly working?" Kevin asks in the caption of the video.

The users love it. Within two days, the viral hit has already been clicked more than a million times.

That's how much good mood housework can bring!

Cover photo: Collage: Screenshots/TikTok/@elliegoldenlife

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