A video of a couple and their senior dog driving home for Christmas has delighted internet viewers.

The clip of 17-year-old Jake, a golden retriever, quickly went viral, gathering over 189,000 views since December 13. The footage shows the dog sprawled out on the backseat with toys, blankets, and pillows—so it is no surprise he fell asleep for some of the lengthy drive.

The on-screen text reads: "What a privilege it is to drive 7,000km [4,350 miles] across the country instead of flying a couple hours so we can bring our 17.5-year-old dog home for the holidays." Newsweek reached out to @tasharyland for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the case.

The final clip shows the couple holding the dog, who has gray hair around his face, for a selfie. But Tasha Ryland, 30, (@tasharyland) and her partner aren't the only ones who are willing to go the extra mile (or over 4,350 miles) for their pet over the festive period.

A Chewy survey conducted in October 2023 found that pet parents are eager to include their furry companions in holiday celebrations.

The survey of 500 dog and cat owners found that 84 percent of pet owners give their animals multiple gifts, and 65 percent would rather their pets receive them than themselves. Additionally, 45 percent of respondents give gifts to their pets "from Santa," while 36 percent purchase them to give "from" their pets.

While owners may focus on giving their pets something physical, it seems animals are able to give something priceless back. According to the survey, 91 percent of pet owners say their animals' unconditional love is especially comforting during the holiday season. Furthermore, 87 percent believe the holidays would not be the same without their pets, and 83 percent say their animals help make the holidays feel less stressful.

So far, the video has more than 20,000 likes and over 200 comments—many of which are focused on Jake's age; and rightly so, as he has surpassed his life expectancy of 10 to 12 years, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC).

"How did you get him to 17.5!!! Please share everything," asked one user, and Ryland responded: "luck, love and human food!!!!"

Indeed, a dog's diet can increase their life span, according to vet Dr. Pete Wedderburn, who previously told Newsweek how owners can help extend their canines' lives.

As a dog gets older, their digestive system changes, so owners should focus on high-quality ingredients and fresh water daily.

Ryland told another user that Jake eats meat and vegetables. Newsweek previously spoke to a canine nutritionist about what greens a dog can eat. The good news is that there are many; however, they must be cooked to gain the "maximum nutritional benefit."

Other comments include messages from owners saying they also drive so their canine companions don't miss out on the fun.

"What a great travel companion!" posted one user, while another wrote: "This made my heart melt, if my girl lives that long, I'll be forever thankful. Hope he has the best Christmas ever."

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