Hearts Melt As Labrador Finds Unusual Sleeping Spot: 'Banana Heaven'

Owners may wonder why they spend their hard-earned cash on toys and accessories when their pets prefer the packaging.

In a relatable video shared by owner @welcometovannys, her Labrador called Matrix seems to have replaced one of three beds with a banana box.

Racking up 463,400 views, the clip caption reads: "He chooses to sleep in the banana box cause it smells like banana heaven....he is just trying to save the family some money."

The text layered over the photos of the dog squashed into the box, followed by a clip of him getting into it with a wagging tail, explains that the woman's mom purchased the fruit from Costco a week prior.

"He must be converting into a cat," joked one user, and another wrote: "My Maltipoo would sell me up the river for a banana."

The American Kennel Club (AKC) states that bananas make an excellent low-calorie snack when eaten in moderation. This is because they are rich in potassium, vitamins, biotin, fiber, and copper, while being low in cholesterol and sodium. However, due to their high sugar content, they should only be offered as an occasional treat and not a regular part of your dog's diet.

A third commenter related: "Yup, sounds about right. Spend $40-100 on a bed for them, and they want cardboard."

A stock image of a labrador in a box. The same breed has recently delighted thousands of TikTok users. Anna_Belova/iStock/Getty Images Plus

Indeed, owning a dog comes with a price, which can range from $1,000 to $5,225 a year, according to a Pollfish study conducted on behalf of Rover. The nationwide network for pet sitters asked 1,000 pet parents how much their dog costs per year.

It turns out there has been an annual increase of $100 from 2023 to 2024, due to inflation affecting the cost of food, vet visits, and more. The research shows the average dog parent may spend anywhere from $80 to $440 per month on their dog.

A bed price ranges from $10 to $470, and they are often purchased more than once as dogs can outgrow or destroy them. However, the viral video that has 85,200 likes shows a box may be preferred.

Rover advises owners to cut costs by grooming their pets at home, shopping in discount stores, and buying medication online.

It's also worth considering insurance to avoid unexpected vet bills, as one owner was shocked to discover her dog had eaten something that led to a $6,000 veterinary expense. Newsweek previously weighed the pros and cons of insurance in an article and highlighted how much a trip to the vet can cost.

Newsweek reached out to @welcometovannys for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the case.

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