The video, shared by pet owner Sarah on TikTok, shows the energetic pair trotting nonstop around the pool’s edge, keeping a watchful eye on swimmers.
While there were no real emergencies to deal with, the working dogs’ dedication to their self-appointed job perfectly captured their breed's instinctive drive.
Natural workers
Known for their boundless energy and high intelligence, Belgian Malinois are natural-born workers.
Whether in police units, military operations or at home with their families, they thrive when given a purpose, even if that means supervising a splash-filled backyard.
“They always make up their own jobs,” one viewer commented, perfectly summing up the breed’s nature. And although it might look tiring, this kind of repetitive task is exactly what keeps these dogs mentally and physically satisfied.
Pool paw patrol
Despite often being mistaken for German Shepherds, Malinois are a distinct breed from Belgium, bred for performance rather than appearance.
Their need for stimulation makes them incredibly loyal and hardworking companions, especially when there’s a pool to patrol.
