40+ Adorably Dumb Dogs Who Can't Seem To Figure Out Basic Facts

Apparently, run-away dogs can sometimes find their way home! According to the Redditor who posted this image, his lost dog wasn't very good at being lost. After combing the neighborhood in search of the pooch, the owner found the pooch wistfully peering through his own front door. He was back just in time for dinner!

Why is there a seal on this list about dogs? Oh, wait — that's no seal. It's actually a hopelessly confused puppy! He tried to get into this sweater all by himself and ended up looking like a worm instead. Don't worry, little guy — we've all gotten lost in a sweater before!

This looks...comfortable? Leave it to dogs to fall asleep in the most uncomfortable places in the house. This little guy is peacefully snoozing away, and we have no idea how. With his little legs practically smushed upside-down, he's sure to feel the burn in the morning.

This dog's detective skills clearly need a little work. This rookie detective was hot on the tail of a notorious feline thief when suddenly, she disappeared! Where could she be hiding? He could've sworn she ran into this room...

Have you ever wondered what a rainbow tastes like? According to this hungry pup, it tastes like kibble, steak, and peanut butter all mixed together...yum? We always imagined rainbows tasting like candy, but we'll just have to take his word for it. He's the one who caught and swallowed a rainbow, after all!

Redditor LukasKelly757 says his dog has fallen into the habit of picking up a huge stick and bringing it to the nearby "big dogs" — also known as horses. Maybe he’s hoping for a larger-than-life game of fetch. We’d pay good money to see that!

Everyone knows that a Roomba isn't a toy — well, almost everyone, that is. We have the sneaking suspicion that this dog chased his Roomba around for quite a while, trying to convince it to play tug-of-war with his stuffed animal. What this dog needs is another furry friend, not a robot!

When temperatures soar, and you can't for the life of you stop sweating, you'll do anything to cool off...perhaps even take a dip in an, um, unconventional place. If this doesn't really apply to you, then it probably applies to your pooch! This husky looks quite content in his makeshift pool. We just hope it was cleaned recently...

We wonder what this guy is feeling so jealous about. He has it all: a handsome face, big floppy ears, and a beautiful green coat. Wait — green?! According to his owner, this is what happens when an overly enthusiastic golden retriever rolls around in fresh lawnmower clippings. It'll wash out...right?

It finally happened: a dog caught her own tail! But now that she's finally achieved her life's work, what will she do with all her newfound free time? If we had to guess, un-pretzeling herself from this uncomfortable position is probably priority numero uno.

We present to you a cautionary tale, told in four parts: curiosity, bravery, realization, and panic. Even if you couldn't guess from her body language, this husky's eyes tell you exactly how she's feeling in this moment. And fear not: according to the Reddit poster, this brave explorer made it out of the pool safely.

This woman used the hashtag #mydogisdumb, and it's easy to see why! Just when the trio thought they were going to capture a lovely family photo, one of the dogs got a little too close to the edge of the pier. What they lack in a cute photo they more than make up for with a hilarious one!

Apparently, this dog was crying because the door was blocking his path. Before you start laughing hysterically at this pup's silly mistake, remember that he's still a puppy! We all went through that childhood phase where we were incapable of walking through open doors, right? Right?

If you couldn't tell from the look of shame in this pup's eyes, she was apparently in the process of trespassing when karma intervened. We can't help but wonder where this corgi was headed when karma — or more specifically, a fence — got in her way. A hot dog stand? A corgi convention? We may never know...

Some would argue that this dog chose the worst place to take a nap, but we totally disagree! Accidentally dying her fur the colors of the rainbow may have been the best thing that’s ever happened to her. Not only does she look happy, but she's as festive and fabulous as ever!

Every time this dog tries to share a toy with the friendly dog in the mirror, something goes awry. First, the mirror dog already has the exact same toys, then he bonks the poor pup in the head whenever he tries to get closer! He may not be the sharpest dog in the park, but at least this little guy knows that sharing is caring.

How did this poor guy even get here? We love root beer as much as the next person, but not enough that we're willing to dress like one! We can only assume that he was more enticed by the box than the beverages it once held. Either that, or he's cosplaying as a root beer-loving knight.

Dogs are simple creatures. They don't need high-end kibble or overpriced chew toys to be happy! This dog's owner learned this lesson the hard way when, after buying an expensive dog bed, their sweet pup chose to rest just his head on it. Typical!

This dog's life story may not make for the most heartwarming Disney movie, but it's still cute! He can't help that his best friend happens to be a brick. From puppy-hood to adulthood, this friendly dog had an equally friendly brick by his side. Judging by the last pic, it's too bad his lifelong friend wasn't a pillow...

This dog has certainly brushed up on his bathroom etiquette! Unlike pooches, humans usually prefer to do their business in the privacy of their own homes. Since this dog insisted on being in the bathroom with his owner, he did the decent thing and shielded his eyes with the toilet paper. It's not what TP is really for, but hey, at least he's polite.

Who would feel uneasy on a boat with this guy at the helm? From his high-alert stance to his piercing gaze, we have a feeling this husky would know exactly what to do in the event of an emergency...if only he were actually inside the boat instead of perched precariously on the window!

Have you ever been so utterly exhausted that you fell asleep with a tennis ball lodged into your mouth? No? Yeah, neither have we. This sleepy guy clearly can't say the same. Hey, playing fetch is hard work! We can't blame him for taking his forty winks wherever he can get them.

What a gorgeous view....of a painting. This dog probably thinks he has a rare front-row seat to the most stunning landscape in the world. If only he knew it wasn't a window! Or maybe it's best if he doesn't know the truth. That way, the beautiful "outside world" will always be real to him.

Why would anyone ever want to lure a poor, innocent dog into a trap?! Well, that's not the whole story. This Redditor was trying to trap a groundhog, but he ended up capturing his neighbor’s dog. Who knew canines were such big fans of corn on the cob?

There should be a PSA to help prevent tiny corgis from getting trapped in fences because this is getting ridiculous! Unlike the other dog, this little guy simply seems to have been in the wrong place at the wrong time. All he needs is a gentle nudge, and he'll be back to frolicking with the butterflies, or whatever it is corgis do.

Whether they’re on your freshly cleaned couch or brand-new bedspread, pets always seem to sit in the worst spots! This adorable rule-breaker was already in hot water for digging a hole in the backyard. Things only got worse when she sat on the newly fixed section of lawn that her owner had cordoned off.

We have so many questions here: Why is the sprinkler inside the house? Why is the dog freaking out so much? And why did the owner decide to take pictures instead of saving their home from water damage?! It's probably best not to overanalyze this chaotic moment in time.

Dogs are certainly territorial creatures, aren't they? The mere sound of a car entering the driveway immediately puts them into guard dog mode! Well, at least one of these pups would make for a good guard dog. The other couldn't possibly see much through that curtain.

Who feels threatened by a neon orange traffic cone? Dogs, apparently — especially those who don't like being told what to do at traffic stops. We think it's obvious who won this battle in the war between dogs and cones. And don't be fooled by the exuberant expression on this dog's face — the cone is the obvious winner here.

Hammocks are supposed to be relaxing — not fraught with danger! Hopefully, someone helped this dog out of this sticky situation because we know firsthand how easy it is to get stuck in a hammock. One minute you're hanging out, the next minute you're, uh, literally hanging out.

Yeah, we feel the same way every time a freshly caught fish slaps us across the face with its cold, slimy gills. We don't know who looks more surprised: the dog, or the equally wide-eyed fish! Some dogs just aren't cut out for the open sea.

Only a few things could've made this dog stray so far from the sidewalk: an innocent mailman passing by, a turkey leg salesman, or his arch-nemesis the neighborhood cat. Though he's grinning wildly in the second pic, we're guessing he isn't exactly thrilled that he's caught between the shed and the fence.

Not every dog loves a road trip — just ask her! She'd much rather stay like this for the entire six-hour ride than be snuggled inside her car carrier. This dog could be a yoga master and still wouldn't be able to hold that pose for more than a few minutes! She may as well accept her car-carrier fate.

This dog may not be in the know, but at least he's polite! Instead of cutting the line, the pooch simply took a spot behind the stuffed animals and waited patiently for his turn. The fact that he's in line for treats makes his calm countenance all the more impressive.

By the look of absolute joy on this dog's face, we're guessing he hasn't learned his lesson. As wonderful as that bacon grease-soaked paper towel may have smelled, a dog should never dive head-first into a garbage can! It's not only improper, but it makes a huge mess. And we can guarantee that not everything in the trash smelled good.

Dogs plus bees equals painful bee stings...and adorably puffy noses. We can't help but find this poor guy's predicament to be a little endearing, especially since his disproportionately large snout was most likely back to normal within a few days. We bet that's the last time he ever tried to munch on a bumblebee!

This poor pooch's face makes it very clear that he's learned his lesson! Never again will he shove his head into a mysteriously tight space. If you thought the dog cone collar was annoying, just wait until you get a fishbowl stuck on your head!

We're gonna need a bigger cage! As, um, comfortable as this looks, we can't help but think that the nearby brand-new dog bed that this pooch’s owners bought is a little more comfortable. There must be something oddly cozy about this cage; why else would this dog refuse to leave it? Dogs do the weirdest things...

Don't be afraid! This isn't a rabid, man-eating beast breaking free from his restraints. It's actually just an over-excited dog who somehow got trapped inside a mesh laundry basket. The fact that there's an opening right next to him doesn't seem to occur to this poor pup, who just may end up biting his way out.

Despite their obvious size differences, it looks like both dogs have found sleeping arrangements that work for them. Or maybe the chihuahua's bark actually isn't worse than its bite, and then the bigger dog had no choice but to give up its comfy bed? Whatever's going on here, their owner sums it up quite nicely: "My dogs are stupid."

Thinking of getting a new dishwasher? Think again! This convenient dog installment will lick all your dishes until they're squeaky clean. Hey, at least this little guy is cleaning up messes, unlike another dog we know.

Don't bother decorating your pies with this guy around. That happy, whipped-cream-covered face has zero shame about his delicious deed. The owners should have some shame, however, since they decided to still eat the pie! At least this incident didn't cost them any money, like it did for some other dog parents.

When renovating your home, you might want to find a better place for your pup to play than in the construction site. What did they think would happen? If you ask us, the footprints should stay as a reminder of this doggone day.

Sometimes, you just wanna do what the humans are doing. This pup saw his owners playing on swings and tried to join in. If the human children are doing it, how hard could it be? You just gotta get on, swing, and then... wait, how do you get down again?! Oh well — better to be stuck outside than inside.

While stopping for gas, this owner got locked out by their newly-installed dog locking system. Happens to the best of us. At least he didn't drive himself to the park. Just like this car thief, the next doggo has been caught red-handed. Well...pink-handed, that is.

When this owner found her dog riffling through her makeup, she was stunned. Did he really think he could pull off hot pink? Please. He's definitely more of a chasing-the-fire-engine red. This next pup, however, seems to think "brown" is his best shade...

When it comes to dogweed, you need to act fast before it spreads. Clearly, this gardener waited too long and now they're looking at an infestation of cuteness. For some reason, pups just can't seem to understand how gardens work, even when it comes to the simplest equipment.

Another case of a doggo trying to help out and failing miserably. At least this pup got in a few good chews on the watering can before getting ahead of himself. Why can't owners understand that dogs and gardens don't mix? Some dogs are even guilty of digging up your biggest secrets...

Now this is a wingman. When playing at a local park, this dog got to digging and found a little something to bring back to his owner. It's shiny and gold, human! Don't you just love it?! Clearly, when it comes to the outdoors, dogs really know how to make a scene.

Don't you look fetching! Something tells us this isn't the first time this owner's head was used as a chair. Just look how comfortable everyone looks in this picture. If you can't beat 'em, seat 'em. Before we move on, make sure to leave the door open...or else.

Welp, now we know who let the dogs out. This fella is very proud of his work. Sure, the house seems like it's ruined, but if your door was that easy to break into, maybe this was a blessing in disguise. Speaking of disguises, can you tell where the dog is in the next photo?

Where'd the dog go? The only thing we see here is an evil supervillain. Toys are no match for the nefarious Dogneto, who can tear anything apart in a matter of seconds. Don't let him scare you, or else you'll end up like this next pup.

This doggo is feeling very ashamed of her little accident, but she's got no reason to worry! She made it outside, just not quite all the way. Next time, she should take after this next dog and have the grass come to her.

These owners tried to get their pup to move out of the way of the mower, but he still ended up as part of the landscaping. Honestly, he makes a grass bath look pretty enjoyable. While this dark-haired mutt can shake things off, this next pup doesn't have that luxury.

This dog won't be helping us with all these messes. First they break things, then they get themselves dirty, and then they make sure you can't even clean them up! And yet, we still can't stay mad at them. Way to go, doggos. You win.

Sometimes life fences you in, and other times, well...you do the fencing. The best thing about this puppy's bad decision is that she doesn't seem to mind it terribly much. After all, at least now she can people-watch!

"I trusted you, Brian!" There are many types of dogs out there who love adventure and live for the thrill of dangers. Aged pug dogs are not one of those breeds. Should you doubt this, check out the look on this pooch's face!

"Someone threw away a perfectly good stick!" It was only when Rusty began to try and bring said stick up the stairs that he really understood what a truly epic mistake he'd made. Frankly, by that point it was too late... he'd developed a taste for it.

"It came out of nowhere!" Jack the dog was pretty sure that he would be able to jump over the branch with the greatest of ease just like he'd seen all the other dogs do. However, he made one big mistake: those dogs were puppies, and he was a middle-aged canine with the gut to prove it.

When having a ball goes wrong for dogs, it can go very wrong. Look at how chagrined this pooch is to find himself in such a sticky situation. It's doubly funny when you think about how excited he must have been moments before this photo was taken.

"You guys can have the human's lap! I'm sorry!" While this dog is quick to submit to the two other animals in his own home, he would be absolutely mortified if this photo ever got out so that other dogs could see it! He looks very worried.

Where did you put those Halloween decorations? Were they behind the kids' toys, next to your tools, or hiding behind your spare dog corpse? Oh wait... that dog isn't dead! He's just keeping the old newspapers warm.

The biggest mistake groomers make is neglecting to clean the inside of your dog. From this angle, it appeared Snowball was getting a lobotomy. In reality, this talented groomer only has half his right arm. That's gotta make the job ruff.

Don't do it, pup! You've got so much more to bark at! Think of all the tasty bones, long walks, and big cuddles you'd miss out on. Thankfully, this dog was talked down with some enticing treats.

"You told me to get my foot in the door, mom! Well, here it is." Upon closer inspection, this is clearly a dog bone in a shoe. But, real talk: someone needs new sneakers.

Smile, everyone! I said smile. Better listen to this pup, or else he'll change with the full moon. Wait a second — he's not transforming into a werewolf! He's just munching on a very intimidating pine cone. Phew.

Go ahead and take a second to figure out what's happening here. Think that dog has too many legs? Jokes on you: That's just a 5-legged dog next to a 3-legged teddy bear.

Paningning is a tiny ball of pure, slobbering energy. When her mom first brought her home, she was shocked to find her napping in this position. We think she was just practicing her yoga poses.

You stroll outside, breathe in the fresh air, and then have a heart attack when you think your dog's been sliced like a sausage. Thankfully, this pup was just hanging out next to a very handsome log.

This doggo's family was enjoying a nice holiday when a shocking angle caused a real stir. What they witnessed, however, was a cat toy, not a severed tail. The good news is that they've got something for next year's Christmas Card.

Here's some advice: If you pick up a small dog, expect some squirming. If you try to pick up a bigger one, well, you better be careful he doesn't deliver a Bruce Lee kick to your jaw.

One should always be sympathetic to the middle child. The oldest and youngest may receive the most attention while the sibling stuck in between can get lost in the mix. Even the family dogs have it out for the middle child!