Bob Ross earned his place in pop culture with his peaceful painting style and calm, reassuring voice. Now, in a hilarious twist for 2025, that same soothing energy lives on through an unlikely artist — a dog named Enzo.
Instead of paintbrushes, he uses his tongue. Instead of trees, it’s paint swirls. And fans online can’t get enough of this four-legged take on “The Joy of Painting.”
Dog channels Bob Ross in funny viral art video
The popular Instagram account @sookieandivy shared a clip of Enzo starring in what might be the cutest parody of Bob Ross’s painting show to date.
It kicks off with Enzo’s owner prepping the canvas by squirting different shades of paint onto it and spreading the colors out evenly.
She then wraps it up in clear plastic and tops it off with a layer of peanut butter to catch Enzo’s interest. A cheeky title appears: “The Joy of Painting with DOG ROSS.”
Enter Enzo. He strolls in dressed in a curly brown wig and a polo shirt, instantly channeling Bob Ross’s signature look.
As Ross’s calming voice plays in the background — “Hello, I’m Bob Ross. And I think we’ll just do a happy little picture today.” — Enzo dives into his artistic process.
Licking at the peanut butter-covered wrap, Enzo unknowingly blends the paint below into colorful, abstract swirls. His tongue becomes the brush, and with each lick, he adds more texture to his masterpiece.
His mix of total focus and the occasional curious glance away makes the video both funny and oddly sweet. Once he’s finished, his owner steps in with tweezers to place final details like fake flowers and leaves, turning the playful mess into a charming piece of artwork.
If you want to try making some dog-approved art at home, it’s pretty easy. Just add dabs of pet-safe, non-toxic paint to a canvas and tightly cover it with clear plastic wrap.
Spread a bit of xylitol-free peanut butter — or another dog-friendly spread — on top.
It’s a clean, fun way to let your pup be part of the creative fun, and you might even end up with a viral hit of your own.
