If you’re looking for something guaranteed to make your day, the Pittsburgh Zoo’s video of their penguins playing in the snow will do the trick. It’s one of those clips that’s impossible not to watch on repeat because it’s an instant serotonin boost!
The video opens with the penguins eagerly running out of their enclosure and diving into the freshly fallen snow. They slip, slide, play, and do it all over again. It’s the kind of joyful winter content everyone loves, even those of us who aren’t exactly fans of cold, snowy days!
The Zoo’s caption also made us smile, “Sliding in the snow is scary, but not for a penguin!” It looked like every one of them enjoyed their snow day!
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Viewers React to Watching the Playful Penguins
People enjoyed watching the playful penguins and had a lot to say about the scene. @Leanne27 admitted, “The way I would donate a kidney to go sledding with penguins…”
Since the weather has been keeping many animals inside, commenter @AP shared, “So glad they were able to get out of their enclosure and explore/play in the snow!” @joniecrowley added, “At least someone appreciates the cold and snow!”
@bonniej317 pointed out, “The way they just flop!” @Heaven Leigh added, “1000/10 loaf landing!” @Stitch Dr agreed, “The one at the end basking in the snow is perfection!”
Commenter @noneyobusiness shared, “The way the winter is going, they will have plenty more playtime as well!”
There were also several sports references, comparing Pittsburgh teams that aren’t having a great season to the playful penguins. @nwa517 said, “Don’t worry about trying to corral them. They’ll stop trying by the 3rd period.” @Jacob Drabin replied, “As a Sharks fan, I am CACKLING at this comment LOL!”
@Probably a Bot shared, “Sadly the only Penguins in Pittsburgh worth watching at the moment…” @bblue615 wondered, “Is this where they raise them before letting them play hockey?”
Viewer @Gwen Beatty spoke for all of us when she said, “I need more penguin content ASAP!” Hopefully the Zoo will listen to her demand and give us more soon!
This story was originally published by PetHelpful on Dec 20, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add PetHelpful as a Preferred Source by clicking here.