Harvey Korman absolutely falls apart during Tim Conway’s hysterical dog routine — and honestly, who could blame him? The moment Tim slips into that uncanny, canine-like behavior, Harvey’s composure completely unravels. It’s one of the most iconic moments from The Carol Burnett Show, and no matter how many times you watch it, seeing Harvey try (and fail) to keep a straight face never gets old.
The Carol Burnett Show remains one of the greatest and most cherished programs in television history. With its legendary cast and wildly imaginative sketches, the show left behind a treasure trove of comedy that continues to delight viewers decades later. Among those countless memorable bits, the skits pairing Tim Conway and Harvey Korman are in a league of their own. Harvey was notorious for cracking up almost instantly when performing with Tim — and fans loved him all the more for it. Once Tim got going, it was usually only a matter of time before Harvey completely broke.
In the clip circulating on YouTube, Tim and Harvey once again share the stage. Tim and Carol Burnett play a married couple awaiting a visit from their veterinarian about their sick dog. What should be a simple fix — a small, painless injection — goes wildly off course when Tim accidentally gets the shot meant for the pup.
To complicate matters, Tim’s boss (played by Harvey) and his wife are due to arrive any minute for a quiet evening of conversation. But peace is nowhere in sight. After receiving the injection, Tim begins exhibiting hilarious dog-like behavior, sending the studio audience into fits of laughter — and Harvey right along with them, unable to hold it in.
Even though Harvey famously broke character around Tim, he still held up better than most actors ever could. Tim Conway was a one-of-a-kind comedic genius, capable of bringing down an entire room with nothing more than a look, a pause, or a single perfectly delivered line.
As Scripture beautifully reminds us:
Proverbs 17:22 — “A glad heart makes a healthy body, but a crushed spirit makes the bones dry.”