There is an unspoken agreement between humans and their dogs: we eat, and they stare. It doesn’t matter if it’s a gourmet dinner or just a bite of toast; if you are chewing, they are watching. Golden Retrievers, in particular, have perfected the silent art of food-based persuasion. Yet, sometimes, staring turns into sneaking, and that’s precisely what happened in one TikTok video where a dog couldn’t resist making a slow, stealthy move toward his owner’s snack.
TikTok video shows Golden Retriever trying to sample a snack from owner’s plate
The TikTok account @monte_the_golden recently posted a short video of Monte, a Golden Retriever, caught in the act of trying to swipe a taste from his owner’s breakfast plate. The clip features a half-eaten bacon, egg, and cheese bagel sandwich left unattended.
Monte sits nearby, clearly intrigued by the tempting scent, and casts sneaky side glances at the plate. He slowly leans in, gently stretching his tongue out toward the sandwich leftovers. The onscreen text reads, “pov: you have a golden retriever.” It’s a relatable moment for anyone who’s shared a home with one of these famously food-motivated pups.
Monte’s subtle — but unsuccessful — attempt at food theft has become a hit with viewers, who couldn’t resist commenting on his sneaky behavior. One person joked, “He licked it so now it’s his,” while another pointed out, “A real retriever would have had that and disappeared in milliseconds.” Someone else wrote, “Trying to be the goodest boi but can’t resist.” Another user chimed in with, “I wish someone would look at me the way he looks at a bacon egg and cheese on a bagel,” echoing just how intense Monte’s longing gaze really was.
As much as Golden Retrievers love their humans, they might love food just a little more. This hearty appetite is part of what makes them so endearing, but it can also present challenges for owners. As a breed, they are prone to gaining weight, especially when given too many snacks or table scraps. Their big, pleading eyes can be hard to resist, but sticking to portion-controlled meals and limiting treats is key to keeping them healthy and active.
