They say gratitude is a lost art, but don’t tell that to Bruce the Doberman. While most pups race off after a snack, Bruce sticks around to say “thank you” in the most charming way possible. A recent Instagram video captures his sweet post-treat routine, and honestly, it’s giving Hallmark-level feels with a side of dog slobber.
Instagram video shows Doberman kissing owner after every treat
Bruce, a sweet Doberman, was sitting in the car when his owner made a wholesome discovery. In a video posted to Instagram, the owner explains that he just realized something about Bruce’s behavior. Apparently, every time Bruce is given a treat, he responds with a kiss — a quick lick to the face — like a thank-you gesture.
To demonstrate, the owner offers Bruce a treat. Bruce takes it, chews for a moment, and then leans in and gives a lick to his face. “Thank you buddy, thank you! So nice. Are you thanking me?” the owner says with a laugh. Curious whether it’s just a coincidence, he tries again. Sure enough, Bruce repeats the action, accepting the treat and then giving his signature kiss.
The interaction plays out a few more times, each ending the same sweet way. “It’s a slobbery kiss, but it’s a kiss,” the owner says, smiling into the camera. That line alone has been quoted by commenters who were charmed by the affectionate exchange. One viewer wrote, “This boy is highly intelligent, kisses, treats, kisses, treats, see the pattern.” Another added, “I’ve never seen anything like that. It melts my heart.” Some even shared similar experiences with their own dogs, like one user who said, “Mine does this too! She always goes to find me after I feed her and gives me a kiss as she walks by.” With manners like his, Bruce might just be the poster pup for polite behavior.
