You’ve probably found yourself scrolling through old photos and videos of your dog, smiling at the tiny, curious pup who once tumbled around with boundless energy. As such, watching them grow can be both heartwarming and a little bittersweet. A recent video of a German Shepherd named Sev accurately captures that feeling, reminding the internet that no matter how big or majestic dogs become, their puppy charm never truly fades.
German Shepherd’s then and now video shows he is ‘still a baby…just a bigger one’
German Shepherd Sev’s owner recently shared a video on Instagram that has quickly gone viral, and it’s easy to see why. The clip opens with a serene shot of the dog as an adult, sitting by a window, looking outside as if lost in thought. Overlayed text on the screen reads: “I wonder what I looked like when I was younger.” For anyone watching, it immediately sets a reflective, almost tender mood.
Then, in the next frame, viewers are transported back to Sev’s puppy days. The tiny pup appears on screen, his big puppy eyes sparkling with curiosity and his head tilting from side to side. The cuteness is impossible to resist. Despite the obvious growth in size and stature, the playful energy in his gaze is unmistakable. As his owner captioned the post, Sev may have grown, but he’s “still a baby… just a bigger one.”
Judging by the reactions from viewers, it seems like the sentiment hit home. One fan exclaimed, “Thee most beautiful dog on earth! Long-haired black German Shepherd!” Another wrote, “Oh my goodness… from little cute things, big gorgeous things grow!”
Many viewers found themselves reminiscing about their own pets. One user shared, “I adopted my dog at 6 months and he was already big. I wish I had him during his puppy stage.” Others couldn’t resist the urge to get another furry friend: “I want another puppy now I NEED ONE RIGHT NOW,” one person commented.