A heart-melting video of a Golden Retriever showering a little boy with gentle kisses has captured the internet’s attention. The short clip shows the dog leaning in repeatedly, planting soft kisses on the child’s face as the boy calmly accepts every bit of love coming his way. The video was shared by @goldentaleofsimba, an Instagram account dedicated to Simba, a 1.5-year-old Golden Retriever.
Golden Retriever and little boy share the best kind of kisses in this cute video
In the video, the Golden Retriever sits close to the young boy, clearly focused on him. Each time the dog leans forward, he delivers another kiss slowly and incredibly gently. The child doesn’t pull away or appear startled. In fact, he tries to show affection and play with the pup in his own way.
The caption, “I mean, cmonnnnnn,” sums up the moment’s sweetness, acknowledging how impossible it is not to melt while watching such genuine affection unfold.
The comments section quickly filled with praise and emotion. One viewer wrote, “That’s the cutest thing I’ve ever seen!!!!” Another added, “The best kind of kisses!” A third commented, “The most gentle boy.” These reactions reflect exactly what the video shows: a Golden Retriever sharing love by being “The most gentle boy”.
Golden Retrievers are widely considered ideal family dogs, especially for families with children, thanks to their gentle, patient, and affectionate temperament. They often form strong bonds with children and instinctively soften their behaviour around them. They match kids’ high energy during play while remaining calm companions, often forming strong, protective bonds with babies and toddlers. This video captures that instinct in action, showing how naturally a well-socialised dog can connect with a child. However, experts stress that close supervision is essential as children and dogs learn to interact safely.
At the time of writing, the video has garnered over 10K views.
