Pet parents must often be on alert when their fur babies meet strangers. While some dogs are guarded, most of them are quite friendly. This Instagram video shows a Golden Retriever being over-friendly with strangers, almost like a “lover boy.” The clip features the pooch approaching people and letting them shower him with love. He also allows them to scratch and pet him while wagging his tail throughout. It looks like the dog has a kind heart and is happy to make strangers feel safe around him. Meanwhile, viewers have loved the Golden Retriever in the video.
Golden Retriever goes to every stranger for pets during his hike
In an adorable Instagram video, an owner records how their Golden Retriever behaves around strangers. Through an on-screen line, the uploader explains the context. It reads, “POV: you’re a Golden Retriever, and you’re making sure no stranger feels left out.” Then, the clip begins with the fur baby, presumably on a hike, with his owner on a snowy trail.
Many people seem to walk on the trail in their winter gear and with a hiking stick. To boost their energy, the “lover boy” makes sure to bring a smile to their faces. So, he greets every stranger and lets them pet him. Furthermore, the people appear to feel safe while approaching him, seeing his friendly behavior.
In the video, the fur baby is seen rubbing his back on a stranger’s legs. He wags his tail when the person scratches his neck. When he sees the people around that stranger trying to pet him, the dog doesn’t disappoint anyone. Hikers smile when they see the friendly pet.
Meanwhile, viewers have enjoyed watching the Golden Retriever video. While many called the dog “cute,” a user wrote, “Looks like the strangers had one of the best hikes ever.” Furthermore, the clip has received over 230 likes at the time of writing.
