There is always one “first baby” in a friend group, and in this case, it is Rocky the French Bulldog. If you are the first dog owner in your friend group, you will understand where Rocky’s status comes from in this adorable Instagram video from @mapaaluu.
The video shows the dog doing nothing, yet still being doted on by his owner’s friends during a casual outdoor hangout. Phones come out, and Rocky sits there like the guest of honor, with a serious little expression.
Owner’s friends loves the dog a bit too much
In the video’s on-screen caption, the owner writes, “pov: you’re the first baby of the friend group & everyone is obsessed with you,” and that is exactly what is happening with the dog. Rocky does not exactly fight the attention either. In the caption, the owner confirms that, writing, “he loves the attention tho.”
Dogs pick up on human energy really quickly, and attention can work like a reward for them. So, when a group of people focuses on one dog by talking to him, petting him, showering him with affection, and holding their phones up for photos, it can become a routine that Rocky wants to keep going.
Even a dog that looks calm and nonchalant can enjoy the extra contact and the “you’re so cute” treatment, especially when it comes from multiple people at once. And why not? After all, he is the “first baby” of the group.
Viewers formed a fan club for Rocky in the comment section. One viewer wrote, “I miss you rocky!!!!!!!” while another said, “The life he deserves.” Meanwhile, a few people sounded like they wanted visitation rights. One comment read, “rocky come visit pls” and another declaring, “IM NOT OKKK.”
Rocky may not be a human baby, but in this friend group, he clearly holds the top spot.
