The February morning air at @redfalconranch is usually freezing, but the barn stays warm thanks to some very fluffy residents. Olaf is a giant Italian Maremma Sheepdog who spends his nights protecting Angora goats from predators in the PNW. Meanwhile, Jasmine is a tiny rescue cat who decided that this huge dog is actually her personal heated blanket. Every time the family checks the barn, they find these two ready to cuddle together. It is a love story that recently went viral, garnering millions of views.
Dog cuddles with rescue cat and even kisses her after a long night of guarding
The video opens with the human filming and walking into the barn. The text says Olaf has just finished guarding through the night, which already explains the heavy, sleepy energy. He’s lying down, eyes half closed, just taking a break. And then you notice Jasmine. She sits right on top of her big brother while making rhythmic biscuits in his thick white fur. Sven is also nearby, catching a well-deserved nap after their shift in the fields.
These dogs are naturally protective and fierce with intruders, but stay incredibly gentle with their own family. Then Olaf turns his head around to sniff his small friend and plants sweet kisses on her face. He smacks his lips contentedly as his eyes grow heavy with sleep.
Jasmine actually has a tragic past as the sole survivor of a predator attack, but thankfully, she was rescued. And from the same farm where Olaf was born as a puppy, no less. The family calls her Nurse Jasmine because she always knows which animal needs extra care.
Her presence seems to ease the guard dog’s burden during their morning cuddle sessions. She basically acts like a tiny therapist massaging out his sore muscles, and seeing a ferocious protector turn into a big softie for a kitten is just pure magic.
This clip went totally viral with over 26 million views. Fans are swooning over how Olaf only has patience for Jasmine. According to the caption, there is another cat named Boots with whom Olaf is friendly, but he is a bit too aggressive with his claws. Olaf is not a fan of those sharp pokes during his nap time. Jasmine is much softer and knows exactly how to provide the best comfort for this hard-working guard dog.
