People always tell new parents to keep a very close eye on the family pet around a newborn. Gracyn Dee Lanie, who shares her daily life at @gracyn_deelanie.23, took that advice very seriously. She recently captured a moment that proves her dog, Fyn, is the world’s best nanny.
While her bio mentions chaos and no quiet moments, this Border Collie brings nothing but calm. Watching Fyn interact with the little baby is just too sweet. The way she reaches out a paw to touch his tiny hand is incredibly moving.
Dog holds little baby’s tiny hand to reassure he’s the safest around her
The clip opens with the tiny boy, who is not even a month old, lying on his tummy on a mat. Fyn stays perfectly still right beside him on the play mat. She rests her chin down, waiting for him to make the first move. This breed is known to be observant and very focused on their family members. As a result, Fyn watches the infant with a deep intensity that only comes from a loyal protector.
When the baby curls up and puts his face near hers, she does not move. Instead, she reaches out for a soft tap on his hand; it is her way of saying she is right there. Following that sweet moment, the bonding session continues with some gentle licks. Fyn seems to be memorizing every tiny detail of her new human. She even licks his nose before pulling back to give him some breathing room.
According to her owner, they always make sure to watch the pair together. “You just never know,” she said in the caption. While the warning is usually about safety, the reality here is just pure sweetness. One viewer noted that you should watch because you simply do not want to miss a thing.
In the final shot, the pair ends up in nearly identical positions on the mat. Both have their arms/paws stretched out in front of them. Fyn eventually rests her head on her paw, still keeping close to the baby.
A dog parent mentioned how their own Collie was just as protective of their children. These two are clearly building a bond that will last a lifetime.
