Golden Retriever Brings Baby a Toy Just To Steal a Lick, Then Does Something Even Cuter

A clever Golden Retriever has left the internet laughing after appearing to come up with the perfect excuse to get close to the family’s newest member. Armed with a plush toy and an innocent expression, the lovable dog seemed to have one mission in mind: deliver the gift, sneak in a quick lick, and hope no one noticed. The adorable moment, shared on Instagram by @baker.the.goodboy, has quickly won over viewers with its mix of sweetness and comedy.

Golden Retriever has the sweetest trick for sneaking a lick from baby while human watches

The video opens with the fluffy Golden Retriever walking into the room carrying a plush toy in his mouth while the family’s baby relaxes in a baby bouncer. An on-screen caption jokes, “When your dog brings your baby a toy… and just to secretly steal a lick.” The dog patiently approaches the baby, looking every bit like a thoughtful big brother delivering a present. But seconds later, his real objective becomes clear.

As soon as he gets close enough, the Golden Retriever quickly leans in and gives the baby’s tiny foot a gentle lick while still trying to appear completely casual. Another text appears, reading, “Thinks I’m not looking.” Almost immediately after the sneaky kiss, the dog lowers his head toward the nearby toy, seemingly pretending he had only been interested in it all along.

The video hilariously adds, “Pretends he only licked the flower,” referring to the flower-shaped toy attached to the baby’s bouncer. The dog eventually looks up toward the person filming, seemingly realizing he has been caught red-pawed. The final text perfectly captures the guilty expression on his face: “Realizes I saw everything.”

The wholesome video quickly drew amused reactions from viewers, many of whom couldn’t stop laughing at Baker’s clever attempt to disguise his true intentions. One user wrote, “Adorable.” Another commented, “Such a welcoming big brother.” A third added, “Awwe, that’s his baby too.” One viewer joked, “He seems pleased with the newest servant.” Another quipped, “Well now he’s tasted the baby, it’s just a matter of time.”