For many dogs, nighttime comfort comes from familiar scents or a favorite blanket. But for one pup, a plush toy simply isn’t enough. Her idea of the perfect bedtime accessory is far more special. A recent Instagram video captures a Golden Retriever holding her owner’s hand while sleeping, and it’s every bit as heart-melting as you’d imagine.
Instagram video shows Golden Retriever holding owner’s hand every time she goes to sleep
The video shows a Golden Retriever named Gamja, who refuses to sleep without holding her owner’s hand. Onscreen text in the clip reads, “Some dogs can’t sleep without their blanket… mine can’t sleep without holding my hand.” As the camera zooms in on Gamja’s relaxed face, her teeth showing slightly, it shifts down to reveal her paw wrapped firmly around her owner’s hand.
Her owner said that at one point, she tried to gently slip her hand away after Gamja appeared to be dozing off. However, the dog wasn’t ready to let go. With a slight paw squeeze, Gamja pulled her owner’s hand back and settled again, clearly unwilling to sleep without the comfort. The video ends with Gamja peacefully resting as her owner softly scratches her. The whole scene is as calming and wholesome as it gets.
The comments section quickly filled with affection for the dog’s sweet routine. One user wrote, “The arm wrap is the best,” while another said, “She’s such a sweetheart.” Someone compared the pup to a child with a stuffed toy, writing, “Soft toy hand.” One viewer summed up the collective sentiment: “How can one resist these beautiful, lovable, most adorable babies?”
Much like humans, dogs sleep best when they feel safe and at ease. Creating a calm environment away from loud noises, paired with a supportive bed and a steady nighttime routine, can make a world of difference. As in Gamja’s case, petting, soft words, or even holding a paw may ease anxious or clingy dogs into sleep. Above all, what truly matters is providing a space where your dog feels secure enough to relax and rest fully.
