There may not be a better treat than warm hugs with your pet, and what is better if the hugs are initiated by the furry friend? Instagram user @wally.meets.world shared a video of one such Golden Retriever that has now become a fan favorite. In the video, Wally, a beautiful dog, hugs his owner in every moment they share, and everyone, including his viewers, approves of his new habit. The Instagram Reel opens with the on-screen caption, “taught my dog how to give hugs and now it’s all he does.”
Owner says dog loves hugging people as a way of showing love in video
One by one, the video shows footage of the dog sharing a hug with his owner. From Wally sitting in the car snuggled into his owner’s shoulder to cuddling up on the couch, each montage shows pure affection.
The Golden Retriever rests his head against his owner’s chest like a child, and each hug looks as real and loving as the last one. The video’s caption reads, “Once he figured out there was a way to show people how much he loved them, he couldn’t stop.” As such, according to his owner and the video, showing love through hugs has become the dog’s favorite thing to do. Whether at home, out for a stroll, or lounging outdoors, the Golden boy just wants to share his warmth.
Viewers instantly fell in love with Wally’s sweet nature, with one commenting, “OK WAIT I FEEL LIKE CRYING,” as they highlighted, “THIS IS SO CUTE.” Another added, “He truly is the sweetest.” A third user commented, “I would never go to work again… just hugs all day.” The reactions kept pouring in, “I would love to get a hug from Wally,” one wrote, while another called him “a gentle soul.”
The comments under the heartwarming video proved how much comfort people found in a dog’s simple hug. In a world that often feels heavy, Wally reminds us how easy love can be.
