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After receiving plenty of pets and attention, a dog's next ask is usually to play. It doesn't matter who is around, they'll beg and plead with anybody nearby to pick up the toy. And yes, it makes no difference if that person is a tiny newborn.
A golden retriever recently tried his luck with the newest addition to the family. The unfortunate part is that the dog does not quite understand that this baby is not old enough to play.
In the December 22 TikTok video posted to the account @kenziehopecole, 1-year-old Donzi is sitting next to the couch with the biggest smile on his face. He placed the ball right next to his new baby sister's head. The 3-month-old baby was napping, but that didn't stop Donzi from asking.
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The caption reads what probably went through this dog's mind: "Maybe if I place it in her hand. She must not have seen it."
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This sweet dog was ever so hopeful the ball would be thrown. The owner told Newsweek that Donzi would lay toys next to her at the beginning and now it has progressed to him wanting to play with her.
"He set the ball next to her and when she didn't grab it, he gently set it in her hand to help," the owner said. "He will sit there and stare until she throws it. He will be waiting a while."
It won't be long before she's big enough to throw the ball right back to him.
The precious clip has captured the internet's heart, bringing in over 1.6 million views, 87,100 likes, and nearly 200 comments.
"Y'all told him his best friend was coming and she's not living up to his expectations," said a viewer.
A different user added: "Our dog did this and the joy in his whole body the first time our first daughter threw it back was worth it. Then with each kid, she knew to be patient."
Introducing Dogs and Babies
Parents welcoming a new baby will try preparing their dog for the upcoming change before the newborn is ever brought home. But even with all the preparation in the world, there is no guarantee the transition will be seamless.
The American Kennel Club advises owners to center and calm themselves first because dogs will be able to pick up on their energy. If you're anxious or worried, then your dog might feel anxious too. Talk to your vet about ways to support your dog through anxiety if they cannot seem to shake it.
The AKC article continues by saying to take baby steps with the introduction. It is important to create tiny successes with the dog and baby. Build the foundation and grow from there. Reward the positive interactions.
Other popular tips to introduce your dog to a new baby include introducing them to new sounds and smells. Parents will oftentimes bring home the baby's blanket from the hospital for their dog to smell and get used to. Remember, slow and steady wins the race.
Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@newsweek.com with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
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