There are so many fake AI pet videos floating around the internet these days that wading through them to find actual animals can feel like a full-time job. Sometimes the clips are obviously fake, but other times it takes a few minutes before you realize you’ve been fooled. (Looking at you, bunnies on a trampoline.)

That’s why when people came across a video of Archie, a picture-perfect Golden Retriever, and Poe, his beautiful Black Cat bestie, many assumed it had to be another AI creation. The lighting, the symmetry, the flawless fur, it all looked too good to be true. But this time, the internet was wrong. Archie and Poe are 100% real, and they’re proving that perfection doesn’t need filters or algorithms, just a whole lot of friendship. Just check out how perfect they are! They look like a Saturday morning cartoon.

The sweet video was shared on the @the.archie.and.poe.show TikTok account, and the comments do not disappoint. One comment read, “This looks like the perfect ad for a veterinary clinic.” It really does! Someone else said, “Every Golden Retriever needs a Black Cat.”

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Someone else said, “This looks like a perfect buddy adventure movie, and I need to know how it ends.” Another person replied, “They don’t even look real! They look animated.”

Archie and Poe’s friendship proves that real life can still outshine technology. I’ll take the adorable bond between two real-life fur babies over a computer-generated duo any day!

If you are considering getting your cat a dog or vice versa, keep reading.

5 Reasons Dogs and Cats Make Great Friends

1.Opposites attract. Cats and dogs have totally different personalities, but that’s what makes their friendships magical. One brings energy, the other calm, and together they balance each other out.

2. They learn from each other. Dogs often pick up a cat’s patience (well, sometimes), and cats learn that not all barking means chaos. It’s mutual respect, with occasional paw slaps.

3. Shared curiosity. Both love to explore, whether it’s a cardboard box or a backyard adventure; they’re natural partners in mischief.

4. Built-in emotional support. Cats can sense when dogs are anxious, and dogs often protect their feline friends in return. It’s the ultimate comfort team.

5. They remind us that love isn’t about species. Whether it’s Archie and Poe cuddled together or your own pets napping side by side, these unlikely friendships show that connection doesn’t care about differences.

Are your cat and dog besties? Did it take time for them to warm up to each other? Let us know all about it in the comments!

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This story was originally reported by Parade Pets on Oct 27, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.