Dogs are pack animals by nature, and because of that, some of them need a furry companion to be their happiest selves. A second pup offers a little more freedom to go about your business without feeling as guilty because you know they always have a friend by their side. Plus, getting your dog a dog means double the fun and double the sweet memories!
Nala represents everything good about Golden Retrievers, but there was something missing. This sociable girl desperately tried to make new friends everywhere she went, so Mom did the only logical thing and brought home the BEST surprise for Nala!
The precious montage shared by @nalabance shows how it started versus where things are today, five months later. Getting a little Golden Retriever brother named Buddy was everything Nala wished for, and more. You can tell from their early interactions that they’d be the best of friends, and it’s only gotten better from there.
With such a heartwarming collection of core memories, this is one video that sent hundreds of the twosome’s followers over the edge with emotion.
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“You can tell she’s the kindest soul. Angels don’t have wings—they have fur and four paws,” one person wrote. “Every dog deserves a dog! Especially Golden Retrievers,” another declared. “All I do is come on this app and cry. What a beautiful dog, what a soul. What a privilege to know love like that,” another fan added.
If you haven’t had your daily cry just yet (and the first clip didn’t do it), Mom put together another collection of Nala and Buddy’s loving moments, and yes, it gets even sweeter.
Between Nala teaching him how to play and all the cuddles in between, this is what true, unconditional love looks like. Now, neither will ever be lonely again.
Go Ahead and Get Your Dog a Dog
If Nala and Buddy haven’t convinced you to get your dog a life partner, VCA Hospitals explains that adding a second dog to the house comes with more benefits than challenges.
There’s the obvious companionship to keep your first pup from feeling lonely, but together, they get more exercise and can mentally and emotionally keep one another stimulated. If adopted through a shelter, you’re also freeing up that space for them to take in another pet in need.
If worries over training a second dog are an issue, a lot of the time, the resident pup is more than helpful in training the newcomer on the lay of the land. Likewise, bringing in a younger dog can make your senior feel like a puppy again.
While a second fur child isn’t ideal for everyone—or even every dog—many (like Nala) are more than grateful for their new bud!
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This story was originally published by Parade Pets on Nov 30, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.