A beautiful moment can unite people, and even animals, with nothing in common. Whether it’s strangers shedding a tear over a dog park proposal or animals from different species meeting for the first time, it’s impossible not to appreciate these wholesome moments as the ones that make life worth living.
No one knows this better than the merle Border Collie and his dad, who were caught in the middle of an iconic autumn memory in the making on October 22. They couldn’t resist taking a minute to play and frolic in the beautiful fall leaves! @Baldura, the man who caught this sweet moment on camera, couldn’t wait to share it with his TikTok followers, but not even he could have guessed that it would go viral overnight.
Aww! I don’t think this could be any cuter. From the Border Collie’s playful hops to his dad tossing the leaves, it’s clear they’re making the most of their time in Paris together. This dog has no idea that he’s living out a moment some people only dream of!
“Witnessing this could turn even the worst day into a happy one,” commented @stephaniiegrace. I couldn’t agree more! There’s nothing quite like a happy dog to put the cherry on top of a beautiful fall day in France.
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As luck would have it, @baldura’s video found its way to the Border Collie’s dad! He formally introduced everyone to Ujjaï, the four-legged movie star, and he even shared his view of the very same moment.
The leaves in Ujjaï’s mouth are too cute! Between his impressive jumps and his neverending energy, it seems like he found a new game he could play all day long. No wonder @oliwia.journal said, “This is the most Border Collie thing ever.”
Dogs in Fall
It’s so heartwarming to know that playing in a golden blanket of leaves is a universal autumnal experience, but it’s especially sweet to see that dogs get to have fun with fall festivities, too. They deserve it! From autumn-themed charcuterie boards to family Halloween costumes that include your dog, there are many ways to ensure your furry friend enjoys fall just as much as you do.
According to some dogs, though, not everything about this time of year is enjoyable to our four-legged friends. One French Bulldog waged a war on his neighbor’s massive skeleton lawn decoration, and he won’t rest until Halloween has come and gone!
Even if the spooky season isn’t your dog’s style, there are so many cozy fall activities you can enjoy together. Don’t be afraid to get creative like this French dog dad!
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This story was originally reported by PetHelpful on Oct 28, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add PetHelpful as a Preferred Source by clicking here.