Golden Retriever Puppies are pretty hard to resist. With their sweet faces, fluffy fur, and happy-go-lucky energy, they’re basically four-legged beams of sunshine.
But even the most social pup sometimes has an encounter that gives them pause. For Poppi, it wasn’t a scary Halloween decoration or a noisy vacuum: it was a group of friendly piggies. After trotting over to say hello, tail wagging and curiosity leading the way, it happened. One loud oink sent her running in the opposite direction!
Of course, the story doesn’t end there. In fact, it gets even better.
Check out this brave little social butterfly in an adorable TikTok shared by @pearl.the.golden.girl on October 19:
Poppi’s curiosity couldn’t be contained. Even after that first oink startled her, she tiptoed right back to the pigpen. Her mom captured it perfectly with the caption: “One brave sniff at a time.” Before long, that little tail was wagging wildly, and she was right back in the mix.
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Her friendly spirit quickly won over an entire drove of piggy pals. Even her big sister Pearl wandered over to check things out. There were nose boops, curious sniffs, and one happy puppy taking it all in.
But the best part for me was when Poppi finally rested alongside her new friends and relaxed like she’d known them forever. My heart could barely handle the cuteness.
And it wasn’t just me. TikTok users couldn’t get enough of the sweet moment. Viewer @saralizz gushed, “As a pig farmer and dog lover, I approve this message!”
While @hammyandbrody added, “One brave sniff away from a full-blown rom-com.”
And @bunlunone summed it up perfectly: “That is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen!”
For more Golden goodness, watch Pearl and Poppi enjoying a taste of fall:
Golden Retrievers and Their Friendly Nature
Golden Retrievers have a well-earned reputation for being social, loyal, and incredibly gentle. According to Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida, Goldens are known for their easygoing temperament and strong desire to befriend people and other animals.
Their natural friendliness makes them one of the most popular family dogs in the country. That sweet temperament was exactly what was on display when Poppi met her new farmyard buddies. She may have been a little unsure at first, but like most Goldens, her curiosity and happy spirit won out.
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Watching Poppi find the courage to befriend a group of piggies is wholesome joy. It’s a reminder of what makes dogs so special. They lead with their hearts, overcome their fears, and always seem to find a way to make friends. And really, we could all learn a little something from them.
This story was originally reported by Parade Pets on Oct 31, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.