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If you thought loyalty was strictly a dog thing, these fluffy chickens are here to prove otherwise. These adorable hens follow their human around the garden like tiny feathered shadows, and people seriously can’t get enough.

At one point in the video, the “little fan club” squeezes under a fence to keep up with their beloved mom; at another, they stampede hilariously across the lawn, zeroing in on her from afar. No matter the lengths they go to track her, their rapid waddles and extra fluffy plumage make them an absolute delight to watch.

In addition to being the funniest chickens I’ve ever seen, they are also the fanciest. This particular breed is called a Pekin Bantam (there’s a cream Legbar hen in there as well), and this little gang contains both hens and cockerels (young males). Bantams are known for their dense plumage and extra feathery legs (one person commented that they were wearing “pantaloons”), which only add to their comical gait. I am officially in love with them, but until I can welcome some of my own, I will have to settle for watching (and rewatching) this video along with the rest of their fans.

“I love this video. It elevates my endorphins! I’ve been watching it continuously,” says one viewer.

“I’ve watched it 50 times, best thing on Insta,” agrees another.

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Why Chickens Sometimes Follow Their Humans Like This

While it might seem unusual, chickens can form strong bonds with the people who care for them—especially when they’re raised in close contact from a young age. As this blog post points out, “Chickens can be almost dog-like in loyalty, cuddliness, and temperament.” Over time, they begin to recognize their human as a source of food, safety, and routine, which naturally leads to this kind of following behavior. Many chickens genuinely enjoy human company, so their desire to be close isn’t always out of need; they can also follow their human parent as a sign of affection, like dogs.

The caption of this video illustrates this perfectly:

As it turns out, once chickens see you as part of their flock, sticking by your side just comes naturally.

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