16 Precious Dogs Who Love Their Grandmas So Much

Dogs generally don't have much contact with their real grandmothers. They're lucky if they get to meet both parents (dogs aren't exactly known for being amazing fathers). But their human grandmothers? That's a completely different story. These are the parents of their human adopters, and they often lavish love on their furriest grandchildren.

Dogs and grandmas just get each other. Maybe it's because grandmas have mastered the art of unconditional love after raising their own children. Maybe it's because they have plenty of patience and absolutely zero interest in enforcing rules about treats before dinner. Or maybe dogs just instinctively recognize a soft touch and a warm lap when they see one.

Whatever the reason, when Grandma walks through the door, everything gets better. Tails wag, and house rules mysteriously disappear. Suddenly, it's perfectly acceptable to eat steak at the dinner table or share a donut in bed. If you ever doubted that grandmas and dogs were a lovely match, let these heart-melting reunions convince you.

When Grandma's involved, Chewy's ready for anything, even if it means being turned into a live snowman! A much-loved Facebook video shows Grandma and Chewy's snow day adventure. It starts with 96-year-old Grandma standing in a few inches of glittering white powder, her gloved hands spread wide in anticipation of furry hugs and snuggles. We don't get to see the giant Newfoundland bounding toward her, but we do get to see him lapping up her love.

Then, the snow games begin. Grandma realizes that there's no need to build a snow creature from scratch when there's a willing model right in front of you. She piles snow on top of Chewy's head, and he accepts every snowflake. His face looks a bit serious, but the @Chewythenewfoundland account assured a commenter that "he is SO happy with this snow." Snow plus Grandma is the perfect combo in Chewy's eyes. He's thriving in the winter cold.

Grandma's figured out the way to Bowser's heart: just offer him steak. You can see the pair's relationship bloom in a Facebook video posted by the family. Grandma sits at the dinner table, giggling and handfeeding Bowser thick slices of steak. The dog can barely believe his good luck. He stares at the remaining steak like he's about to pounce on it. Luckily, he doesn't need to be so crafty. Grandma can't resist his wrinkly, furry face, so she slings him another slice. "Friends, now?" Someone asks as Bowser breaks into a big canine smile.

Bowser is a giant mastiff that's practically as tall as Grandma. Viewers adored seeing that massive dog melt into a sweetheart around her. One commenter said they "love the interaction between grandma and furgrand," while another said, "Grandma has a BFF for sure." By the end of the video, Bowser even gives Grandma a sweet glance.

When Wally learned that Grandma was coming, he was so excited he couldn't stay inside. He had to see her as soon as possible, so he moved to his home's upper front deck, where he could watch the car arrive. A Facebook video shows the golden retriever standing on his hind legs, his paws resting on the railing, and his tail wagging furiously. He's not even facing the camera, yet he still radiates happiness.

Grandma's arrival turns Wally into a puppy again. He gleefully races downstairs and meets her at the white picket fence protecting the property. He pops up on his hind legs to say hello, but this time, more than his tail is moving. He literally hops in anticipation. It's a justified feeling, because Grandma came bearing gifts — a brown stuffed monkey that's an immediate favorite, and a brown paper bag that he'll clearly play with later.

Instagrammers fell in love with a video of Poppy eagerly waiting for Grandma and Grandpa. The clip shows her staring out the living room window as they arrive, her tail shaking so fast that her whole body wiggles. She's like a little kid waiting for her turn with Santa. The wiggle dance continues when Poppy meets Grandma and Grandpa at the front door. She starts her big hello before they cross the threshold, rushing outside and sniffing the goodies they brought.

She's not greedy, however. She's a perfect doggy host. Some hosts offer their guests wine, others set the tone with light snacks and music. Poppy keeps her guests comfortable by immediately bringing them a toy to play with. She grabs a stuffed green turtle and presents it to both Grandma and Grandpa in succession. "Oh, Poppy, you are so silly and sweet..." one smitten fan commented. Another added, "Good girl, Poppy, you got them a gift."

Lulu also believes in presenting gifts to her guests. In an Instagram video, the bully dog gathers two toys in preparation for Grandma's arrival. She ultimately settles on a thick orange stuffy that barely fits in her mouth. Grandma doesn't care about the toy, though; all of her attention is focused on adorable Lulu.

The excitement began with two simple words, "Grandma's here!" Lulu knows what those words mean, and she reacts so strongly that you can almost see the joy coursing through her frame. She runs, jumps, and barks in elation. Grandma is almost equally pleased with the reunion. She scratches Lulu's short fur and gives her kisses on the couch. The pair is obviously enamored with each other. Lulu's family explained in a comment that they enjoy filming Grandma and Lulu because they're so sweet together. American bully dogs look tough with their large, muscular bodies, but they're actually known for being quite gentle.

Zoe can suss out who's really on her side. A Facebook video captured Zoe snuggling up with her biggest defender, Grandma. It turns out Mom delayed breakfast, and Zoe was not happy about it. Stick to the schedule, please. Grandma lived up to the reputation of grandmas everywhere and made sure her (fur) baby was happy and well-fed. The short video begins with her pointing out how much calmer Zoe is after she eats.

Grandma also decides to lay down a new food law for Mom. Don't mess with princess Zoe's meals! As Grandma says, "Give her what she needs from the beginning." The blunt tone won over quite a few viewers. "I totally agree with G'ma!!! Zoe rules lol," one commented. Another added, "Spoken like every grandma around the world." Zoe spends the rest of the encounter sprawled across Grandma's lap getting a massage.

Grandma, Wilson, and Daisy form the perfect sweet trio. The bond started in 2020 when Grandma met teensy baby Wilson. It was love at first sight. Grandma cuddled him, played with him, and took him outside to enjoy the fresh air. "That's grandma's dog," someone commented on an Instagram video depicting their close relationship.

Adding Daisy to the mix could have been disastrous, as two young dachshunds can have quite lively personalities. However, cuteness prevailed, and the trio now acts like lifelong best friends. Which, they almost are from the dogs' point of view. Grandma came into their lives when they were very young. The video lets you see the dogs grow up and become even closer to Grandma. They squirm all over her lap and follow at her heels when she walks. The dogs have almost identical coats, so there's an aesthetic pleasure in watching them move side-by-side.

If Radley had her way, she would bound into the yard and greet Grandma and Grandpa the second they arrived. Why wait for formalities like saying hi at the front door? Unfortunately, Radley's humans are less keen about a muscular dog rushing outside, so she has to follow a simple rule: When guests come over, the dog has to sit quietly on the couch until the person is inside.

It sounds easy enough. But a popular Instagram video shows just how hard it truly is for Radley to sit still. She knows Grandma and Grandpa are coming, and she can't wait to greet them. The excitement proves to be too much; Radley launches five couch prison escapes, only to be sent back each time. Finally, the grandpawrents make it to the living room. Grandma gets a few snuggles in first, then it's Grandpa's turn for a few Radley head pats.

Harvey climbed onto Grandma's lap like he knew exactly where he wanted to be. Over 10,000 TikTokers watched a clip of Harvey and Grandma bonding in the living room. It might have been filmed when their relationship was new, as Grandma appears surprised when Harvey chooses to sit with her. She's lounging in a big chair with a blanket thrown over her legs when Harvey decides to squeeze his big body into the chair too. Leaning against someone is one of the ways dogs show love.

@abbyanddogss

Harv loves grandma #dogtok #dogsoftiktok

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Harvey's awkward movements, combined with Grandma's exaggerated expressions, could make anyone crack a smile. When Harvey first clambered onto her legs, her lips fell into a picture-perfect "o" of surprise. The shocked look quickly softens into a big smile as she rubs Harvey's head. It's hard not to like such a cute dog. One of Harvey's fans commented, "I've met hundreds of dogs, and Harvey still seems like one of the sweetest babies."

Atlas might pick cheese as his one true love, but he has a lot of affection for Grandma, too. Especially when she comes prepared with a hunk of the good stuff. A sweet TikTok video shows giant Atlas devouring a cheese stick held by Grandma. The treat only lasts a few seconds, yet Atlas seems to believe she has an endless supply. After his last cheesy bite, he keeps poking his nose at Grandma's hands, trying to get more cheese or at least the plastic wrapper.

@the_oakie_dokie

My grandma learned about the "cheese tax" when Atlas came to visit her 😂 He might be 200lbs, but he will always think he's a little lap puppy 🥹💙 #gentlegiant #dogsoftiktok #grandmalove

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Grandma's strong enough to rebuff Atlas' plastic-eating attempt, despite the fact that the dog is 200 pounds and obviously far heavier than she is. Like many Great Danes, Atlas is a gentle giant and more of a couch potato than an energetic athlete. When he's done trying for the plastic, Atlas turns around and plops his bum on Grandma's lap. She doesn't mind that he's far too big for that move.

Risky and Peach give Grandma the kind of welcome that turns people into lifelong dog lovers. They're exuberantly happy to see her, to the degree that everyone else in the room simply disappears. They have eyes only for Grandma. A charming Facebook video starts with the mother-daughter canine pair waiting impatiently at the front door for Grandma. They'd love to say hi right there, but a text overlay reveals that the human granddaughter realized 95-year-old Grandma should be safely in a chair before she greets two fully grown golden retrievers.

It turns out to be a very smart precaution. The dogs would never want to hurt Grandma, but their high energy and extreme excitement make them quite jumpy. With Grandma sitting down, they can jump around her legs without knocking her over. It's the perfect solution because she loves being around Risky and Peach.

Miss Mochi is the ultimate lap puppy. The plump, pampered dog is exactly where she belongs when she's on Grandma's lap. You can watch them snuggling in a TikTok video with almost 50,000 likes. "Are you sure that's a dog?" one commenter asked. Mochi lounges with Grandma the same way that a human might. She leans her back against Grandma's chest and relaxes her limbs.

@missmochithegolden

too precious 🥹 . . . . #puppylove #goldenretrieverpuppies #goldenpupcrew #foryoupage #puppies #dog

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Another commenter said, "You're so freaking adorable, Mochi!" The golden retriever pup is a charmer who could amass fans with her own cuteness. However, there's something special about the Mochi-Grandma pairing. While many of the dog-and-grandma moments we've mentioned were high-energy, Mochi represents the softer side of puppy love. She exudes sweetness and gentle trust when she's in Grandma's arms. Grandma's very relaxed, too. Her demeanor demonstrates why golden retrievers are often sent on hospital rounds to interact with patients. These dogs have the power to make people happy.

Marge's family filmed her reaction when Grandma came over while she was outside. The resulting Instagram video is a study in longing at first, as Marge paws at the back door, trying to be let inside. She doesn't want to be in the backyard when one of her favorite humans has just arrived at the house. The door is mostly clear glass, so Marge can see Grandma standing in the living room. What Grandma can see is a huge, pure white dog wiggling her whole body and pawing for attention. A viewer commented that "Marge looks like the Polar Bear in the Coca-Cola Christmas commercial."

When Marge makes it inside, she's all about Grandma. She follows her around with her thick, stumpy tail wagging furiously. Her affections are very quiet, however. She doesn't bark, yelp, or whine, things many other dogs do when they're excited.

It's a tale as old as time. Mom says no sweets, and Grandma loads the little one up with sugar the second her back is turned. It doesn't matter whether the baby is a human or a sweet-faced dog named Poppy. Poppy's mom filmed a TikTok video to illustrate just how spoiled the dog is at Grandma's house. It's snack time, and no one's reaching for kibble. Instead, Grandma and Poppy are munching on Dunkin' Donuts.

@princess.poppyyy

Grandmas house, where rules dont exist and you get whatever you want whenever you want 🤣🤣👑👑 (grandmas also dont listen to the mom 😭) #dogtok #spoileddog #boxerdog #fyp #doglover

♬ original sound – Princess Poppy

Poppy follows obediently while Grandma takes her donut to bed and gets under the covers. Unsurprisingly, Poppy loves her pink-frosted treat. She takes big bites and seems to appreciate the flavor. Even Grandma has a few nibbles. When they're done eating, Grandma and Poppy switch to cuddling in bed. Someone commented, "Omg Poppy has the best life ever," and it's true; few dogs get treated to Dunkin' Donuts. Yes, Poppy shouldn't have sugary junk food all the time, but as a rare treat, a donut is a nice surprise.

Elvis' whole family admits that he's spoiled by Grandma. An Instagram video captioned "when you get home from your all-inclusive resort (grandma's house)" reveals exactly how much pampering the black Labrador receives. Grandma lies in bed with Elvis, kissing his head and feeding him by hand. She's also willing to feed him from a plate and share her own food with him. At one point, the video shows Elvis chowing down on a half-eaten ice cream cone.

A few commenters said Elvis must've gained some weight eating all that good food. Others paid more attention to Elvis' disappointed face when he got back to his own home. He wants the king treatment all the time, complete with regular ice cream cones! A viewer who was on Elvis' side commented, "Grandma needs to move in with you." Elvis would definitely be happy with that plan.

Can a feisty young border collie control itself enough to be around a Grandma who's taking it slow? Little Maeve can. She's a ball of energy, but she never gets too rough with Grandma. She proves that border collies deserve all the praise they get for their smarts. In a TikTok video showing the two together, the worst Grandma has to deal with is intense licking bouts. Maeve seems to especially love licking the skin behind Grandma's ears.

@maeve.the.border

The unbreakable bond between a girl dog and her grandma. I love these two so much. #bordercollie #girldog #dogsoftiktok #dogs #puppy

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The video is captioned "the unbreakable bond between a girl dog and her grandma." You don't have to watch the whole thing to be convinced that the caption didn't lie. Maeve and Grandma truly do have a special connection. They love being around each other, and you can see it in the way Grandma's eyes light up when Maeve gets near. She doesn't mind having dog slobber on her ears if it means spending time with her beloved pup.