Adorably Clingy Goldendoodle Leaps Over Couch In Excitement When Mom Comes Home
Who doesn't enjoy a warm welcome upon returning home after being away? In a funny TikTok video that's been viewed more than 40,000 times, Knox the goldendoodle is so excited to see his owner that he runs straight for her — dramatically leaping over the couch in the process — then jumps up on her and excitedly wags his tail. Every fiber of Knox's being conveys enthusiasm and joy at being reunited with his mom.
@that.dood.knox No better welcome home #goldendoodle #happydog #clingydog
"Your pup figured the quickest way to you is a straight line!! Their love for you can't wait!!" one viewer wrote. Some people described heartwarming experiences with their own clingy goldendoodles. "Oh my word this is a daily occurrence at my house!" one commented, while another shared, "LOL. Every time I return, doesn't matter if it's 5 min or 5 hrs." One person offered a sobering reminder of why we should appreciate every moment we have with our precious pets: "I would eat it up 🥰🥰🥰🥰 They aren't here that long with us."
The loving nature of a goldendoodle
Goldendoodles are one of the most popular types of doodle dogs. They are the result of combining two beloved breeds: the golden retriever (one of the most loving dog breeds) and the poodle (one of the smartest dog breeds in the world).
Golden retrievers are known to be friendly and eager to please, while poodles tend to be smart and people-oriented. When you combine all of these traits, you end up with playful, loving, loyal goldendoodles who are easy to train and who crave interaction with their owners. They love to be close by, whether that means leaning on an owner's leg or climbing up onto a lap, and their clingy natures have led many people to nickname these animals Velcro dogs.
This need to be close, coupled with high intelligence and high energy, can lead some goldendoodles to be labeled as dramatic. As Knox's owner wrote on an Instagram video: "I'm a personal assistant to a fluffy toddler with the drama levels of a reality TV star."