Golden Retriever Gets Treats From FedEx Driver And They Instantly Become Friends

There are a lot of jokes and assumptions about letter carriers and delivery drivers having problems with dogs on their routes, but in reality, some dogs have great relationships with those people. Case in point: this golden retriever and FedEx delivery driver have become fast friends — largely due to the many treats the goldie gets! It doesn't get any sweeter than this...

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The TikTok video shows a dog named Charlie eagerly waiting to say hi to the driver, who has more than enough treats on hand to keep the pup happy. In fact, they have a friendly enough relationship that the dog has no problem climbing aboard the truck...looking for treats, no doubt! We even get to see the two share a bonding moment when the dog plays catch with some treats. 

"I love how golden retrievers will never understand the concept of stranger danger," notes one person about how easily the pup was lured onto the truck, with another adding, "Charlie is so cute but has the survival instincts of a can of green beans." Meanwhile, we're going to go out on a limb and assume the two have met before, as the delivery driver clearly knew the pup's name and they seem to share a similar friendship as this Bernese mountain dog who has bonded with the mailman.

Ever wonder why your normally sweet pup suddenly turns into home security when the mail carrier or delivery driver shows up? As with a lot of other actions from dogs, it all comes down to natural instinct.

Dogs are innately protective of their home and family "pack," so when a stranger walks up the driveway or heads toward the front door, your dog assumes it's time to defend their territory. To them, that person isn't bringing a needed package; they're invading their space. The ironic part is that your dog thinks their barking is what has sent the intruder away, even though the person was really just done with their job once the mail or package was set down. Still, your newly minted guard dog proudly believes they chased the threat away, proving to them that their running and barking have worked and been rewarded, which makes the habit seem necessary and fruitful to your pet.

Another reason dogs may not like letter carriers and delivery drivers is that they often look and sound different from most visitors, with big, noisy trucks; unusual-looking hats and uniforms; and bulky packages that can all seem scary or suspicious. Unlike friends or family who come inside and say hello, these workers don't usually stick around long enough for a dog to realize they're perfectly harmless — unless, of course, they come bearing treats and looking to make new four-legged friends.