Golden Retriever Kneads Stuffed Animal Like a Cat-and It's Absolutely Precious
What a gentle boy! Everyone needs a little comfort sometimes. The world can be a tough place! For a Golden Retriever on the internet, he needs a little TLC from time-to-time. Which is why he turns to his favorite stuffed animal for some love. Video of the dog kneading the toy like he's a little cat is so precious. It's really a sight to see!
Nacho is a needy boy. Luckily, he has something there to turn to when he needs a little support. Stuffed animals can be incredibly comforting to dogs, as you can see in the clip below.
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Someone is looking a little glum. It looks like he needs a pal. Thankfully, the Golden Retriever isn't alone. The Golden pup has his favorite stuffy close by and he was willing to reach for him in his moment of need.
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Awwww, what a sweet boy. What's even cuter is that it seems like the Golden Retriever is kneading the toy like he's making dough. If he was a cat they'd say he was making biscuits. It's so cute!
The dog's human also clarified that there wasn't anything seriously wrong with Nacho, "he just enjoys making a biscuit or two with his stuffies before taking a nap."
Commenters were so smitten with Nacho.
"I bet he makes the best biscuits," wrote one person.
"Our Lab at 12 years old still does this too," chimed in another commenter.
"I get such JOY from seeing these. Thank you so much," gushed another person.
"His sweetness is much needed thank you," wrote one commenter.
Why Dogs Knead
Nacho isn't alone in his kneading habit. Many dogs knead! There's a pretty interesting reason why this is true. It's not a stress response, it's actually a way that some dogs wind down before bed. Some people even view digging as a form of kneading, although that isn't always a desirable habit as it can lead to mess in the yard.
There is nothing to worry about if your dog starts kneading! It's instinctual and is way they can feel cozy before going to sleep.
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This story was originally published May 19, 2026 at 1:30 PM.