Golden Retriever Appoints Himself the New Kitten's Bodyguard-and He Takes the Job Seriously
Introducing a new pet to your pack can always be a little intimidating, but sometimes it results in a reaction you never saw coming!
Jessica of @jessicalgagnon on TikTok got exactly that when introducing her tiny new baby kitten to her dogs. Her Golden Retriever took to the new sibling immediately, and self-appointed themselves as the precious baby's new bodyguard.
The results? Adorable, and very entertaining.
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People were quick to compare it to human babies and how we warn anyone around not to wake the baby-and it does seem similar!
"you wake this baby you in trouble..."
"Hahaha the way the kitty is totally oblivious "
"That's her baby! Don't wake her baby."
What It Means When Your Dog 'Guards' Another Pet
While guarding can be very cute and a sign that your pets are bonded, it's not something to take too lightly and you should definitely keep your eye on it as the human/owner. Any type of "guarding" can be resource guarding and lead to reactivity. As with everything, safety comes first.
Guarding another pet can stem from a few things. It could be insecurity, or wanting to make sure they get enough attention. It could be derived from your dog feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated. Or there could be something happening physically and this is your dog's way of expressing that.
Regardless of the "why" behind the guarding, it's important to react appropriately as the human. Do not punish your dog simply for expressing warning signs because the warning signs do nothing to address the root cause. Tandem training and establishing structure is a great way to mitigate anything unsafe. And in the case that you feel like it's outside of your capabilities, always consult a professional.
All to say, it's always best to monitor the situation and take care to make sure all of your fur babies stay safe. You're the ultimate bodyguard after all!
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This story was originally published June 15, 2026 at 12:05 PM.