Dog Places Favorite Toy on Couch Beside Owner’s Pillows in Adorable Act of Love

A miniature Bernedoodle from New York has warmed hearts on TikTok after a sweet and thoughtful gesture toward her owner was caught on camera. The moment, shared by dog mom Stephanie Rose (@stephanniieerose), shows the pup bringing her favorite toy over to the couch and placing it beside the decorative cushions—because she believes they’re her owner’s toys.

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The now-viral video shows the dog sitting peacefully in her donut-shaped bed, seemingly content. The camera then pans to the couch, where Stephanie had just rearranged her throw pillows. Nestled between them is a small stuffed cat—her dog’s favorite toy. The overlaid text on the clip reads: “Soulmated so hard that every time I put my pillows back on the couch, she adds her favorite toy because she thinks they’re my toys.”

Stephanie explained in the caption, “Does this makes sense because I’m crying. Also, she’s been doing this since she was a baby—every time without fail.”

Originally posted on May 20, the video quickly drew attention as part of a lighthearted TikTok trend showcasing quirky and emotional “soulmate” moments between humans and their pets. With over 395,000 views, the video has stirred laughter, tears, and endless admiration from viewers who saw themselves in the affectionate routine.

Dogs are known for their deep emotional intelligence, and many form strong attachments to toys for comfort and companionship. Just like people, they often associate certain items with positive memories or emotional security. Stephanie’s dog seems to have developed an even deeper meaning—believing that her human’s pillows are personal toys, and that hers should be placed there too, as a loving gesture of sharing.

Another dog of the owner’s look at them as they pan the camera

Experts say that dogs often mimic behaviors of those they’re closely bonded with. In this case, the Bernedoodle may see her owner’s comfort zone—the couch—as a shared space where personal items belong. By placing her beloved toy there, she may be expressing trust, love, and even a desire to contribute to what she sees as “home.”

TikTok users couldn’t get enough. One commenter wrote, “Making her house a home,” while another added, “She’s decorating.” Others chimed in with heartfelt messages like, “She must think you’re so cute cuddling with your toys,” and “She’s just a little girl.”

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Some even joked through their tears. “Okay, well now I’m crying in bed… which is not unusual but still not appreciated,” wrote one viewer.

This tiny dog’s thoughtful routine serves as a gentle reminder of how pets understand love—and show it, in their own soft and simple ways.

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This content was created with AI assistance and edited by the iHeartDogs team.