There’s something about golden retrievers that makes them the ultimate chill dogs. Whether it’s a noisy toddler, a vacuum cleaner, or, in this case, a forest animal, they somehow stay completely unbothered.
That’s precisely what viewers saw in a hilarious TikTok video shared by @brownhikingtrails, which has already racked up over 800,000 likes, nearly 2,000 comments, and more than five million views. The clip, captioned “If he fits, he sits,” shows two golden retrievers lounging peacefully on a dog bed when an unexpected “guest” decides to join their nap.
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The Deer That Thought It Was a Golden Retriever
The moment starts innocently enough with the two golden retrievers sprawled out on their bed, looking cozy and content. Then, a deer casually wedges itself right between them, as if it’s the most natural thing in the world. One of the dogs barely opens his eyes, while the other politely sniffs his new “packmate.”
Viewers couldn’t get enough of the calm chaos. One commenter summed it up perfectly, writing, “Just gonna scooch in right here,” while another joked, “Does the deer think it’s a golden retriever or do the retrievers think they’re deer?” The comment section quickly became a comedy goldmine, with users quipping lines like, “They’ll suspect a thing—ahh deer,” and, “The deer said, ‘Don’t be suspicious, I look just like a dog.'” Someone else even added, “One of these is not like the others,” echoing what everyone was thinking.
Even the verified account for We Rate Dogs joined in on the fun, noting, “Love how he’s trying so hard not to be suspicious.” And honestly? They nailed it. The deer’s “nothing to see here” energy is truly unmatched, as it blends in so effortlessly that it’s hard not to believe they think they are just another golden retriever.
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Just Part of the Pack
What makes this video even more heartwarming is how naturally the trio interacts with each other. There’s no barking or fear. They simply have quiet acceptance, despite maybe a hint of confusion. It’s as if these goldens decided long ago that if an animal wants to join the nap, there’s room on the bed.
One user summed it up perfectly: “You can tell these dogs just think this deer is a weirdly shaped breed of dog.” It frankly offers a model for citizens of the world to treat one another, regardless of our differences.
From the gentle sniffs to the mutual grooming, it’s clear this unexpected friendship is something special. Whether the deer truly believes it’s one of the dogs—or just wanted in on the cozy vibes—it’s the kind of wholesome content we all need.
If this video made your day, you’ll love the adorable deer-themed pet bed at T.J. Maxx that has pet parents fawning, and the golden retriever whose hilarious reaction to a deer encounter had the internet cracking up. Whether it’s nap time or playtime, deer and dogs are proving they’re the most unexpected and heart-warming duo on PetTok.
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This story was originally reported by PetHelpful on Nov 3, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add PetHelpful as a Preferred Source by clicking here.