Touching Video: Dad's Resolve Melts as Family Adopts Perfect Dog

Jaxon Wildwood

Updated Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In a delightful and touching video titled "Dad: We are not getting a dog today…" on Imgur, a father's firm stance on not adopting a dog quickly dissolves into a touching adoption moment. The video begins with the dad resolutely stating, "I'm telling you right now, I don't care if we go in and we find the perfect dog, we are not getting a dog today. Do you understand?" However, as the video progresses, it becomes clear that this determined declaration is about to be tested.

As the family encounters a particularly endearing dog, the father's resolve weakens. "I think that might be it," he concedes, clearly moved by the dog's charm. The adorable canine sits obediently, further winning over the family. "She does like you. You're a cute little girl," the dad remarks, clearly smitten. The video captures the touching moment when the dad starts to reconsider, asking, "How much are you? All right, here's the deal. What do you think?"

This heartfelt scene has resonated with many viewers. One user commented, "Nobody goes 'just to look' who isn’t at least considering adopting," highlighting the emotional connection people often form with animals. Another user celebrated the adoption with a triumphant, "ADOPTED! Boom!" The video has even touched those who claim to be tough, with a comment saying, "I love it when the big burly man melts at the first kiss."

Many viewers related to the dad's initial reluctance and eventual change of heart. One remarked, "Every time I’ve said we are not getting a dog today, we have ended up getting a dog that day." Another added, "There is no love more pure than the love between a grumpy dad and the dog he didn’t want," encapsulating the universal appeal of such moments.

The video also sparked a discussion on the benefits of having dogs in the household. One user shared, "One of the greatest things about my husband is he agrees with me when I say, dogs are not negotiable. He had a dog when we got married as did I. We’ve had two kids, and while our two dogs have since passed within a year we adopted another dog. Once we got a bigger place we adopted a second. I am a happier, less stressed human/wife/mother with a dog in the house, and I’m forever grateful I have a husband who understands that. And lucky enough to be able to care for and afford dogs."

The video has sparked joy and tears alike, with one user humorously noting, "Onions- damn people cutting up onions." Another user joked about the dad's speech, saying, "Dad was not giving that speech to the kid, he was giving that to himself. Luckily he failed to convince himself! :D"

In summary, this touching video showcases the powerful bond that can quickly form between humans and animals, leading to life-changing decisions and immeasurable joy. Whether you are a dog lover or simply enjoy seeing genuine moments of love and connection, this video is sure to warm your heart.

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Top Comments from Imgur

littlecoatfatguy

Nobody goes “just to look” who isn’t at least considering adopting.

hodaddelve****o

I love it when the big burly man melts at the first kiss.

oprondek1978

ADOPTED ! Boom!

Chickychookchook

Onions- damn people cutting up onions.

k98aj01

One of the greatest things about my husband is he agrees with me when I say, dogs are not negotiable. He had a dog when we got married as did I. We’ve had two kids, and while our two dogs have since passed within a year we adopted another dog. Once we got a bigger place we adopted a second. I am a happier, less stressed human/wife/mother with a dog in the house, and I’m forever grateful I have a husband who understands that. And lucky enough to be able to care for and afford dogs.

ssemm

Every time I’ve said we are not getting a dog today, we have ended up getting a dog that day.

ChanceVersusLuck

Dogs like "I vote yes!"

MikeRInternetTraveler

There is no love more pure than the love between a grumpy dad and the dog he didn’t want.

WellWellWellLookWhoItIs

The only way to guarantee you are not getting a dog today is to not go.

tarquinious

They're all good dogs Bront (but this one looks especially good).

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