Have you ever heard of a dog with a unique mealtime ritual? Meet Badger, a rescue dog who has captured hearts with his affectionate behavior. This adorable Chihuahua, wiener dog, and bully mix won’t start eating until he receives a sweet kiss on the forehead.
A compilation video of Badger’s forehead kisses, filmed by Sagar Jha, the sibling of one of Badger’s owners, has gained over 1 million views on TikTok. Each clip shows Badger patiently waiting for his forehead peck before enjoying his meal. It’s a heartwarming sight!
When speaking to Storyful, Jha shared the story behind Badger’s endearing ritual. “When they got Badger, he had some difficulty with people and strangers getting too close to his face,” Jha explained. “So, in order to help him feel more comfortable, his owners trained him to wait and receive a kiss on his forehead before dinner.”
Jha also mentioned that Badger had previously felt anxious when someone got too close, so it seemed like Badger was both apologizing and trying to build trust with his forehead kisses. When Badger’s owners returned home, Jha wanted to surprise them so he created a montage of Badger’s sweet kisses to show that he had been a good boy.
The heartwarming video of Badger’s mealtime kisses received praise from TikTok users. One person commented, “I would love to babysit next! This is so wholesome.” Others shared their own stories of pets with similar eating habits, saying, “My dog does this too! He sits, waits, gives a kiss, and then he eats his dinner.”
It’s incredible how our furry friends can develop such unique and heart-melting rituals. Badger’s forehead kisses demonstrate the trust and love between him and his owners. It’s a beautiful example of the special bond that can form between pets and their human companions.
And Badger isn’t alone in having quirky dining preferences. Another TikTok-famous dog, Zoey, a 14-year-old goldendoodle, made waves when her owners revealed that she would only eat her kibble after they waved a closed bottle of ranch dressing over her bowl. Another video showcased a silver Weimaraner named Bleu, who insisted on “gourmet” cooking techniques for his dog food.
These stories remind us of the diverse and heartwarming ways our pets bring joy to our lives. So, the next time you sit down for a meal with your furry friend, remember Badger’s adorable ritual and savor the love and companionship they bring to our lives.
