Some dogs love their toys, but Benny the Bernese Mountain Dog has taken puppy love to an entirely new level. His favorite companion isn’t another dog or even his humans. It’s a stuffed goose he received as a gift a year ago, and the adorable pup hasn’t let it out of his sight since!
In a heartwarming video shared by Dominion Hill Country Inn, Benny proudly carries his beloved goose everywhere he goes. Whether he’s bounding through the snow, climbing the stairs, or simply showing off his prized possession, that stuffed bird is always along for the adventure.
And the sweetest part? The goose was a gift from a hotel guest who probably had no idea they were giving Benny his new best friend.
“One stuffed goose, one very happy Bernese,” the video’s caption reads. “A year ago, a guest brought this little gift for Benny, and he hasn’t gone a single day without it since.”
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Naturally, viewers couldn’t get enough of Benny’s adorable attachment. One commenter called the pair “soulmates,” while another offered some very practical advice: “Be sure to get a 2nd identical emergency replacement goose, ASAP!!!”
Benny’s goose obsession has also inspired quite the tradition at the inn. After seeing how much he loved his gift, other guests began bringing him toys and treats, eventually filling not one but two overflowing toy bins!
Benny and his fellow Bernese Mountain Dog, Reuben, are beloved fixtures at the historic Dominion Hill Country Inn, where they enjoy greeting visitors and exploring the beautiful property.
But no matter how many new toys come his way, Benny’s heart still belongs to that one special goose.
As the touching video puts it, the guest who gave Benny his favorite toy didn’t just make his day. “You made his whole life.”
Sometimes the smallest gifts bring the biggest happiness, and Benny is living, tail-wagging proof!