In a viral video, a dog owner from Vancouver, Canada, takes her small puppy on a car ride—where the cockapoo sits during the ride melts hearts on social media.
The heartwarming Instagram video, shared in January under the username @yourbestiemoka, shows the poster driving her car as her puppy lies on her shoulder, still scared about being in a car, as it remains a new experience for her. “When your puppy is still getting used to car rides and finds her safe spot with you,” the caption says. “Besties for life. Cockapoo puppy love.”
While the pup might not understand the fun in car rides just yet, she probably will as she grows older, like most dogs do. And if that doesn’t happen on its own, training can change their mind.
The Animal Humane Society says that helping canines feel more secure on car rides takes patience and gradual exposure.
First, rule out motion sickness by speaking with a veterinarian about possible remedies. If nausea isn’t the cause, then use behavior‑based training to shift their feelings about the car.
Encourage pups to approach the vehicle at their own pace using high‑value treats. Let them explore a parked, open car with plenty of praise and familiar items such as toys or bedding. Once they seem relaxed, briefly run the engine without moving, rewarding calm behavior.
After that, begin very short drives and slowly extend the distance over time. Safety restraints are recommended during travel.
For dogs who remain anxious, calming treats or, in more serious cases, veterinarian‑prescribed medication may make trips more manageable.
The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 1.3 million views and more than 104,000 likes on the platform.
One user, Nantucketjune, commented: “This is the cutest thing ever!!”
Linneajohansson. 0209 posted: “My puppy did the same thing, he fell asleep in my lap every time.”
Peter86459 wrote: “Best place to be in the whole world is by mom.”
Another user, andreeairina123, added: “Be careful that she will learn to stay there, and she will bother you when she grows up. Teach her to stay in the right place from a young age.”
Newsweek reached out to @yourbestiemoka for comment via email. We could not verify the details of the case.
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