Poodle Mix's Sweet Game of Tag with Human Baby Bestie Is So Pure

It's basically scientifically proven: dog plus baby equals maximum cuteness. No matter what breed of pup or how old the baby is, there's something about the mutual innocence, curiosity, and joy that tugs on the heartstrings.

We can only imagine how big the smile on @brynleyarnold's face was as she recorded this priceless moment between her infant daughter and her poodle mix dog. The two playmates indulged in a lighthearted version of tag, and it could make anyone break a smile.

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These besties are meant to be! This sweet dog couldn't be more excited to play with the happy baby, and it sure looks like the feeling is mutual. We don't know a person who wouldn't melt a little bit at the sound of this little girl's laugh.

For those who aren't familiar with canine noises like happy growling, the sounds coming from this pup could be concerning. Rest assured, though--it's a good thing! We love the way commenter @garliiccc explained it: "When dogs growl when playing it's understood to be them laughing. They're literally both laughing at each other." That's adorable! It's also true. The American Kennel Club confirms that growling during play simply means that a dog is having a great time.

Brynley is doing a fantastic job raising both a dog and a daughter at the same time. It's a great sign that they're both over the moon to see one another, though we're sure even this precious pup gets annoyed by crying sometimes! This morning, though, there are no tears in sight.

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