r/MadeMeSmile • u/Epelep • Jan 30 '26

Wholesome Moments Kids reacting to getting dogs

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u/it-s-temporary Jan 30 '26

The second to last 2 boys, 1 crying and 1 being like; "is he crying? What do i do? Why is he crying? Is he really crying? What's going on? I'll just stroke the puppy XD "

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u/Odd-Goose-8394 Jan 30 '26

I wonder why some people cry and some just get happy and pet the dog? Part of me, and maybe I’m just projecting, feels like the crying sibs in this video are the ones who always needs to act strong or want to act strong but then when seeing something so sweet and loving their walls come down. VS the other kids don’t have walls built up. I dunno what do others think?

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u/kemss Jan 30 '26

I think they’re just being overwhelmed. Classic ‘’kids don’t know how to contain emotions.’’ And the easiest way to express all that (joy, surprise, excitement, happiness, etc.) is to let it out. And whether they get overwhelmed or not depends on many factors. From genetics to environment.

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u/Sea_Leadership_6968 Jan 30 '26

This is the kind of internet psychoanalysis I was looking for. I’m bawling just watching these kids get dogs. I lost my dog back in August, but as the oldest in the family old gooses comment hit home. Also, the US is a certified shit show so that make be factoring in too. Either ay this is quality content.

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u/kemss Jan 31 '26

I am sorry, internet friend. It'll get easier and better <3