A golden retriever named Moose went viral after a doorbell camera captured his heartwarming greeting of a surprised delivery driver, leading to an unexpected friendship that melted hearts across the internet.

Sometimes, the smallest gestures create the biggest waves. That’s exactly what happened when a home security camera captured a golden retriever bounding down a driveway to greet a surprised—but clearly delighted—delivery driver.

The video, now viral, has touched millions of hearts across the internet, turning a routine moment into an unforgettable reminder of joy, kindness, and the special bond between dogs and people.

The star of the clip is a golden retriever named Moose, who lives with his family in a quiet neighborhood in North Carolina. Known for his affectionate personality and tail-wagging enthusiasm, Moose has become something of a local celebrity thanks to the now-famous footage.

In the video, the moment the delivery van pulls up, Moose can be seen bolting out of the open front door, ears flapping and tail spinning like a helicopter blade.

The delivery driver, clearly caught off guard at first, quickly lights up with a grin as Moose approaches. Instead of barking or hesitating, the dog goes straight in for cuddles—nuzzling up against the driver and leaning in for love like they’ve been friends for years.

What follows is a spontaneous, heart-melting interaction filled with belly rubs, joyful tail wags, and even a brief sit-down together right there in the driveway.

The entire moment was caught on the home’s doorbell camera, which automatically records each time someone approaches. Moose’s owners, who weren’t home at the time, later discovered the clip and were so moved by what they saw that they decided to share it online.

Within hours, the video began circulating on social media. Within days, it had millions of views, hundreds of thousands of likes, and thousands of comments.

Viewers couldn’t get enough. “This is the energy I want in my life,” wrote one user. “If Moose doesn’t greet me like this, I don’t want to arrive,” joked another.

Pet lovers, delivery drivers, and even celebrities shared the video, praising the dog’s sweet demeanor and the driver’s warm response. It became one of those rare internet moments that seems to bring everyone together, if only for a minute, in a shared feeling of joy.

What made the moment even more special was what came after. The driver, whose identity was initially unknown, was eventually tracked down after the video gained traction. His name is Reggie, and he’s a part-time delivery worker and full-time dog lover.

In a brief follow-up video filmed by Moose’s family, Reggie returned to the house—this time to meet Moose and the family properly. The reunion was just as adorable, with Moose immediately recognizing him and bounding straight into his arms.

In a short interview, Reggie said that seeing Moose made his day and that he always tries to greet dogs on his routes, but had never had such a “full-on love explosion” from one before.

He also shared that he was going through a tough week when the encounter happened, and that Moose’s affection had lifted his spirits more than anyone could imagine.

Moose’s family has since created a social media page to share more of his daily adventures, from fetching newspapers to playing dress-up with the kids.

They say they never expected such a simple moment to resonate so widely but are glad it’s brought so much positivity to people around the world.

Experts in animal behavior note that golden retrievers, in particular, are known for their friendliness and high sociability. Bred as family dogs and companions, they tend to approach strangers with enthusiasm rather than suspicion—especially when trained and raised in loving environments. Moose, it seems, is the perfect ambassador for everything people love about the breed.

In a time when most viral videos trend because of conflict, outrage, or absurdity, this one stood out for a very different reason. It was calm, kind, and profoundly human. A dog running to say hello. A stranger who stopped to receive the greeting. A camera that happened to be recording. And millions of people reminded that sometimes, love shows up when you least expect it—often in the form of a wagging tail.

The clip has since made its way onto major media outlets and even inspired other pet owners to share similar moments. Delivery drivers have commented about how dogs on their routes brighten their day, and some families have even started leaving water bowls and treats by the door for visiting pups and postal workers alike.

As for Moose and Reggie, they’ve stayed in touch. The family has extended an open invitation to Reggie any time he’s in the neighborhood, and Moose now waits by the door a little more eagerly than before—just in case his favorite delivery friend makes another stop.

In a world full of endless notifications and noise, sometimes all it takes to reset your day is a golden retriever named Moose, a delivery driver with a kind heart, and a moment that reminds us all of the good that’s still out there—tail wags, unexpected friendships, and all.