Sometimes, the drama is one-sided. In another viral story, a Pomeranian named Hadia became an internet celebrity because she is completely and utterly in love with her owner’s boyfriend. The owner, Kayla, explains that she taught Hadia her boyfriend’s name, Felix. In the video, Kayla narrates, “She is madly in love with him. She thinks that my boyfriend is her boyfriend,” before saying “Felix.” Instantly, Hadia jumps up and barks excitedly. Kayla explained that Felix initially didn’t want a dog, but after a few days of gentle petting, Hadia “fell in love and hasn’t looked back since,” adding, “He can do no wrong in her eyes. She loves him and follows him everywhere he goes. He is the absolute center of her universe”.

Beyond just vetting partners, dogs are increasingly taking on the role of . Our pets have become such an integral part of our identity that dating apps have evolved to accommodate them. A profile picture featuring a cute dog is now a classic strategy to attract attention, but more than that, shared pet ownership has become a genuine common interest that can spark real-world romance.

Streaming platforms have globalized romantic tropes. Today, a Nigerian viewer watches a Korean drama dubbed into Hindi and hears "Mere dog ne…" and understands perfectly. The phrase is transcending language.