‘Ridiculously Cute' Cockatoo Races Outside To Welcome Dad in Sweet Video
At my house, returning home from work or errands always comes with the greatest surprise. Flinging the door open, I'm always greeted by the most excited hype squad who cheers (barks), jumps, and sometimes pees a little(!), by my presence. I deserve none of that for just running to the gas station for a few minutes, and yet, that's what I get!
I'm sure other dog parents agree — there's nothing like a pup's "welcome home." Compared to the nonchalant, vague acknowledgment of my existence from my cats, I thought dog greetings couldn't be topped. But then one extremely devoted Cockatoo said, "Hold my beer."
Charlie Junior's love for his dad is such a beautiful gift, but it makes me wish my pets would do more of this stalker-level obsession! The waiting by the window, the countdown once he sees the car pull in, the absolute thrill of seeing Dad is unmatched. I wouldn't want to be the spare parent in this house (sorry, Mom)!
Charlie and Dad's relationship is crazy strong. They're beyond bestie level and more like soulmate status. Their bond is something more than 192k TikTok fans can't get enough of, and this clip of Charlie waiting for Dad's 6 p.m. return is exactly why!
As one person pointed out to Mom, "The way he immediately turns on you when he knows Dad will be home soon," and yeah, that has to sting! "I can't cope with the cuteness," another added."The absolute audacity that Dad has to work. He should be at home treating me like the totality that I am," another correct person joked. I'm sure if Charlie could say more than his vocabulary allows, he'd say as much!
When Dad's home and the two boys are chillin', they love doing everything together. It doesn't even matter if Dad's napping, because Charlie's not going anywhere. The entertaining Cockatoo's favorite one-on-one time is when Dad sings so he can perform his VIP dance... and it's really that cute!
I could seriously watch these two all day. It doesn't matter if it's Charlie waiting by the window for his number one guy or they're hanging out, singing and dancing — I'm here for all of it!
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'Ridiculously Cute' Cockatoo Races Outside To Welcome Dad in Sweet Video first appeared on Parade Pets on Jul 13, 2025
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