Labrador Retriever Dad Gets Rejected Trying to Visit His Puppies

Parenting isn’t always easy, especially in the dog world. Just like human co-parenting, pups sometimes need one parent to take the lead while the other waits their turn. And if you’re a dad dog trying to sneak in a visit with your newborn puppies, you might get stopped at the door by mom.

That’s exactly what happened in this now-viral TikTok, which follows up on a previous clip where the Labrador dad tried to see his puppies, only to be shut down by mama. While viewers can’t help but feel a little sympathy for the sweet pup, there’s also plenty of humor in watching his careful attempts get firmly rejected.

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Mom Says “Not Today!”

In the video, we see the yellow Labrador dad peeking over at his tiny puppies, who are all snuggled up and fast asleep. The text overlay even reads, “Dad attempts to visit with his puppies again!” But before he can get close, mom immediately steps in. With her protective “not today, fool” glare, she makes it crystal clear that dad better not wake the babies. The moment is equal parts funny and relatable, especially to any parents who’ve tried to protect nap time.

Viewers Can’t Stop Laughing

The comments section lit up with viewers weighing in on the hilarious family drama. One person joked, “She said ‘wake these damn kids up and see what happens,’” while another added, “He’s trying not to be a deadbeat dad.” Many praised mama dog’s strictness, with one commenter writing, “Mom means business!”

Others couldn’t resist poking fun at the dynamic, comparing it to real-life custody battles and child support. “He’s going to have to get a court order,” one viewer teased, while another chimed in, “Not until you pay child support!” It’s safe to say this furry couple has become everyone’s favorite TikTok co-parents.

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This story was originally reported by PetHelpful on Aug 21, 2025, where it first appeared in the Dogs section. Add PetHelpful as a Preferred Source by clicking here.