Earlier this month, onlookers at a playground were delighted by a heartwarming display of pure friendship between two young children and their dog. The boy and girl were enjoying an afternoon playing on the slide, and they were accompanied by an energetic pup who enthusiastically joined in the fun as if it were one of their peers.

A video of the charming scene has since gone viral. Believed to have been shared originally by Facebook user Reed Esme, the caption provides some context: “[My husband said] bring the dog to look after the kids.”

The sweet dog, however, did more than just guard the children—it actively participated in their playtime.

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While it’s unclear how long this joyful moment lasted, it’s evident that the happy trio have already created numerous delightful memories together, and many more await them in the future.

After all, when children grow up with a pet, they also grow up with a best friend.