Internet users are delighted by the adorable way a dog eagerly awaits a treat from the local ice cream man.
In a heartwarming video shared on @meganmurphy_hair on Instagram, “Stan the Man,” a rescued Staffordshire bull terrier adopted by the Murphy family in 2018, was captured running to the ice cream truck. This endearing moment has garnered over 184,000 views in just five days.
Stanley’s love for ice cream started two years ago when he received a broken cone with a small scoop from the ice cream man while Megan Murphy’s daughter, Cici, was enjoying her own treat.
The video has sparked a flurry of comments from viewers such as @rebeccahughes_fit exclaiming, “This is such a beautiful memory you will cherish forever,” and @itspaulryder stating, “I’m obsessed.”
Commenting on the video, @sarahbrennanxo added, “Ah, that is brilliant.”
Can Dogs Eat Ice Cream?
While dogs should consume ice cream with caution due to potential digestive and dental issues from its high sugar content, alternative treats such as frozen fruit like apple slices or carrots, or frozen unsweetened yogurt can be safer and enjoyable alternatives on hot days.
This isn’t the first time a dog and an ice cream man have captured viral attention. In the past, a Labrador retriever running for an ice-cream truck won the internet’s heart, and two dogs with different approaches to eating ice cream also garnered significant attention.
The Murphy family is thrilled by Stan’s newfound online fame, with Murphy joking, “We tease Stan now, telling him he’s a celebrity because he’s become famous on Instagram.”