This Golden Retriever Has The Most Unusual Best Friends

#20. Bob The Golden Retriever

This pupper isn't just man's best friend. His group of friends includes 8 birds and a hamster.

His owner, Luiz Higa Junior, adopted Bob when he was just 4 months old.

#19. A Tiny, Perfect Community

Bob lives with his owner and friends in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

They started to get recognition after posting their pictures on Instagram.

#18. They Share The Spotlight

Bob's owner often posts pictures of bob wearing a tuxedo or dresses as a lion.

While Bob is the biggest of the bunch, he is not the biggest star. His other friends get plenty of attention on social media too!

#17. Best Buds Everywhere

Bob is actually quite the adventurer.

He goes to the park with his birdie companions and rides on the back of his human's bike through the city.

#16. BFFs

But he always come back home to cuddle with his cute hamster buddy.

They take naps and he's really gentle with him. You might think his weight would crush the hamster or he might accidentally suffocate him, but Bob is beyond careful and sweet to his little buddy.

#15. A Big Family

The group of animals is certainly peculiar, but they all love each other very much.

The adorable gang includes a golden retriever, four parakeets, two finches, two cockatiels, and a hamster.

#14. Bob The Traveler

Bob also travels the world with his human friend.

They go on shopping sprees and they check out street art and monuments.

#13. Cuteness Overload

Of course his human had to post all of their adventures on Instagram and Facebook.

Look at how gentle and kind he is posing with his little friends!

#12. Unlikely Interspecies Buddies

Some dogs are shy, but this is not the case with Bob.

He makes friends at home and outside too.His human takes him everywhere and he is always friendly.

#11. Kind Bob

Of all dog personalities, Bob's is the most caring and gentle of all.

Bob is the perfect definition of a "gentle giant", isn't he?

#10. He Enjoys The Company

Dogs may be equipped with strong teeth, muscles and an instinct to go after smaller animals.

But Bob is not wired that way. He would never even think of attacking his little friends.

#9. His Buddies Are Special Too

But the fact that these cockatiels have adopted him as one of their own really proves that this was a match made in heaven.

After all, birds are usually very picky about who gets to be part of their gang.

#8. Friendship Isn't Bound By Species

Some zoos encourage animals to have companions. Cheetahs usually keep dogs as therapy dogs, so they're easier to handle.

And even horses have goat friends to keep them company. Bob just takes it to another level, though.

#7. It's Just Natural

Even in nature, interspecies friendships are known to be beneficial.

Some tarantulas keep frogs near them to protect their eggs while they let them feed on the remains of their prey.

#6. Golden Retrievers Are The Best

It's common knowledge that Golden Retrievers are loyal, calm, and friendly companions.

They are playful but gentle, and perfect for families with kids.

#5. Friendly Bob

This breed usually gets along well with other pets, no matter the species. And Bob is proof of that.

They also get along with strangers but will let you know when a stranger is approaching.

#4. Popular

Golden retrievers are the most popular dog breed in the US because they are so tolerant and friendly.

And this is no surprise given that they are excellent pets.

#3. Remember Dogs Can Be Demanding

Golden retrievers are big and can weigh up to 75 pounds.

So they need vigorous exercise to stay healthy. They also tend to shed a lot!

#2. Perfection

But the Golden Retriever personality is so friendly and gentle that it makes a perfect companion for a family of birds.

Of all dog breeds out there, the Golden Retriever is probably the best one to have around small animals and children.

#1. Just Adorable

Bob has about 340,000 followers on social media and he really has earned them.

This type of adorable content is worth the follow!