Owner Realizes Why Rescue Dog Gets on His Back for Belly Rubs in Emotional Video

A heartwarming video that has taken Instagram by storm showcases a pet owner’s realization about why his rescue dog, Cactus, loves to roll onto his back for belly rubs.

Earlier this year, Mike Brown from Santa Monica welcomed Cactus into his home with the help of Pups Without Borders, a rescue organization that found the pup wandering in the California deserts.

Mike initially intended to foster Cactus for just a few weeks, but it quickly turned into a “full-time adoption.” Since then, he has been sharing their delightful journey together, and his latest post is particularly touching.

Viral video shows dog getting on his back every time his owner pets him

In this moving Instagram video, Mike reveals the reason behind Cactus’s adorable habit of rolling onto his back when he wants some affection.

The video is a compilation of clips showing Mike trying to engage with Cactus, accompanied by text that conveys the owner’s perspective. At the beginning of the video, he shares, “I’ve been trying to figure out why my puppy always gets on his back for belly rubs.”

He noticed that every time they played or he petted Cactus, the pup would instinctively flip onto his back.

Mike soon realized that there was a deeper reason for Cactus’s behavior. After reviewing one of the first videos he recorded of their time together, the answer became clear.

He shared a clip from the day they adopted Cactus, pointing out that the very first thing the puppy did after stepping out of the rescue was to roll onto his back, just like he does now. This position, Mike explained, signifies that Cactus “feels safe” and secure.

In the caption, Mike reflected on how many dogs enjoy belly rubs, but he admitted he had “never seen any get into this position as much as him.” The revelation struck him as he watched the footage from their adoption day, making everything click into place.

Cactus’s journey with Mike has been nothing short of extraordinary since his adoption. The pair frequently updates followers with joyful moments and entertaining videos on Cactus’s Instagram account, spreading happiness and warmth to all who watch.