People can't get enough of the so-called "golden retriever energy" from their partners. The term, which has been trending on social media, describes people with bright, beaming personalities reminiscent of the beloved dog breed. Genesis Figueredo—who goes by @figueredogeni on TikTok—shared a heartwarming moment of her boyfriend’s reaction after spotting her in a crowd. She playfully labeled his response as pure "golden retriever" energy, and viewers couldn’t help but swoon over the adorable interaction.
“My boyfriend before and after seeing me,” she captioned the video. At first, he moves through the crowd with a serious, almost indifferent expression, his eyes scanning the scene but showing little excitement. His demeanor suggests he’s focused and in a hurry, possibly a little frustrated by the slow-moving crowd. But the moment he locks eyes with Figueredo, everything changes—his face instantly lights up with joy, making for an irresistibly sweet and relatable moment.
His clenched eyes immediately opened, his face lit up and a smile unfurled. The man went from a serious and stern tone to the most eager and cheerful one. As soon as he spotted his girlfriend, nothing else mattered. The sun, the crowd, nothing seemed to bother him. He quickly began making his way like a golden retriever would. Upon seeing their pet parents or loved humans, the furry canines look refreshed and cheerful. They instantly leap towards their favorite person, not worrying about other things. Figueredo’s boyfriend was just as excited.
His swift change of expression displayed how much he loved his partner and also how much she meant to him. It was a delightful sight for many and they couldn’t help but be in awe. Many highlighted the “golden retriever energy” the man revealed. @feliinina wrote, “From black cat to golden retriever.” @deobra_cinganeli said, “This is a golden retriever, so sweet.” @leej50 exclaimed, “I practically saw the golden tail wagging behind him. This is so precious and wholesome.” @durandr2323 remarked, “Wait, this is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen. That is one devoted golden retriever.”
Many others ached desperately for a man or for someone or something to love so much. @chonda25 remarked, “And that’s how I need my man to react every time he sees me.” @messygirl92 said, “I want to be loved this much.” @malekajan1 wrote, “We all need a man like this.” @toyintomato_babyy chimed in, “This is me when I see food.” @molyde78 observed and exclaimed, “Him trying to maneuver past everyone once he saw you!” @bbibbi16 said, “This is my son’s reaction when he gets what he wants.” @teld86 exclaimed, “And people think love isn't powerful. Look at that gearshift.” @wazirangoolam wrote, “It’s like the sun rose on his dark days. He’s a keeper.”