By: Alexis Turner
Updated: Jan. 5, 2018
Originally Published: Jan. 5, 2018
The Target dog has just met its match.
Picture this: you stroll into Target, cart in tow, filled with excitement rather than exhaustion from the shopping expedition ahead. This exact feeling was perfectly captured by a delightful little dog named Bella, whose expressions will make you want to reach out and embrace your screen. Bella, a four-month-old Corgi/Mini Australian Shepherd mix, recently accompanied her owner, Alex, on a visit to our beloved store, and she was experiencing pure canine bliss. Alex shared a series of photos on Facebook and Twitter, showing Bella happily riding in a shopping cart, beaming and gasping with sheer delight.
“While we were rounding a corner, a shopper noticed her and absolutely flipped out! She couldn’t stop raving about how adorable Bella was,” Alex recounted. “Bella started licking her, and the woman was thrilled. She even picked Bella up for some sweet face kisses! Just another day of Bella spreading joy to everyone she meets… She adores making new friends and soaking up the attention!”
And boy, did she capture attention. Alex’s Twitter post amassed an astonishing 500,000 likes, over 100,000 retweets, and countless comments. This wave of excitement likely stems from two factors: A) Bella embodies the spirit of everyone who walks into Target, and B) she bears a striking resemblance to Bullseye, the iconic Target dog. It’s almost eerie how similar they look.
Perhaps the most delightful outcome of this event (aside from enjoying the sight of the happiest dog on the planet) is that Bella’s Target adventure inspired other users to post their own pets in shopping carts. Who could have guessed that photos of animals enjoying shopping carts could be such a hit on the internet? I certainly want to see more of that.
Let’s raise a toast to our furry friends riding in shopping carts, bringing joy to the world. And a special shoutout to Bella for being the most relatable animal online today.
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In summary, Bella’s joyful escapades at Target have not only captured hearts but also sparked a delightful trend of sharing pet photos. This charming pup reminds us all of the simple joys in life and the happiness pets bring into our world.