What Is a Dog Dad? (And Are You One?)

So… What’s a Dog Dad, Actually?

A dog dad is a guy whose entire personality shifted the day he got a dog.
He’s not just feeding kibble and walking laps—he’s whispering baby talk at 7am and referring to himself as “Daddy” without irony.

The Modern Dog Dad Definition

You won’t find this in a dictionary (yet), but here’s our take:

Dog Dad (noun):
A man emotionally attached to his dog in ways previously reserved for children, houseplants, or lovers. Often found Googling “is my dog happy?” at 1am.

Signs You Might Be a Dog Dad

• You speak to your dog in a higher voice than your therapist

• You say “we” when referring to plans because yes, the dog is coming

• You’ve rearranged furniture for optimal sunbeam access

• You’ve wiped paws with filtered water (at least once)

• Your camera roll = 95% your dog, 5% food, 0% shame

Why It Matters

Being a dog dad isn’t a joke—it’s a lifestyle.
It means showing up for the walk even when it's raining. Reading ingredient labels. Planning weekends around tail wags. Choosing t-shirts that say "I love my dog" without screaming it.

And yeah, it’s a little chaotic. But so are we.

Are You One of Us?

You don’t need a breed or a background check. You just need love, snacks, and a slightly warped sense of pride.

If you’ve ever said “no borks while daddy’s working”—you’re already in.