“Who’s a good boy? That’s right, you are!”

Whenever I call my dogs “good boy” or “good girl,” they go wild with joy. As it turns out, they’re not alone! Recently, pet owners around the world have been posting photos of their animals before and after calling them “good boy.” A grumpy cat or two aside, it’s clear to see that these animals enjoy a good compliment just as much as we humans do.

1. Is this a dog or a polar bear? Either way, he’s a good boy!

2. This little pupper has been waiting all day to hear those two magic words.

3. When this deaf dog’s owner signed “good boy,” he couldn’t help but smile.