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It’s not uncommon for young children to be a little frightened (and sometimes oddly intrigued) by the mall escalator, but a dog? Well, we admit they must seem freaky to dogs who aren’t acclimated! At least this dog’s owner has no problem giving her Labradoodle the loving support it needs to make the trip!

This pup was straight-up “NOPE!” when it came time to use the lift at a Georgia mall, but found that once ensconced in human companion’s arms (and facing the other way) he’d be able to manage.

Giving her what can only be described as a lanky-limbed dog’s version of a bear hug, he bravely navigated his fears while enjoying some comforting rocking.

Admit it, you’d do this for your dog, too, wouldn’t you? ?

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Okay, so maybe actor Robert De Niro DOES know what a dog is.

Nevertheless, the Oscar-winner — not surprisingly — was quite convincing when he stopped in to Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show to promote the Tribeca Film Festival.

Watch the clip as De Niro and Fallon happen upon a few people hanging out with a super-cute Labradoodle puppy!

And if you know which film the “cat betrayal” reference is from, tell us in the comment thread! ?

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Doodle times two!

That’s what some lucky adopter’s going to get with Max and Ben, two bonded Labradoodles who were relinquished to the Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue in Reinholds, PA. This adorable pair of seniors — Max is 10 and Ben is almost a senior at 6 — is waiting for its forever home as a cheery, fluffy team.

Thanks to a grant from the Grey Muzzle Organization, Max and Ben got all the specialmedical care they needed. Max even went through Lyme treatment and is doing really well! He still shows a bit of stiffness, but that doesn’t stop him from enjoying his walks.

Ben is a big, handsome boy that has some obedience skills — but will benefit from a refresher course. Both like to play and chase tennis balls.

DVGRR thinks that Max is part cat because he loves to rub his head against people’s legs and grooms his brother, Ben!

Staffers here love them, but would love it even more if they could find a wonderful home in which to live out their years. Read more about them here at the DVGRR website.