When Alexus Bird adopted a sweet little puppy named Kona, she believed she was welcoming a Labrador mix into her home. Like many people, she had a general idea of the breed based on the shelter’s description and the puppy’s appearance. But as Kona grew, so did Alexus’s curiosity about his true heritage. At just six months old and already 35 pounds, Kona seemed too large and fluffy to be part Labrador — his coat was longer, his frame was broader, and he just didn’t fit the mold.
Curious and excited, Alexus decided to submit a dog DNA test and put the mystery to rest. What she found left her completely stunned.
Kona, who was originally named Camper before his adoption from a New Jersey rescue, had been assumed to be a black Lab mix — possibly with some Golden Retriever in his family line. But when the DNA test results came in, they told a very different story. Kona wasn’t a Labrador at all.
Instead, the lovable pup turned out to be primarily Golden Retriever — over 50%, in fact. The rest of his ancestry included a fascinating mix: Siberian Husky, American Bully, and American Pit Bull Terrier. The revelation was so surprising that Alexus couldn’t help but share it with her followers on TikTok.
“I can guarantee no one will get it 100% right,” she captioned the video, which quickly went viral.
What followed was an outpouring of love and support from viewers who were delighted by Kona’s unique blend of breeds. “As a vet student, I can confirm his breed is Very Good Boy,” one user joked. Another chimed in with, “According to my calculations he is 100% baby.”
Others were more focused on his behavior than his bloodline. “That dog has the best manners I’ve ever seen from a puppy,” wrote one viewer, referring to how calm Kona was in the video — even when being flipped gently onto his back during the reveal.
But perhaps the most touching part of Kona’s story is that his DNA didn’t matter to anyone — least of all Alexus. No matter what breeds were listed on paper, Kona was family. And that’s what resonated most with the online community. Sometimes the best surprises come in fur and fluff, and Kona is proof that love knows no labels.
Today, Kona continues to thrive. He loves walks, meeting new friends, and soaking up attention from his mom and admirers alike. With a heart as big as his paws, Kona is the kind of dog who reminds us that what really matters isn’t what’s in the genes — it’s what’s in the heart.
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@alexusbird I can guarantee no one will get it 100% right #dogsofttiktok #puppiesofttiktok #puppy #dogbreeds #embark #wisdompanel #dogdnatest ♬ original sound – ALEXUS
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