That adorable girl has no idea what she’s dragging the whole team into…

Everyone has a favorite place to shop, but for Ritchie — a giant, fluffy dog living in Florida — nothing compares to his local CVS. It’s not about toys or clothes, but about one tiny, heartwarming moment that completely changed his life.

It all began last year when Ritchie joined his mom on a routine CVS trip. Everything seemed ordinary until Ritchie heard the rustle of a treat bag and saw a kind cashier reaching over the counter to offer him a little gift. That small act of kindness lit up his world, and from that day forward, Ritchie decided he had to return to CVS every single day.

Of course, he still loves going to the park with his best friend Chloe, but in Ritchie’s eyes, nothing is quite as exciting as stepping into his favorite store, smelling all the familiar scents, and waiting for those friendly employees who always welcome him with love.

The moment his mom loosens the leash, Ritchie struts confidently inside — ears perked, tail wagging, eyes sparkling with anticipation. He heads straight to the counter like it’s his personal mission. Sometimes, he’s the only one there, but if customers are ahead of him, Ritchie knows exactly what to do.

“He will patiently wait in line,” Ritchie’s mom wrote on Instagram. “For as long as it takes.”

And when it’s finally his turn? Ritchie rushes to the counter, his nose twitching in the air, eyes gleaming as if to say, “I’m here! Don’t forget me!” 

Over the months, this little ritual grew into something bigger. Ritchie no longer just looks for the kind woman who gave him his very first treat — he’s made friends with every CVS employee. Anyone behind that counter is fair game for a hopeful look and a wagging tail.

“The sweet woman who gave him a treat had no idea she was roping the entire staff into this,” Ritchie’s mom joked.

Now, Ritchie has become a beloved daily visitor. The sight of this giant, gentle dog patiently waiting in line melts the hearts of customers and staff alike. Videos of him proudly marching into CVS, tail swishing like a happy flag, have brought joy to thousands online.

Ritchie’s story is more than just cute — it’s proof that even the smallest acts of kindness can ripple out and create happiness every single day. For Ritchie, a single treat turned into a lifelong love affair with CVS. For the staff and everyone who sees him, he’s a reminder that joy often comes from the simplest gestures — a tiny gift, a kind smile, or a moment of connection.

Ritchie teaches us that happiness doesn’t have to be grand or far away. Sometimes, it’s just waiting for you — in a treat bag, behind a counter, at your favorite little store.

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