Kaley Cuoco Gushes About Tight Bond Between Daughter Matilda And Pet Dog Opal
By Fiyin Olowokandi on June 11, 2023 at 3:30 PM EDT
Kaley Cuoco's newborn daughter Matilda is an animal lover like herself, and she is deeply pleased with that reality.
The "My Wild Daughters" actress has begun introducing her daughter to her rescue pets — Zeus, Ruby, Shirly, King, Miss Opal, and late Dump Truck — since she was less than four weeks old.
As a result, the little one, who was born on March 30, is already a big fan of making furry friends, and she is learning that there is no affection like the love of a dog pet.
Cuoco, who likes to show sweet snaps of her two-month-old baby girl cuddling up with any of her pets on social media, posted two heartwarming snapshots of Matilda and her pet dog Opal having a "bestie" time together.
Kaley Cuoco's Daughter And Family Dog Opal Gives BFFs Vibes In Adorable New Post
"The Big Baby Theory" star took to her Instagram Story on Thursday to gush about her newborn's tight bond with their family pet, Opal. In the two snaps, the tiny tot donned a pink-colored onesie and looked highly amused as she reclined on a comfy grey couch.
Cuoco's dog Opal lay beside the infant and slightly nudged the baby's nose in the sweetest interaction. The proud mom added the caption "BESTIES" to the first post, revealing that the two-month-old "gets so excited when Opal comes to give her kisses" in the next.
The young one sure gets her love for pets from her momma, who, thanks to her late furry pet Norman, ventured into a dog accessories business a little while after she welcomed her daughter with her partner Tom Pelphrey.
The talented actress has been a mom dog since she was 16, when she got her first dog as a gift from her then-boyfriend. In 2014, Cuoco's outspoken advocacy for animal rights and dog adoption led her to adopt Norman when he had a broken leg and lived with him until his passing in February 2021.
To honor the late Pitbull mix's memory, the "Mr. Murder" actress announced that she is co-founding a company in his name that caters to dog needs. She shared a carousel of snaps of her late furry pet on her media timeline, including the inspiration behind the sentimental decision.
The first image showed the Pitbull mix lounging beside the "Hop" actress in her exquisite home. Meanwhile, the next slide revealed the adorable pair playing at the swimming pool side of Cuoco's house. The producer, dressed in black swimming trunks, enjoyed her time with her dog. She held onto her dog with a green ball in her hand.
In the last frame, the "Why Him?" actress and Norman appeared to be sleeping on the bed. The 37-year-old mom wore a two-piece black pajamas while affectionately cuddling her late furry kid.
Cuoco began the caption by opening up about her business venture, "Omg 🐶 I am beyond excited to announce my newest adventure as Co-Founder of @ohnorman! My beloved dog Norman's unconditional love inspired me to make the company I always wanted to see in the world, she penned.
Afterward, the "Wedding Ringer" actress explained the company's goal, "Created in his honor, @ohnorman is all about giving our furry friends the love and care they deserve." Sweetly concluding, she added, "Oh, Norm, this one's for you! 🐶 head over and follow @ohnorman to get involved and see what's coming! You don’t wanna miss out!🐾🐶❤ #ohnorman #lovemydog #doglovers #dogsarefamily #adoptdontshop
The New Mom Honored The Passing Of Her Pet Dump Truck With Touching Tributes
Baby Matilda's bond with Opal comes weeks after her parents were hit with another loss late last month after one of their beloved family dogs, nicknamed Dumpy or Dumps, passed away.
Per the Blast, the actress took to her Instagram account to bid the late senior Chihuahua farewell in a sweet tribute reflecting their good memories together. She shared some images showing the Chihuahua relaxing in her luxurious home. One displayed the dog wrapped in a fluffy colorful blanket, while another showed him on evening walks with his furry siblings.
Starting the sweet tribute, Cuoco penned, "My sweetest Dump Truck, saying goodbye to you, has deeply pierced my soul. You were with me during some of the hardest moments I've had in my life."
The "Charmed" actress continued, "You brought endless joy to everyone that met you and kissed my nose when I needed it most. You were as special as it gets, and I'm so grateful we found each other."
She sweetly concluded, "Please tell Norman I miss him daily and will cherish you both forever 🌈."
