In the cutest newsflash of all time, a fox and a dog have become the best of friends, giving us serious #squadgoals.

Juniper, a one-year-old North American red fox and Moose, a six-year-old Australian Shepherd mix are stealing everyone’s hearts with their unusual friendship. Taking a leaf right out of Disney's The Fox and The Hound film (1981), the pair met last year when Juniper was rescued as a baby and have been inseparable ever since.

Proving that opposites really do attract, their owner Jess told Bored Panda that Moose took on the role of Juniper's guardian as soon as they met: “I brought Juniper home when she was only five weeks old. Moose was raised around all kinds of animals so when [Juniper] ran up to him tail wagging and crying they were instantly friends.”

While Juniper has her own fenced-in area outside, she can instead often be found following Moose around and jumping on top of him like she just can't get enough of her best friend. “She’s also loved him from day one,” Jess said. “Foxes put their butts on things they want to own or think is theirs. Moose gets sat on daily. I’ll often walk into the room and see Moose laying down with such a glum look on his face while Juniper is there just sitting on his head smiling.”

So how do the terrible two spend their days?

Walking and chilling in the woods

I've never seen a cuter pair of friends �� #bestfriends #allthingshusky #thehappiestfox
A photo posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Mar 1, 2016 at 7:37pm PST

Cooling off in the lakes

Moose is trying to convince Juniper to go swimming with him. She's not having it ��
A video posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Apr 30, 2016 at 10:32am PDT

Enjoying a light snack in the afternoon

Peanut Butter Dreams
A video posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Mar 23, 2016 at 10:38am PDT

Getting some much needed some downtime

Squad up ��
A photo posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on May 11, 2016 at 10:23am PDT

Cuddles!

Cuddle sesh?
A photo posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on May 7, 2016 at 9:56am PDT

Play fighting (Moose looks less interested than Juniper)

"I just want you to hold my hand ��" #BoyfriendMoose
A video posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Apr 23, 2016 at 9:23am PDT

Party time!

��Party Time! Don't forget you can add us on snapchat for cute videos (juniperfoxx) • Fun Facts about Moose: We think Moose is an Australian Shepherd, Malamute mix. He's a rescue and no one ever saw what his father looked like. His full name is Moosifer, he was really obnoxious as a puppy and whenever I had to be stern with him this was just the first thing that would come out of my mouth. It eventually stuck and he's still called Moosifer whenever he needs to get his act together. #dogbirthday
A photo posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Apr 20, 2016 at 2:22pm PDT

Just joking around

"Hey Moose, I just hid 10 socks in the couch cushions. Mum will never find them there" �� #therealsockmonster
A photo posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Apr 14, 2016 at 10:26am PDT

Hanging out on the sofa with their human

When your boyfriend is having guy time, but hasn't kissed you in over five minutes.
A video posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Apr 13, 2016 at 9:26am PDT

Greeting each other when they walk through the door

When your boyfriend comes home from work #thehappiestfox
A video posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Mar 15, 2016 at 1:50pm PDT

Scratching each other's itches

Got an itch, I'll scratch it #thesweetestfox #mymotto
A video posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Oct 14, 2015 at 11:06am PDT

You guys!

"I just wanted one kiss ��" #friendzone
A photo posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Mar 7, 2016 at 1:54pm PST

Most importantly, loving each other every day

What is love
A photo posted by J U N I P E R (@juniperfoxx) on Dec 20, 2015 at 11:10am PST

Could the pair be any more perfect?

While their friendship may seem straight out of a fairy tale, Jess is quick to warn others that a fox does not make a good pet – notoriously territorial, they don’t get on well with children, can be aggressive and require around the clock commitment.

Looking for more great animal news? Check out 12 Pet Rescues That Will Melt Your Heart and 9 Of The Cutest Baby Animals Ever. You can stock up on all your pet supplies at your nearest Asda.

This fox and hound friendship will melt your heart

By Asda Good Living,17th May 2016

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