A mother who was repeatedly warned that her “bully breed” dog would one day turn on her children is pushing back against those fears—by showing what actually happened instead.
Tasia, @oso_n_koa, a personal trainer, shared a compilation of clips spanning nearly seven years, beginning in 2019 and ending in 2026. The footage shows her American bully, Oso, gently snuggling with her children at different stages of their lives—resting beside them as they read, curl up on the couch, and grow older. The post has racked up over 315,000 views on Instagram.
The video opens with a clip of Oso lying against one of the children as text appears on screen: “They said ‘That dog will turn on your kids one day.’” The final frame delivers the quiet rebuttal: “Good thing I didn’t listen.”
“I shared footage of our dog Oso loving our children over the past several years despite the negative comments we often get about ‘bully breeds’ on our page,” Tasia told Newsweek.
Challenging a Persistent Stereotype
Tasia said the video was meant to counter the criticism and fear she regularly encounters online—particularly when her posts gain traction.
“Oso is the epitome of a true companion—the kind of dog every child deserves to grow up with,” Tasia said. “Everyone who meets him instantly falls in love with him, and somehow he’s managed to steal the hearts of more than 250,000 people across social media.”
Through her content, Tasia said she hopes to challenge stereotypes that often surround bully breeds, which include dogs such as pit bulls, Staffordshire bull terriers, and American bullies.
“My goal is always to educate and raise awareness about bully breeds and challenge the stereotypes that are so often portrayed in the media,” Tasia said. “Dogs like Oso show the world that these breeds are loving, loyal family members.”
Growing Up Together
Oso joined the family when Tasia’s children were still young, and the mom said the bond between them has only deepened with time.
“Oso has been part of our family since my children were in preschool and grade school, so he’s truly grown up alongside them,” Tasia said. “He’s the wagging tail that greets them when they walk in the door, the wet kiss first thing in the morning, and the real-life teddy bear they still love to snuggle with.”
She added that having Oso in their lives has helped her children learn empathy and responsibility.
“For privacy reasons, I don’t share my children’s names or exact ages publicly,” Tasia said. “But they’re now nearing high school and college. Oso, on the other hand, is now considered a senior dog, which makes moments like the one in the video feel even more special to us.”
Internet Reaction
The post sparked an outpouring of supportive comments, many from viewers who said the video challenged their own assumptions.
“Full of love,” one commenter, Jeff, wrote.
“The dog will turn on you…on its belly for rubs,” another user, Marie, joked.
“He’s just a big potato. Look at that massive head!!!! Good boy,” a third commenter added.
“This dog would die for your child. Bullies are special,” wrote Jarrett.
Still, Tasia said criticism hasn’t disappeared—especially when her videos go viral.
“Unfortunately, it happens fairly regularly,” she said. “That’s usually when the internet trolls and bully-breed critics show up, often hiding behind keyboards.”
Rather than engaging in arguments, Tasia views those moments as opportunities.
“For every negative comment, there are hundreds of people who see Oso and realize these dogs are loving, gentle companions,” she said.
Advocating Through Visibility
Tasia, a personal trainer and mom of three, shares her life online with her family’s trio of canines and said her page is intentionally focused on positivity.
“My hope is that our page is always a space for kindness, joy, and understanding,” she added. “We want to highlight the incredible bond between people and their dogs while also advocating for bully breeds and rescue animals.
“If sharing our life with Oso helps even one person see these dogs differently,” she added, “then it’s worth it.”
