Actress Salma Hayek Pinault recently had an adorable interaction with a dog while visiting the TODAY Show studio in New York City. She was there on May 14 to talk about her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover, but her meeting with a security dog stole hearts.
In a video shared on her Instagram on May 17, Salma is seen meeting a beige-colored security dog at Rockefeller Center. As soon as she spots the pup, she kneels down to pet it. The happy dog jumps, wags its tail, and even gets a belly rub from the star.
The two quickly bonded. Salma played with the dog, asked it to sit, and enjoyed a fun moment as the dog ran around her excitedly. She later found out the dog’s name was Neptune.
Fans online loved the heartwarming moment and praised Salma for her kindness and love for animals. Many noted how natural it was for her to connect with the dog, even while dressed in a stylish outfit.
Salma Hayek Pinault is well known for being an animal lover. Over the years, she has shared many pictures and videos with her pets, including dogs, alpacas, parrots, and even owls. On National Pet Day in 2023, she posted a special video showing all the animals she cares for at home.
It’s clear that no matter where she goes, Salma’s love for animals always shines through.