Ree Drummond Bonds With Her 'Granddog' Murphy

The Pioneer Woman star visits her daughter Paige and meets her new chocolate Lab puppy.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

Ree Drummond, star of The Pioneer Woman, recently visited her daughters Alex and Paige in Dallas. During her trip, Ree got to meet Paige's new chocolate Labrador puppy, Murphy, and the two quickly bonded. Ree shared adorable photos on Instagram of her cuddling with Murphy and laughing as the playful pup tried to give her kisses.

Why it matters

Ree Drummond has built a successful lifestyle brand around her life on the ranch with her family. Her close relationship with her grandchildren is a big part of her public persona, so this new 'granddog' relationship adds another heartwarming element to her family-focused image.

The details

In the photos, Ree is seen snuggling the puppy on a plush chair in Paige's living room. She even added a playful thought bubble to one photo, writing 'I'm Murphy' as if from the dog's perspective. Ree also shared a photo of Murphy trying to give her kisses, which made her break out into laughter. Ree joked that her husband Ladd would instantly want to adopt Murphy if he saw the puppy's adorable face.

  • Ree visited her daughters in Dallas over the past weekend.
  • Paige had welcomed the chocolate Lab puppy, Murphy, about a month prior to Ree's visit.

The players

Ree Drummond

The star of the lifestyle brand The Pioneer Woman, known for her cooking, home, and family-focused content.

Paige Drummond

Ree's daughter, who lives in Dallas and recently welcomed a new chocolate Labrador puppy named Murphy.

Murphy

Paige's new chocolate Labrador puppy that Ree got to meet and bond with during her visit.

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What they’re saying

“Murphy loves ReeRee!!”

— Paige Drummond (Instagram)

“Don't let Ladd see this dog!!! He will want him.”

— Ree Drummond (Instagram)

The takeaway

Ree Drummond's close relationship with her family, including her grandchildren and now her 'granddog' Murphy, is a key part of her relatable, family-focused brand. This new puppy bonding moment adds another heartwarming element to Ree's public persona as the down-to-earth ranch matriarch.