The Nerd Dog meme typically features a studious-looking canine, often a Golden Retriever or Labrador, wearing a pair of human glasses. It embodies the 'Actually' trope, where someone provides an unwanted or overly technical correction during a conversation. Emerging from early 2010s image macros, the template gained massive traction for its ability to mock pedantic behavior while remaining endearingly cute. It is widely used to joke about academic overachievers, IT support logic, or any situation where a 'well, technically' response is required. The juxtaposition of a goofy animal and serious academic eyewear makes it a timeless favorite for student and office humor alike.