Golden Retrievers Left Alone for First Time, Shock at What Owner Returns to

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Internet viewers are in disbelief over what happened when two golden retrievers were left alone together for the very first time.
TikTok user Patrizi (@patrizi_golden_boy) shared the aftermath of destruction caused by her two dogs, Bentley and Beau, after she left them unsupervised. The video, which quickly captured viewers' attention, racked up more than 8,000 likes and over 223,000 views on TikTok.
"When you leave your dogs home alone for the first time together and come back to this …," reads the text overlaying the footage.
"Tell me you have dogs without telling me you have dogs," she captioned the post.
The clip reveals a completely ransacked living room, with debris and items thrown across the floor, while Bentley and Beau lounge nonchalantly—clearly unbothered and acting as if they had no part in the chaos.
While the video amused many viewers, it also sparked a wider conversation about the reality of leaving dogs home alone—especially for the first time.
The charity Dogs Trust says that it is important to gradually build up the time your dog spends alone. Start with short separations, offer them enrichment activities, and avoid making a fuss when leaving or returning home. This helps reduce anxiety and destructive behavior.
PetMD also advises owners to manage chewing and scratching by giving dogs safe chew toys; ensuring plenty of exercise; and limiting access to areas with tempting objects. Using baby gates or closing off rooms can make a big difference in preventing damage.
Another popular option is crate training. The American Kennel Club says that "crate training provides dogs with a safe, quiet space" and can help prevent accidents when owners are away. It also protects dogs from potentially dangerous items around the home.
Stock image: A large black dog ransacks a living room.
Stock image: A large black dog ransacks a living room.
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TikTok users were quick to chime in with their own experiences and opinions:
"People give me a hard time about still using a crate for our 3 year old goldens when we leave the house. This is why," wrote Kate.
"First of all, someone broke in and made a mess. Be happy they left the dogs," posted Kristy.
"The golden teenager phase is not for the weak," commented Michelle.
"I've seen too many good examples as to why I will never leave my dog out of his kennel while I'm gone," added CJ.
"My German Shepard is almost 4 and we've never kenneled her, she has been an angel up until this last year! She gets into the garbage every time we're gone! Had to buy a garbage can with a lock," shared Bee.
"A crate would prevent all of this, safer for the dogs and cheaper on your pockets," wrote Maya.
Newsweek reached out to @patrizi_golden_boy for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the case.
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