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Newsweek
27-05-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Woman Wonders Why Rescue Dog's Tail Is Balding, Shock Over What She Finds
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A TikTok video has gone viral after revealing the unusual cause of a golden retriever's balding tail, which had puzzled her owner from the very first day she met her. The clip, shared on Saturday under the username @brookekalman, shows the pup on a walk with his owner in Dallas, Texas, enjoying the warmth of a sunny spring day, when a bird suddenly flies into her tail, grabbing off a chunk of fur. "I always wondered why the tip of her tail was balding..." the poster writes in the clip. "Rescued her with the tip of her tail balding, [what the f***]?" she continues, explaining in the comments that the bird actually waits for them every day. Golden retrievers are known for their soft, luscious coat, that makes them one of the most loved breeds in America, but maintaining it requires some dedication. In an article medically reviewed by Dr. Luqman Javed, Catster explains that because these beautiful pups shed throughout the year, especially during spring and fall, it's important to keep their grooming schedule consistent, brushing them at least three to five times a week. The brushing should last about 10 to 15 minutes each session, starting from the base of their neck, down to their legs. It's important to check for tangles or mats before brushing your pup. Dirt and debris should also be cleared beforehand. Golden retrievers also need tooth brushing at least about two to three times a week, nail trimming every two to three weeks, bathing once a month, and professional grooming every eight to 10 weeks (optional). Other breeds that require consistent grooming include old English sheepdog, poodle, Hungarian Puli, Afghan hound, and Bichon Frisé. A stock image shows a golden retriever out on a walk with its owner. A stock image shows a golden retriever out on a walk with its owner. getty images The video quickly went viral on TikTok and it has so far received over 2.9 million views and 404,400 likes on the platform. One user, Nadia Maas, commented: "I always thought my mum was fibbing telling me birds would pick her hair to and from school as a little girl but now I believe her. Poor puppy [I don't even know] how you combat that." Xyzarrr said: "From her reaction, she's still baffled and concerned but already getting used to it." DepressionJunkie added: "The tucked tail means this had been going on for a while now." Newsweek reached out to @brookekalman for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Husband Takes Dog to the Groomer's—Wife Unprepared for What Comes Home
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A man who brought a dog to the groomers without supervision has been told he is banned from doing it again, after the pup returned with an incredible mullet. Kimberly, 34, lives in Alabama with her family, which includes a goldendoodle named Wilson—who has gone viral for his new haircut. The mom and wife, who posts to TikTok under the username @kimberlynorfleet, shared a video of Wilson that has racked up an impressive 4.1 million views showing the aftermath of her husband taking the dog to the groomers "unsupervised." In the video, Kimberly slowly pans up Wilson's body from his tail, and it first appears the groomer has done a good, clean job. Then the camera reaches his head—and Wilson has a mane of thick, curly fur reaching from his eyes to the blades of his shoulders. Kimberly picked the perfect song to accompany the video, with Billy Ray Cyrus crooning "I want my mullet back" as Kimberly shows off her dog in all his glory. She wrote in a caption: "My husband is NEVER allowed to take him to the groomers, unsupervised, again!" TikTok users loved it, awarding the video close to 300,000 likes as one commenter played along with the joke: "Good dude. Met him in a bar back in 85', we've stayed in touch since." Many jokingly took issue with Kimberly declaring her husband wasn't taking Wilson to the groomers again, as one asked: "Why? Cause you don't like having the coolest dog in the neighborhood?" "This is genuinely the coolest haircut I've ever seen on a dog," another agreed, while one declared: "Idc [I don't care] what anyone says, dogs suit mullets." Wilson's cut even inspired other dog owners, as one commenter wrote: "Incredible! This will be my Goldendoodle's next cut for sure!" One commenter even declared: "I'm pretty sure your husband should be the ONLY one for dog groomer duties from now on! This cut is Legit!" And in a comment, Kimberly admitted Wilson and her husband were "very proud of themselves" after their trip to the groomers. "They came home and immediately started taking selfies in the backyard!" Wilson the goldendoodle got an eye-catching cut at the groomers. Wilson the goldendoodle got an eye-catching cut at the groomers. TikTok @kimberlynorfleet Goldendoodles like Wilson are a crossbreed of golden retrievers and a miniature or standard poodle, and while the breed is not recognized by the American Kennnel Club (AKC), it has become a popular family pet. According to Purina, the goldendoodle requires some form of grooming daily to keep its coat in good condition. The poodle, meanwhile, is described by the AKC as among the dog breeds that require the most grooming, often professionally. The bichon frise, Afghan hound, Portuguese water dog, puli and komondor complete the AKC's list of dog breeds requiring the most grooming. Newsweek has contacted @kimberlynorfleet on TikTok for comment on this story. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
