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Newsweek
23-07-2025
- General
- Newsweek
Dog Learns To Open Door, Owner Can't Believe Who's Also Sat on Front Porch
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 Labrador retriever from North Carolina recently went viral after his owners revealed his latest trick, opening the front door to let himself out; however, they had no idea who was hanging out in the porch with him. In a viral TikTok video shared on Friday under the username @uruguayanprincesss, the dog's owner can be seen walking outside their front door, to find the pup chilling in the porch with their black cat sat on the cushioned chair, keeping his canine sibling company. "My dog has learned to open the door, so now he lets himself and the cat out every morning and they do this," reads layover text in the clip. The caption says: "I aspire to be this level of unbothered." Many pet owners believe that they have to choose between a cat and a dog, but studies show that the two can actually live comfortably with each other, and may even become friends, like the pair in the clip. A 2020 study by Italian scientists, published in the journal PLOS ONE, surveyed 1,270 pet owners who own both a cat and a dog, and found that the two can easily cohabit without much conflict. Findings from the study showed that over 64 percent of the cats and dogs living together also played together; 58 percent chased each other; and 41 percent fought. Almost two-thirds of the pets sometimes playfully "ambushed" each other. While most dogs can be trained to live with cats, some dog breeds are more suited for life with a feline than others. Burns Court Veterinary Care says that, because of their friendly manners, dogs such as Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, and beagles are the breeds that get along best with felines. Cat breeds that are most likely to accept dogs into their life include Maine coons, rag dolls, and Siamese. Stock image: A black Labrador retriever stands outside a house. Stock image: A black Labrador retriever stands outside a house. getty images The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 1.6 million views and more than 460,000 likes on the platform. One user, Jussstcassie, commented: "I love that they have no desire to run away they just wanna sit on the porch in the sun." Rachel said: "When my black cat learned to open doors, he would go to neighbors houses and walk right in if their door wasn't locked." Erick Madrigal added: "I wish I could trust my dog to do this but he barks and straight lines anything that moves." Newsweek reached out to @uruguayanprincesss 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
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Blind Golden Retriever Realizes Owner Is Home, His Greeting Melts Hearts
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 blind golden retriever has melted hearts among social-media users after a video of him excitedly greeting his owner upon returning home went viral. In a viral TikTok video shared on Tuesday under the username @masontheblindgolden, Mason, who is also a therapy dog, can be seen wiggling his tail as he walks toward the door, sensing his owner's arrival. "The best welcome home," reads layover text in the clip. The caption continues: "Nothing quite like it." When you own a blind dog, creating a comfortable and safe environment is essential, says Burns Court Veterinary Care, adding that your home should be a sanctuary for your pup where they can feel secure. It starts with making sure the canine can move around without fear of injury. Before bringing your pup home, assess your living space and remove anything that could be hazardous for them. It is important that you remove any sharp or dangerous objects, and use baby gates to block unsafe areas such as staircases. Keeping your home's layout consistent, and adding rugs to provide traction, can also make life a lot easier for your visually impaired pup. Your pup should have their own designated area equipped with bed, toys, and familiar scents, to serve as a comfort zone. Veterinary Vision says that hearing your voice is very soothing for blind dogs, so talking to your pup often can help comfort them. Leaving the TV or the radio playing softly can also be soothing and help prevent excess barking. It is very important to gently speak to your pup when approaching them, especially when they are sleeping, to prevent startling them. Stock image: A golden retriever greets his owner in the yard. Stock image: A golden retriever greets his owner in the yard. getty images The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 267,000 views and more than 58,000 likes on the platform. One user, Amanda Blankenship, commented: "My favorite part of my blind dog greeting me is when she gets close but not ENTIRELY sure where I am so she kisses the air until we find each other." Omeama posted: "The tippy taps are my favorite noise to come home to!" Mcameron123 added: "I can't even. he is literally the cutest bestest boy." Newsweek reached out to @masontheblindgolden 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.
