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Irish Independent
4 hours ago
- General
- Irish Independent
Radio presenter Anton Savage on his dog Sandy: ‘Fetching? Let's just say he is a Golden Retriever who has yet to retrieve anything!'
Sandy is the spitting image of my last dog, Jack, who died about three years ago. Jack lived to be an old dog, but even though he had bad hips and bad elbows in his final years, he was stoic. In physical form, Jack was a Golden Retriever, alright, but in character that was only half of it; the other half of his mindset was something like that of a German Shepherd. He was always protecting his perimeter wherever we went, especially if we were off camping somewhere. Right to the end, Jack was still powering on as best he could. He was fierce noble. After he died, like with any dog you've been close to, you're left with the feeling that you don't want to be disloyal, so it was a year or so before I got Sandy. He is such an athletic dog. I live near St Anne's Park in Dublin and we go there a lot. I cycle, he runs. Golden Retrievers were bred as gun dogs. The invention of the rifle meant that game could be shot from further away. Using spaniels to retrieve was all very well, but after about 80 yards they were wrecked. Golden Retrievers were bigger, tougher and could run for longer. I know that when I run the legs off Sandy, he really loves it. It's like he thinks we're out in the wild and I'm saying: 'Go grab a duck!' I didn't have a dog as a kid but I always had a vaguely romantic notion that it would be nice to have one. It's not until you actually get a dog, though, that you realise the difference between romance and reality. I mean, the sheer amount of excrement in any given day from a dog the size of Sandy is an absolute revelation! And then there's the hair; it's everywhere. Even in the dishwasher. When I took it apart recently, I discovered that the insulation layer was no longer black — it was white, thanks to Sandy's hair! Never underestimate the level of responsibility involved in looking after a dog. Some people are born consistently reliable and responsible. For those of us who aren't, it's a bit of a wake-up call. Dogs have to be walked and fed, day in and day out, for the rest of their lives. And they need to be very well trained. I find it amazing, though, just how well dogs are able to read you; they can pick your mind. Sandy certainly looks like my old dog Jack, but he has different ways about him. Jack loved fetching — he'd have dug up a tree to get himself a stick. Sandy is an affectionate dog; just leaning against me is his version of a hug. And he has a small green dinosaur toy that he loves; if anything disturbs him, he picks it up and carries it around with him. But fetching? Well, let's just say that Sandy is a Golden Retriever who has yet to retrieve anything! As told to Roslyn Dee
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Limping Golden Retriever Is 'Miraculously Healed' When Given a New Toy
Limping Golden Retriever Is 'Miraculously Healed' When Given a New Toy originally appeared on PetHelpful. If you have kids at home, you know that they sometimes fake being sick or injured to get out of doing something, or more often, for attention. If you have pets at home, you know that they sometimes do the same thing, and for Megan Bartels, an inexpensive toy saved her from a very expensive vet trip when her Golden Retriever faked a leg injury. Megan shared the video towards the end of May, saying that her Golden inexplicably woke up with a limp, and they didn't know why. All he wanted was his favorite stuffed animal and to lay down, with mom doting on him. He was sad and he noticed a $7 toy from TJMaxx that was just for him! Watch on to see what happens next. For some reason, his leg immediately started feeling better and just like that, he was miraculously healed! Megan wasn't too upset - the toy saved her from a $500 vet visit. Isn't it funny how quickly pets (and kids!) feel better when they find something that they want or like?!Viewers got a kick out of the Golden's miraculous recovery and shared some funny stories of their own. @loveunicorns shared, "You can't blame him for being a smart cookie. He loves his momma and he will do anything to have her and get a toy. He knows he is a good boy!" @lilyandmaverick joked, "He's thinking 'Am I the drama????' Yes sir you are!" @tammycortwright added, "Praise the lord it's a miracle!" Commenter @Susan Ann Davis pointed out, "He's acting like a human child LOL! Play hurt and if I get something I may feel better!!!" @Jess shared, "When my dogs are hurt, I ask them if they're hurt enough for the vet. It changes their attitude quickly!" @Ciara Connery shared this relatable story, "My black Lab did this. I brought her to the vet, x-rays, everything. Got her a toy and treats because I felt so bad. Vet told me she was fine, later found out she would do this when she didn't want me to leave for work." Dogs know exactly what they're doing! Limping Golden Retriever Is 'Miraculously Healed' When Given a New Toy first appeared on PetHelpful on May 31, 2025 This story was originally reported by PetHelpful on May 31, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Golden Retriever Lands Job As 'Fishing Guide' and Totally Nails the Role
Is there anything that Golden Retrievers can't do? These gorgeous, remarkably intelligent dogs almost never fail to impress. And the Golden Retriever in this video, who shows that he is a grade A "fishing guide," is no exception. From catching fish, to steering the boat, jumping off a cliff, and even taking on a scorpion - there's nothing this "fishing guide" can't do. Not to mention that when this good boy's cheeks flap in the wind as the boat cruises along, it's pretty much as adorable as can be!Obviously, this particular Golden Retriever is an exceptionally talented dog. He can drive and park a boat for crying out loud. Is there anything this guy can't do? As this other video shows, not only is this amazing golden retriever highly competent out on the water, but he is also easily the "coolest guy out in the parking lot." Before they even hit the water, it's obvious that this canine is the real deal. Just look at the way he comes face-to-face with that duck or how he catches so many fish with ease. And once the ride gets rough and bumpy out on the water, this handsome dog is not fazed at all, taking each and every bump in stride as he lays back and relaxes on the backseat, just chilling and enjoying the boat ride. There are good boys, good dogs, and then there are dogs that are professional good boys, just like this guy. He should really be the star of his own commercial or movie. He doesn't always catch fish, but when he does, he prefers to catch them in the open water, because he's the most interesting dog in the world! Looking for more PetHelpful updates? Follow us on YouTube for more entertaining videos. Or, share your own adorable pet by submitting a video, and sign up for our newsletter for the latest pet updates and tips. Golden Retriever Lands Job As 'Fishing Guide' and Totally Nails the Role first appeared on PetHelpful on May 21, 2025
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Golden Retrievers' Sad Faces Waiting for Mom's Return Have People Sobbing
Golden Retrievers' Sad Faces Waiting for Mom's Return Have People Sobbing originally appeared on PetHelpful. Dogs generally do not like to be separated from their humans. This is especially true of Golden Retrievers, who pretty much just want to be friends with everyone. So, as you can imagine, the look on a Golden Retriever's face when they realize that their human has left them alone for the day is enough to turn anyone's heart into a well of sorrow. Which is why we have to warn you, this video of two Golden Retrievers looking absolutely devastated that their human has left them alone for the day will leave you absolutely shattered. As you can see in this heartbreaking video, these two precious babies are just so sad to see their human mama go for the day. It completely pains them to watch her close the door on them. Pet camera footage shows them patiently sitting on the couch, waiting for their human mama to return. Thankfully, they have each other for company, so they don't get too lonely, but this video notes, these precious goldens 'were staring at the front door for almost an hour' after their mama left them. At the end of the video, their kindhearted human mama called out to them through the camera's speaker to let them know she would be home soon, and their faces lit right up with excitement! But don't let those sad faces for you. As sweet as these Golden Retrievers may be, they are not always so understanding when it comes to their humans. As this other video shows, when one of these Golden Retrievers 'slept in and missed her usual breakfast time,' she was not happy with her human mama one bit. What this human needs to understand is that the world revolves around this dog's schedule, and she needs to adapt to it accordingly. In other words, this dog was not late for breakfast; this human just served it too early. Always remember, this is a dog's world. We humans are just here to clean up their poop and feed them. Looking for more PetHelpful updates? Follow us on YouTube for more entertaining videos. Or, share your own adorable pet by submitting a video, and sign up for our newsletter for the latest pet updates and tips. Golden Retrievers' Sad Faces Waiting for Mom's Return Have People Sobbing first appeared on PetHelpful on May 28, 2025 This story was originally reported by PetHelpful on May 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Wakeboarding Golden Retriever Shows Why She Is the Absolute Water Sports Master
Wakeboarding Golden Retriever Shows Why She Is the Absolute Water Sports Master originally appeared on PetHelpful. Golden Retrievers, being a very playful dog breed, love to engage in a variety of activities. But while many Golden Retrievers enjoy classic canine activities such as playing fetch or having precious zoomie outbursts, some enjoy more unique activities. Take the Golden Retriever in this video, for instance. This precious girl goes by the name of Wynn the Golden, and she loves to get out on the water to enjoy wakeboarding. And as this video shows, she's pretty darn good at it, too! At the start of this video, Wynn the Golden is just out there on her board in the middle of the water in need of a tow. Thankfully, some nearby humans are able to toss him a rope and pull him along. At first, Wynn takes it easy. She just lies down on her board and enjoys the ride as she cruises through the water. But then things pick up a little bit, and she decides to stand up on all fours and take the waves as they is where you can really see how much fun she is having. Her mouth is open, her tongue is hanging out, and her tail is wagging in excitement. Yes, this good boy is having a grand old time out on the water! If there is any doubt about how much Wynn loves wakeboarding, this video should put it to rest. In this video, her humans are telling her that it's time to wrap it up. Wynn has been on the board for a while, and it is time for other people to get a turn. However, Wynn is not happy to hear this. She looks visibly defeated as her board slows down, and she senses that her wakeboarding session is coming to a close. But don't worry, you can hear his humans in the background telling her that she will get to go wakeboarding again tomorrow. Looking for more PetHelpful updates? Follow us on YouTube for more entertaining videos. Or, share your own adorable pet by submitting a video, and sign up for our newsletter for the latest pet updates and tips. Wakeboarding Golden Retriever Shows Why She Is the Absolute Water Sports Master first appeared on PetHelpful on May 29, 2025 This story was originally reported by PetHelpful on May 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
