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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Golden Retriever Boyfriend Being Surprised With Golden Retriever Puppy Has People Sobbing
As a dog parent, there are a few moments you never forget. From the first day they come home to the first time they give you a scare, these moments will stick with you for the rest of your days. Of course, nothing will make you smile more than recalling the first time you laid eyes on your fur baby, whether it was at the animal shelter or during a life-changing surprise like the one Alyssa gave to her 'Golden Retriever Boyfriend.' On May 14, the new dog mama shared throwback videos from a few months ago when she got her boyfriend his dream puppy (also a Golden Retriever, naturally) as the ultimate surprise. The big reveal is even cuter than you'd imagine, but just wait until you see Jameson, the puppy, all grown up! This has got to be the cutest welcome home surprise! Alyssa's boyfriend seemed absolutely stunned to see his dream puppy waiting for him as he walked in the door, and who can blame him? "I'd legit cry if I came home and my girl had my dream dog," a commenter named Ash admitted. "You are amazing." Fortunately, the brand new dog dad seems as grateful and loving as can be, which only goes to show that Alyssa made the perfect decision. A Golden puppy couldn't ask for a better pair of parents!Viewers were quick to praise Alyssa for waiting to give the pup a name. As fun as it can be to name a new puppy, giving that honor to your partner is one of the most generous things an animal lover can do. The new dog dad named his best bud Jameson, who's already growing up into a dapper young dog. Don't you just love him? That sweet bandana and even sweeter face could melt anyone's heart, but no one will ever be as special to this dog as his mom and dad. Happy 'tails' to the new family! 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.
New Indian Express
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
The Age of the Golden Retriever Boyfriend
He's not flexing; he's fetching—the Golden Retriever Boyfriend is loyal, goofy, reliable, and affectionate. According to Tinder's 2024 Dating Trends Survey, 44 per cent of singles are seeking someone who embodies this golden retriever energy: the human equivalent of a big, lovable pup. He's laid-back, attentive, and emotionally generous, showing up with presence instead of pretense. Dr Tammy Nelson, a sex and relationship therapist, sees this as part of a broader shift. 'This softer, more emotionally present version of masculinity could signal a promising evolution in what we value in men—both gay and straight. It shows we're beginning to look beyond the traditional markers of strength, status, or sexual prowess. We're craving tenderness, presence, and emotional fluency. In a dating landscape littered with ghosters and slow-faders, the appeal is clear: he's not playing games—he's just texting back. Relationship expert and author Shahzeen Shivdasani says, 'It feels like a cultural correction to the 'bad boy' era. Now, people—especially women—are seeking safety, laughter, and loyalty. ' The Golden Retriever Boyfriend, then, is the anti-toxic partner. He's not negging you. He's not vanishing after three dates. He shows up. Enthusiastically. But could the very appeal of this archetype mask something regressive? A softboy reboot of traditional gender norms— this time, cloaked in cuddliness? 'Not at all,' Shivdasani says. 'These are just universally appealing traits— warmth, optimism, ease. The same way men might be drawn to confidence or humour. It's not about reinforcing old roles—it's about emotional resonance.'
