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Newsweek
7 days ago
- General
- Newsweek
Hearts Melt as Rescue Golden Retriever Finally Sits Next to New Owner
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. Rescuing a dog doesn't always guarantee instant affection. While many adopted animals are relieved to be in a safer environment, building trust takes time—and, sometimes, even the smallest gestures can feel monumental. That's what Reddit user u/MasterPh0 experienced after adopting a golden retriever named Teddy. In a post on May 1, the new dog owner uploaded a touching photo of Teddy tentatively sitting on the couch—just beside him. The caption said it had taken a full day for the shy dog to muster the courage. "Found this [1]-year-old golden retriever up for adoption and knew this was the perfect opportunity to finally have a golden retriever," the user wrote. "I've owned chihuahuas my whole life, so this is my first big dog. His name is Teddy and I will honor the previous owners' wish in keeping the name." Stock image: A golden retriever is seen resting indoors on a blanket. Stock image: A golden retriever is seen resting indoors on a blanket. Santiago Gmez Cuervo / 500px/500Px Unreleased Plus Since being posted, the photo has quickly gained attention across the platform, racking up hundreds of comments. The Reddit user said that Teddy had originally been brought into another home as a companion for a senior husky. However, after six months, the dynamic between the two dogs wasn't working out. "I guess it just didn't work out in the end," the user wrote. "The husky was the family pet, so they decided to part ways with Teddy and let their husky live a comfortable life as a senior." The American Kennel Club (AKC) says that it is completely normal for an adult dog to be less than enthusiastic about a new puppy. Not all older canines welcome the energy and attention of a younger companion—and that is fine. An older dog may not appreciate being jumped on or treated like a chew toy, and some may choose to walk away, growl, or give a warning snap to set boundaries. While this behavior is typical and part of canine communication, any instance where an adult dog actually uses its teeth on a puppy crosses a line. In such cases, the AKC recommends seeking guidance from a veterinary behaviorist. How To Settle in Your New Puppy or Dog Newsweek reached out to Kennel Club-accredited dog trainer Joe Nutkins, who has provided three tips on how to help a pup settle into home: "Create a space for puppy to go to for naps, quiet time especially if there are other dogs in the home or many family members. Puppy pens with a cozy bed, open crate with bedding, toys, puppy chews, snuggle mat with small treats in etc. become a puppy's safe space and helps them learn to rest when tired. This could also be a kids' tipi, space under the dining table etc." "Spend time on the floor with your new puppy; playing, handling, holding chews for them to use. This can be one-on-one time if there are multiple family members and helps build bonds and trust, as well as allowing us to interact more closely than when we are standing or leaning over." "Don't overwhelm! Although bringing new puppy home is exciting for here first few days are best kept for you and your pup. Keep visitors to a minimum, despite everyone wanting to visit; ideally, there should be none the first few days. Ensure you give pup some time to rest without you interacting with them. Consider stimulus like background noise, scent from air fresheners and perfumes, family members all calling the puppy at once etc. as this can be very overwhelming and confusing!" Reddit Reacts Almost 200 dog lovers have commented to share photos of their golden and share what it is like being an owner of one. "So happy for you both! Excited for your first golden smile! You'll never regret it, even the hard days. Can't wait for the weird personality quirks and side eye of judgment. You'll never have a dull day! They're characters for sure! I love my judgmental polar bears," said one user. Another posted: "He's gonna be a great boy! Just keep in mind that his whole world has been turned upside down. It's gonna take time for everyone (including you) to adjust and get used to routines. Be patient and loving and you're gonna have a best friend." Newsweek reached out to u/MasterPh0 for comment. 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
16-05-2025
- General
- Newsweek
'Nervous' Owner Checks Pet Cam—Unprepared for What Rescue Dog Is Doing
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 pet camera gives owners the opportunity to keep an eye on their furry friends but doing exactly that can sometimes lead to a sense of dread. As demonstrated by Zeppelin's owner, who initially feared the rescued German shepherd may be destructive when left home alone. However, the surveillance footage showed the opposite. The text layered over a clip of Zeppelin happily lying on the kitchen floor states the owner was "nervous," but according to the caption, the only thing that was destroyed was their heart. As the next few scenes show the dog lying by the front door waiting for them to come home. Newsweek discussed the heartbreaking clip that has 237,800 views with United Kingdom-based, Kennel Club-accredited dog trainer Joe Nutkins. Tips to Help Dogs Who Are Not Comfortable Alone at Home She has provided the following tips for owners with dogs who do not enjoy being home alone. Create a Comfortable Space: Ensure dogs have a space with a bed or crate they already like using when you're home. This doesn't need to be the whole house—many dogs relax more in a smaller area, like a single room or a couple of rooms with other doors closed. Ideally, this space should be away from external noise, strong air fresheners, and other disturbances. Ensure dogs have a space with a bed or crate they already like using when you're home. This doesn't need to be the whole house—many dogs relax more in a smaller area, like a single room or a couple of rooms with other doors closed. Ideally, this space should be away from external noise, strong air fresheners, and other disturbances. Use Calming Tools: Tools like Pet Remedy and DAP Diffusers can help dogs feel calmer and happier when alone. Each dog has different preferences, so if one scent or brand doesn't work, others might, as they have different blends. Tools like Pet Remedy and DAP Diffusers can help dogs feel calmer and happier when alone. Each dog has different preferences, so if one scent or brand doesn't work, others might, as they have different blends. Provide Background Noise: Playing the radio or other sounds only when leaving can signal your departure rather than soothe. Instead, use the same noise consistently when you're home and away, so it becomes a familiar background. This helps by providing a known sound and masking potentially disturbing outside noises. Playing the radio or other sounds only when leaving can signal your departure rather than soothe. Instead, use the same noise consistently when you're home and away, so it becomes a familiar background. This helps by providing a known sound and masking potentially disturbing outside noises. Offer Licky Mats or Toys: Give your dog a licky mat with paste or coconut oil before you leave to encourage self-soothing. Licking helps dogs feel calmer, but stressed dogs may not eat once left alone—offering it while you're getting ready can be more effective. The same applies to toys they can lick or extract food from. Give your dog a licky mat with paste or coconut oil before you leave to encourage self-soothing. Licking helps dogs feel calmer, but stressed dogs may not eat once left alone—offering it while you're getting ready can be more effective. The same applies to toys they can lick or extract food from. Teach Switching Off: Spend time with your dog while doing non-interactive tasks—like reading, cooking, or using the phone—to reduce the contrast between attention and absence. Dogs often struggle with the abrupt shift when we go from interacting to leaving. Practicing short periods (10–20 minutes) of "switching off" helps dogs learn they're not missing out and prepares them for alone time. A stock image of a German shepherd lying on the floor with a sad facial expression. A stock image of a German shepherd lying on the floor with a sad facial expression. VacharapongW/iStock / Getty Images Plus TikTok Reacts As of now, the clip has almost 50,000 likes and many comments. "At least he has someone to wait for now," pointed out one user and another wrote: "They have no concept of time—all they know is that you come back." "If I saw this I would never be able to leave my house again," said a third user. Newsweek reached out to @zuniandzeppelin for comment via email. 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
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Owner Excited To Take Basset Hound Pup for a Walk but There's a Problem
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. Many owners have got their work cut out when they become puppy parents—apart from Norma's, a basset hound who recently left internet viewers in hysterics. Racking up more than 14.5 million views on TikTok (@normathebasset), owner Bailey, 26, can be heard initiating a walk. However, 4-month-old Norma has other plans. She can be seen sitting in a dog pen with a leash attached to her collar. "Norma is incredibly expressive," Bailey, from Philadelphia, told Newsweek. "I feel like I can tell when she's judging me. "She wants what she wants, when she wants it. This includes spending time outside (or inside)," Bailey added. From left: Norma sits on the floor in a dog pen with a lead attached to her collar; and sits on the floor. From left: Norma sits on the floor in a dog pen with a lead attached to her collar; and sits on the floor. TikTok/@normathebasset In this instance, Norma does make it out of the pen, but it is clear she has no desire to go out. Bailey said: "Puppies are very active, regardless of breed. She has lots of zoomies, plays fetch, and loves to go on long walks. However, it's all on her terms. "She recently graduated from her playpen, and we no longer use it. She's loving her new freedom, especially lounging on the couch!" From left: Owner Bailey smiles for the camera while in the car and Norma is in the backseat; and pouts for a selfie with her puppy. From left: Owner Bailey smiles for the camera while in the car and Norma is in the backseat; and pouts for a selfie with her puppy. Bailey/@normathebasset Newsweek discussed the hilarious clip that has over 1.7 million likes with Kennel Club-accredited dog trainer Joe Nutkins. She told Newsweek: "Basset hounds have the body of a scent tracker; lower to the ground than sight hounds and long ears that help channel scent toward their nose to help them find and follow a track. This means, when they are slowly walking a few steps, their olfactory senses are being hit with hundreds of different types of scent, and that takes a lot of cognitive processing." Nutkins added: "This means that a regular walk, say, 20 mins round the block, might be easy work for a terrier, German shepherd or Labrador but for a bassett hound, this could be exhausting and for a puppy even more so, as they are also learning and discovering sights, sounds etc." Nutkins also said that Norma may be easily tired due to her physique. "With a longer back, they can find growing as puppies tiring very quickly as their supporting joints, muscles etc. are working hard to help the overall body. "Once they are adults, they can have muscle fatigue from keeping the back supported and strengthened, too. When your body needs additional backup while growing or to do day-to-day activities, it is understandable that you will pick and chose your activities and types of exercise!" TikTok Reacts So far, the clip captioned: "Stubborn is an understatement," has over 14,000 comments. "First mistake was calling her Norma. That's an indoor name. She's a librarian," said one user. Another posted: "She putting the NO in NORMA." A third commenter added, "Norma is 99 years old," and a fourth commented: "She's looking at her cage like 'I am out.'" 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.
