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Newsweek
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Man Helps Disabled Dog Play on the Beach—Has No Idea He's Being Watched
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 and his dog were unwittingly being recorded as they played together at the beach, and have now been seen by millions of people. Jerry, from Vancouver in Canada, is the proud owner of 10-year-old Pembroke Welsh corgi, Pebbles. She is sadly living with rare neurological disease Lafora, a type of epilepsy, and degenerative myelopathy, which weakens the hind legs and eventually leads to paralysis. Before Pebbles' diagnoses, Jerry told Newsweek he would take her to the beach "every day in summer"—but now Pebbles' back legs don't work very well, and the salt water affects her seizure medication, so they have to be careful. Recently, however, Jerry decided that it was time for Pebbles to have a treat, as it had "been a while since she had a beach day." "So we took her to the beach and strapped on her life jacket, and I tried to replicate her favorite game, which was retrieving sticks I would throw far into the waves," Jerry said. From left: Jerry hugs and kisses Pebbles; and the corgi dog runs on the beach before she got sick. From left: Jerry hugs and kisses Pebbles; and the corgi dog runs on the beach before she got sick. TikTok/ Instagram @instapebs "No matter how big the waves were, she would always try to get it. Now, I can only use a rope tied to her life-vest to help her get in and out of the sea," Jerry said. "It's a lot of work getting her stroller down there, but it helps her remember her past, and she has a great time." Jerry and his family didn't know, however, that someone on the strand was recording him and Pebbles and shared it to TikTok, where it has been viewed more than 3.2 million times. Comedian Jeevin Gill, whose account @jgillcomedy is usually filled with clips of his stand-up routines, was so moved by what he saw that he recorded it and posted it with the words: "I saw this guy on the beach with a dog [whose] legs didn't work. This guy deserves every good thing to happen to him." In the clip, Jerry shows the stick to Pebbles and tosses it in the water, before carrying her into the sea to fetch it. He then lifts her back to the sand, where she gives him the stick, and he throws it again, starting the whole thing over. TikTok users were in pieces, awarding the video more than 577,000 likes, as one commenter wrote: "It's moments like that make me think there is actually some hope for us." "I was in a similar situation supporting my husky when his hind legs gave out. It's a lot of work I did not mind doing; it was the least we can do for our loved ones," another posted. "People always say we don't deserve dogs. He definitely does," a third said, while one commenter summed it up: "This proved you can't always change the world but you can change the world for one soul." And Jerry himself even commented on it, after a friend sent him the clip and alerted him that he was going viral. He thanked everyone for their supportive comments, explained the medical journey Pebbles is going through, and encouraged people to "come see the final chapter of her life at @instapebs on Instagram." Jerry, who also posts Pebbles to his TikTok account of the same username, said he and his family were "ecstatic to see so many people saw Jeevin's video." "My friend had sent it to me because it popped up on her TikTok feed; it only had a few hundred views when I first saw it," Jerry said. "The comments left on the video were super heartwarming. "As the video picked up traction, more and more comments poured in, then I started getting DMs from people all around the world, sharing their own stories about their dogs with debilitating diseases, and most just sent love our way. "What I would like people to know is that it's all appreciated. I'm just trying to give back to my dog who has given us so much joy our whole lives," Jerry said. Newsweek has contacted @jgillcomedy 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.
South Wales Argus
22-04-2025
- South Wales Argus
Welsh corgi reunites with owners from Philippines in Newport
Morty, a Pembroke Welsh corgi, made the arduous journey with his owners, Aira Bautista and her husband Stefan, earlier this year. Aira says she and Stefan insisted they wouldn't move without their beloved Morty (Image: Aira Bautista) The couple decided to bring Morty with them when Aira was accepted onto a master's course at the University of Gloucestershire. Aira said: "Bringing Morty, our Pembroke Welsh corgi, from the Philippines to Wales was a long and challenging process, but it was all worth it to have him with us. "As his breed originated in Wales, it felt special to bring him back to his homeland." Morty, who became part of the couple's family during the pandemic in March 2021, was a non-negotiable part of their move to the UK, despite the objections of Aira's parents. Aira said: "My parents were actually against it at first because they said bringing him would cost a lot and so they just volunteered to take care of him in the Philippines. "But we insisted we wouldn't move without Morty." Morty was even part of the couple's wedding in July 2023, and is considered their "baby." Morty has been part of their family since 2021 (Image: Aira Bautista) The journey from Manila to London was no easy feat for Morty, who had to endure 24 hours of travel, including an eight-hour layover between flights. Aira said: "We prepared carefully, making sure he had all the necessary paperwork and requirements and was comfortable in his crate. "Watching him board the plane was tough, but we trusted the professionals handling his transport." Despite the long and tiring journey, Morty settled quickly into his new surroundings in the UK. The family are now enjoying and settling into life in the UK (Image: Aira Bautista) Aira added: "It was a relief to have him with us, and seeing him explore the Welsh countryside made the effort worthwhile. "The journey was long, but it was the first step in starting a new chapter together." Pet Trans Pro Philippines, the transport company that helped reunite the family in the UK, commented on Morty's journey on social media. They said: "After months of preparation, Morty the corgi has finally made it to London to reunite with his fur mum and fur dad. "Now, he's home where he truly belongs. "From warm hugs at the airport to cosy naps in his new home, Morty is settling in perfectly and enjoying every moment of his new life in the UK." Chantalle Coombes, Aira's cousin and a local of nearby Risca, added: "Morty has won hearts with his remarkable journey across continents. "We believe his story highlights the incredible bond between pets and their owners, and how even a small corgi can bring a big sense of homecoming." Aira says she and Stefan, who married in July 2023, consider Morty their 'baby' (Image: Aira Bautista) Morty's story is a reminder of the lengths that pet owners will go to keep their furry friends by their side. His journey from the Philippines to Wales is a testament to the love and commitment of his owners, Aira and Stefan. The couple are now enjoying their life in the UK with Morty, who is settling in perfectly and enjoying every moment of his new life.
NBC News
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Queen Elizabeth II's favorite dogs race for glory in Britain's Corgi Derby
Elizabeth's love of corgis began in 1933 when her father, King George VI, brought home a Pembroke Welsh corgi they named Dookie. Corgis were often by Elizabeth's side in the decades before her death in September 2022 — accompanying her on official tours, reportedly sleeping in their own room at Buckingham Palace and occasionally nipping the ankles of visitors or royal family members. Three corgis even appeared alongside the queen as she climbed into James Bond's waiting helicopter in the spoof video that opened the 2012 London Olympics.
Asharq Al-Awsat
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Queen Elizabeth II's Favorite Dogs Race for Glory in Britain's Corgi Derby
Some of the fastest canines on four very short legs have raced for glory in Scotland's annual Corgi Derby. The Musselburgh Racecourse Corgi Derby was first held in 2022 to mark Queen Elizabeth II's 70 years on the throne. The late monarch was a devoted corgi fan who owned almost 30 of the breed over the decades, along with a few dorgis – a corgi-dachshund cross. Four-year-old Juno beat a 16-strong field of dashing dogs dressed in bright sweaters over the 230-foot (70-meter) race on Saturday at the racecourse outside Edinburgh. She came from behind in the final stretch to beat last year's winner, Rodney. The winner and her owners, Alisdair Tew and Fran Brandon, were presented with a trophy and dog treats by tennis coach Judy Murray, mother of Scottish star Andy Murray. Tew told the BBC that "we trained her for this last year but this year we just resorted to just letting her chase things, particularly seagulls" on Edinburgh's Portobello Beach. "Juno is always ready for treats -– that is probably why she won," he said. Elizabeth's love of corgis began in 1933 when her father, King George VI, brought home a Pembroke Welsh corgi they named Dookie Corgis were often by Elizabeth's side in the decades before her death in September 2022 — accompanying her on official tours, reportedly sleeping in their own room at Buckingham Palace and occasionally nipping the ankles of visitors or royal family members. Three corgis even appeared alongside the queen as she climbed into James Bond's waiting helicopter in the spoof video that opened the 2012 London Olympics.
Associated Press
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Dogs of Queen's Elizabeth II's favorite breed race for glory in the UK's Corgi Derby
LONDON (AP) — Some of the fastest canines on four very short legs have raced for glory in Scotland's annual Corgi Derby. The Musselburgh Racecourse Corgi Derby was first held in 2022 to mark Queen Elizabeth II's 70 years on the throne. The late monarch was a devoted corgi fan who owned almost 30 of the breed over the decades, along with a few dorgis – a corgi-dachshund cross. Four-year-old Juno beat a 16-strong field of dashing dogs dressed in bright sweaters over the 230-foot (70-meter) race on Saturday at the racecourse outside Edinburgh. She came from behind in the final stretch to beat last year's winner, Rodney. The winner and her owners, Alisdair Tew and Fran Brandon, were presented with a trophy and dog treats by tennis coach Judy Murray, mother of Scottish star Andy Murray. Tew told the BBC that 'we trained her for this last year but this year we just resorted to just letting her chasing things, particularly seagulls' on Edinburgh's Portobello Beach. 'Juno is always ready for treats -– that is probably why she won,' he said. Elizabeth's love of corgis began in 1933 when her father, King George VI, brought home a Pembroke Welsh corgi they named Dookie Corgis were often by Elizabeth's side in the decades before her death in September 2022 — accompanying her on official tours, reportedly sleeping in their own room at Buckingham Palace and occasionally nipping the ankles of visitors or royal family members. Three corgis even appeared alongside the queen as she climbed into James Bond's waiting helicopter in the spoof video that opened the 2012 London Olympics.
