It’s hard not to smile at a Golden Retriever showing loyalty in action. These pups are famous for their affectionate nature and constant desire to be near their humans, making them both social media favorites and America’s most trusted family companions. A TikTok video from @awillowbitofwinston recently went viral for showing one Golden Retriever keeping a careful eye on her owner while riding in a separate golf cart.
TikTok video shows Golden Retriever keeping an eye on owner from a different golf cart
The video features Willow, a Golden Retriever, riding with her furry sibling Winston in a separate golf cart while her owner follows behind in another. From the moment the cameras roll, Willow’s eyes are fixed on her owner. Not only that, she repeatedly turns her head to make sure they are keeping up. The onscreen caption reads, “Soulmated so hard this is my Golden Retriever when we are in different golf carts making sure I’m still behind her on our way home.”
As the golf carts move along, Willow maintains her vigilance, occasionally pausing to glance back before resuming her ride. Her attentive behavior showcases the breed’s natural instincts for bonding and protective care. The TikTok video has gained over 281K likes, at the time of writing. Moreover, it has received hundreds of comments from users who could relate or were simply charmed by Willow’s devotion.
One comment read, “Dogs are so loyal we literally do not deserve them.” But not every dog is built like Willow, as another user quipped, “My boxer wouldn’t give a damn.” The thread also featured tales of over-the-top loyalty. One Dachshund owner confessed, “My dachshund would risk her life to jump out and come to my cart.” And among the most heartfelt replies was one that read, “You are so blessed to be loved that much by your baby.”
Beyond their loyalty, Golden Retrievers are exceptionally social dogs. They tend to see everyone (from family members to strangers) as part of their pack. Their velcro tendencies aren’t just about following their owners. They also extend to a desire to be involved in all activities. That’s why they’re frequently described as “family shadows.” While it can sometimes feel like you never get a moment alone, most Golden parents cherish this level of devotion.
