Meet Honey, the Golden Retriever turning daily walks into sidewalk sit-ins. This dog isn't interested in running or sniffing, or fetching. Nope! She is all about chilling halfway through the route, plopping down mid-sidewalk like she owns the place.
The video of her “walking” routine, posted on TikTok by @goldennamedhoney, has exploded. It shows Honey doing what she does best: sitting! Not running, not tugging, just lying there like she is clocked out. Her owner tries to encourage her, even gives her little tugs, but Honey? She is in her own world.
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Dog parents everywhere are nodding their heads. One person commented, “Mine just stops. We’re done. Let’s go home now, lol.” And it is true. Some dogs just aren't into the whole "walk" thing. Sometimes it is the weather, sometimes it is a mood, and sometimes it is just who they are.
Honey’s behavior taps into that funny, frustrating moment every dog owner hits. When your pet suddenly refuses to move. No barking, no warning, just a sudden park job in the middle of the sidewalk.
Comments poured in. People shared stories of their own lazy pups. Others offered advice. A few just laughed and hit replay. Honey isn’t just a dog on TikTok; she has a mood. She is every one of us on a Monday morning, and her laid-back vibe has made her a star.
Cezar / Unsplash / The golden retriever, who prefers a "slow life,” transforms walks into frequent sit-down breaks. And netizens love it!
However, not every dog is born ready to leash up and hit the pavement. Some pups need a little push, and that is okay. Walking is a skill, not a default setting. For dogs like Honey, it is more of a negotiation than a routine.
Experts like PetHelpful say to start small. Indoors is best. Let your dog get comfy with the gear first. Attach the leash, drop a few treats, and walk a few steps inside the house. The goal is to build positive vibes with the leash before hitting the street. That way, your dog connects the gear with good things, not pressure.
Just like us, dogs have moods. Some days they are full of beans. Other days, they are like Honey. It is easy to forget that dogs aren’t here to perform.