A pet parent, known on TikTok as @finding.golden, shared in a July 1 video her golden retriever lounging on the deck, depressed, waiting for her dog dad to return. The dog, Zoe, does not understand that her owners ended their relationship 1 1/2 years ago. And yet, every afternoon, she waits for her dad to return, the owner told Newsweek via TikTok.

Golden Retrievers have long been celebrated as the quintessential family dog, thanks to their friendly nature, intelligence, and adaptability. Their warm disposition and eagerness to please make them ideal companions for families of all shapes and sizes.