There are days when you just want to hang out with your favorite person without a camera in your face. Sterling Newton, the famous Golden Retriever, is currently going through something similar in this video by @lifeofsterlingnewton. He is usually the sweetest little boy, but in this new reel, he is actually done with his mom and her intrusive ways. He is trying to have some quality time with his dad on the couch, but mom keeps trampling on his personal space.
Golden Retriever wants mom to give him his privacy
The video starts with the Golden Retriever sitting right in front of his dad, paw resting on his hand. It is clear he is expecting some undivided attention. But then the dog realizes his mom is filming. He puts his paw down in slow motion, and then gives her the ultimate “stink eye.” It’s like he can’t believe she would dare to disturb him. Dad tries to save the day with some neck scritches. He is trying to distract him from the paparazzi, but Sterling is not having it.
He looks off into the distance. It’s like he is lamenting the lack of privacy. This breed is famous for being “velcro dogs” who need constant touch. So, when he finally gets it, he doesn’t want any outside interference. Maybe the Golden still holds a grudge against mom from the time she denied him chicken nuggets after his last vet visit. He definitely doesn’t want that negative energy in this blissful state.
As soon as the scratching stops, Sterling tries to grab dad’s hand again. However, he keeps glancing at the camera like a grumpy teenager. The dog looks totally disgusted with everything at once.
As of the time of writing, the video has over 9.4k likes because people relate to the struggle. One person even told mom to go drink some gin somewhere else. Another joked that she was ruining the moment. Mom is probably going to have to win him back with some treats later. But for now, Sterling is making it clear he is unhappy.
