Dog Walker Shocked As Golden Retriever Greets With Knife In Mouth

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Golden Retriever Greets Dog Walker With Kitchen Knife, Goes Viral

A lighthearted walk with two golden retrievers turned unexpectedly tense when one of the dogs greeted her walker not with a toy, but with a kitchen knife.

The story was shared by Reddit user depressed_n_obsessed on the r/RoverPetSitting forum, where it quickly drew thousands of upvotes and comments. According to the walker, Lily, a two-year-old golden retriever, has a charming habit of carrying something in her mouth whenever someone enters the apartment. Usually, it’s a plush toy or some other harmless object, an endearing routine that signals excitement and friendliness.

But this time, Lily trotted forward with a kitchen knife clutched between her teeth, the blade pointing outward. What began as a moment of surprise quickly shifted into alarm, especially when the family’s 10-month-old golden retriever puppy tried to snatch the knife away from her.

The walker managed to retrieve the blade safely before either dog or person was harmed. She later explained that the knife had likely been left on a table or pulled from a block, but has since been stored securely in a cupboard. Reflecting on the scare, she joked, “At least the owner never has to worry about intruders — the dogs have him covered.”

Other Reddit users responded with a mix of laughter and relief. Some pointed out how dangerous the situation could have become, while others leaned into humor about the unpredictable nature of retrievers. One commenter wrote, “This would freak me out so bad, mostly for the dogs,” while another added, “Dogs really be doing anything to get those treats.”

The post has now earned more than 12,000 upvotes and hundreds of comments, with readers admitting they laughed nervously while appreciating that no harm came to either pup. For many, it was yet another example of how life with dogs is full of surprises — some sweet, some silly, and occasionally, a little sharp-edged.