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A golden retriever with a flair for drama has gone viral after being caught in what appeared to be a lighthearted “assassination attempt” on her cat sibling. In a TikTok video posted by Cara Ovens (@lucieandkev), the family’s 8-year-old golden retriever named Lucie is seen standing at the top of the stairs before dropping a ball directly toward Kevin, a gray cat lounging below.
The moment quickly escalates from ordinary to internet-famous thanks to Lucie’s guilty reaction. After the ball bounces past Kevin and Ovens off-camera jokingly asks, “Did you just try to kill Kevin?”, Lucie lets out a perfectly-timed, expressive whimper—instantly convincing viewers of her innocence and dramatics.
Source: TikTok / @lucieandkevThe video, which has garnered nearly 2 million views and over 243,000 likes, is striking a chord with animal lovers everywhere. Ovens, a producer from Edinburgh, Scotland, told Newsweek that Lucie’s response was so animated and impeccably timed, it caught her completely off guard. It’s likely part of the reason so many have connected with the clip.
In the footage, Lucie’s tail is wagging and her eyes are wide as she stares down the stairway. Her cat sibling, Kevin, is barely visible against the carpet due to her gray coat, which makes the whole situation even more comical. The ball narrowly misses Kevin, who doesn’t even flinch. It’s as if she’s seen these antics from Lucie before and simply doesn’t have time for it.
Lucie and Kevin have been companions for several years now. Lucie joined the household first, and Ovens said they adopted Kevin with the hope that Lucie’s obsession with cats could be tempered by having one at home. Despite their very different personalities, the match has been a success.
Lucie is described as clever, vocal, dramatic, and full of personality. Kevin, on the other hand, is calm, independent, and slightly aloof—a cat who is often completely unfazed by Lucie’s high-energy outbursts. In fact, Kevin rarely reacts to anything Lucie does, and that alone makes Lucie’s behavior seem even more ridiculous.
Interestingly, Kevin kept her name after a bit of a mix-up. The family initially thought she was male and named her accordingly. By the time they discovered otherwise, the name had stuck, and Kevin was officially part of the household.
Source: TikTok / @lucieandkevOvens explained that while Lucie can be exuberant and loud, especially online, she’s incredibly respectful of Kevin in real life. She doesn’t chase or antagonize her feline sister and knows her boundaries. It’s just that sometimes those boundaries come with a bit of golden retriever flair—like dropping a ball from the top of the stairs with impeccable comedic timing.
Despite the dramatics caught on camera, Lucie is a registered ‘therapet’ and has spent time visiting care homes, hospitals, airports, and schools to bring comfort to others. Her loving and expressive personality makes her an ideal therapy animal, and Ovens hopes she’ll be back doing those visits again soon after a break.
As for Kevin, she’s more of a behind-the-scenes kind of cat. Her subtle expressions and quiet tolerance of Lucie’s antics make her the perfect foil to her sister’s over-the-top reactions. Ovens noted that Kevin will sometimes taunt Lucie just for fun, but their dynamic remains peaceful and hilarious to watch.
TikTok users flooded the comments section with their own interpretations of Lucie’s exaggerated defense. One viewer joked that Lucie “looked upset she missed,” while another said her whimper sounded like she was offended anyone would even suggest she’d try to harm Kevin. Others were fixated on Kevin’s near-invisibility due to her camouflage-like fur, making the stair prank all the more sneaky.
A few users also pointed out the humor in Kevin’s name, with one writing, “I feel like we’re all just skipping past the fact that a female cat is named KEVIN.” Others were impressed by Lucie’s timing and acting skills, calling her the “Meryl Streep of golden retrievers.”
While the video is undeniably hilarious, it also highlights the everyday magic of the human-animal bond. Lucie and Kevin may be vastly different in temperament, but their friendship is built on mutual respect and familiarity. It’s clear they each bring something special to their household—and now to the world, through their viral fame.
Source: TikTok / @lucieandkevThe clip, and Lucie’s reaction in particular, is a reminder of why golden retrievers are often called the comedians of the dog world. With expressive faces and big hearts, they never fail to bring joy—and sometimes, a bit of dramatic flair—to the people who love them.
As the video continues to circulate online, Ovens is embracing the spotlight her pets have earned. And while Kevin may not be too fussed about internet fame, Lucie seems born for it.
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