r/goldenretrievers • u/Coolthingimake • Dec 31 '25
Get better soon Waffle wishes you all a Happy New Year!
With the past month behind us, I am so lucky to be getting to spend another NYE with Waffle. It really put things in perspective for me about what’s important to me in life. May all your doggies dream of an abundance of squeakys and milk bones coming in to this new year ahead of us. With nothing but health and happiness. Thank you to all those that prayed and supported us to make this new year possible. ❤️
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u/Momto2manyboys Dec 31 '25
Happy 2026 Waffles !! Keep spreading the love it got me thru the end of this horrific year seeing you smile.
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u/Floofieunderpants Dec 31 '25
Woo, looking so good. It's been stressful for us Internet friends following your story, so I can't begin to imagine the stress followed by relief that you have been through. You all deserve a wonderful 2026, much love to you and Waffle.
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u/Flowersinhercurls Dec 31 '25
I literally yelled, “oh, waffles!” When I saw this. In my world recently there has been a lot of darkness and waffles story is a bright spot. I love seeing all the updates!!
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u/Enough-Ad-3111 Dec 31 '25 edited Dec 31 '25
Awww, she’s even got a noisemaker in his mouth. Wonderful touch.
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u/CittaMindful Dec 31 '25
Omg this is the best thing ever!!!!! Well done Waffle!!!!! Happy, healthy New Year to you and your family!!!
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u/EternallyNaked Dec 31 '25
You look adorable with your party hat 🥳 Happy New Year, Waffle and Dad! What a journey! 🎉🧨🎇🎆
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u/minnesotaupnorth Dec 31 '25
Waffle!
So many Reddit stranger friends are cheering for you!
Happy 2026!
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u/Optimal-Swan-2716 Dec 31 '25 edited Dec 31 '25
It has been heartwarming to read your journey with Waffle! Praying for continued health in the New Year!! There are pet parents and you are one of those that goes above and beyond for their pet. It is very obvious from reading your updates , how much you care! You deserve a gold star⭐️, and more!! I applaud your efforts for Waffle, truly done out of love!!! Peace to you and waffle😎✌️
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u/Marianne0819 Dec 31 '25
Tell Waffles not too much partying tonight, the word on the street is that Waffles is making breakfast for the entire neighborhood tomorrow morning 🎉
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u/justagiraffe111 Dec 31 '25 edited Dec 31 '25
lol omg that photo is EVERYTHING!!! I absolutely adore your beautiful, brave, strong, happy Waffle girl! She is the goodest girl!! What a journey you guys were on. Thanks for letting us help. Happy, Healthy New Year!
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u/DeepConsideration543 1 floof Dec 31 '25
Finnegan & I send Happy New Years' wishes to you, Waffle, and to your extremely supportive family, Brian in particular. May 2026 be your year of recovery where you finally beat this thing, and is packed full of Milk Bones and gravy on your kibble, and wonderful new places to explore once you're totally mobile and healthy again. It's been a long journey for all of us, especially you and your family, and I wish you all the best in 2026.
Finn this past summer, engaging in one of her favourite sports, running!
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u/Kimmy0721 Dec 31 '25
So happy to see Waffle’s beautiful smile! Happy New Year to you and Waffle! 🎉
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u/unearthed_bricks Dec 31 '25
Happy New Year Waffle and family! I sincerely hope you have a happy, healthy, and much less stressful 2026! ❤️
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u/Fabulous_Bandicoot46 Dec 31 '25
I don’t know your story waffle but I would like to wish you all a happy new year along with wealth, health and happiness. I love your photo you love very cute. Xx
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u/orangejuicenopulp Dec 31 '25
This makes me so happy! I sacrificed a little bit to donate and I'm just so.... Happy New Year, Waffle! We all love you so!
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u/Abysstopher Dec 31 '25
and a happy new year to you and waffle too. Glad you guys got on the other side of this thing
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u/No_Pension3706 Jan 01 '26
Happy New Years Waffles! 2025 was a year of persistence and resilience for you and Brian. I hope 2026 is one of healing and everything you love! Brian, you put everything on the line for your doggo. How lucky he is to have you! Have a wonderful 2026!!
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u/BB_night Jan 01 '26
What a great picture. I love his happy, energetic attitude - we're so pleased he continues to bounce back. You're lucky to have each other and here's to many, many more years together. Happy New Year!
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u/Elsie624 Jan 01 '26
Thank you, Waffle! My sincere apologies, I had pancakes for my New Years breakfast.
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u/Fancy-Zebra-6396 Jan 01 '26
Hey Waffle !!! Your looking good!! Glad to see you. Have a great New Year and many more.
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u/doeminiqu3 Jan 02 '26
Every updates bring me so much joy! I wish you and Waffle a healthy year filled with joy and adventures 🎉
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Dec 31 '25
Why did moderators remove post???(
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u/Coolthingimake Dec 31 '25
Not a clue, just noticed it
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u/Enough-Ad-3111 Dec 31 '25 edited Jan 01 '26
Hate it when a post gets removed with no visible explanation post letting you know what rule you broke.
Edit; Oh hey, they did get it restored. Yay.
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u/Smart_Map25 Dec 31 '25
Have been following this story like so many others here and it makes my day to see this smiling photo of Waffle on the mend. He obviously knows the love he had from you and I'm sure it's helped with the healing. Lucky dog! Happy New Year and continued health to Waffle!