<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=15ZqVe_0vXMcniy00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=15ZqVe_0vXMcniy00" width="620" height="349" >Whether you adopt a puppy or a rescue dog from the shelter, you'll have so many milestones and 'firsts' to look forward to. From their first night at home to their first anniversary of joining the family, everything and anything is worth celebrating! You never truly know when your pup will bypass their next goal or milestone, and you can never predict when you'll get to witness adorable first-time experiences like this.On September 5, a sweet Golden Retriever Puppy named Bear saw rain for the very first time. It didn't take long before he convinced his parents to let him go outside on the patio, so a lazy day quickly turned into the puppy's first rainy day, too. It looks like he had a blast!What a cutie patootie! Bear is such a curious, happy dog (as most puppies are), and his parents made the right choice by letting him explore the patio in the rain. Even if he went outside under the guise of a potty break, it was a great enrichment and learning experience for him!As @sarahthesoulpreneur pointed out in the comments, this is a typical "day in the life of a Golden Retriever." These dogs love to eat, sleep, and play, but let's be honest--what dog doesn't? Plenty of dogs would love to swap places with Bear for a day, even just to beg for the dog owner's delicious breakfast. The 'fat naps' and rainy day playtime are just the cherries on top of an already wonderful day!Luckily, the clouds parted later in the day so that the playful puppy could still fit in a much-needed walk. It took quite a few potty breaks and trips outside before he finally tuckered out, but when he did, it was the cutest thing. Nothing is sweeter than a sleeping puppy!<h2>Rain Safety for Dogs</h2>Although you don't technically need any rain equipment or waterproof accessories for quick potty breaks, it can still be helpful to have a rain jacket to keep your dog dry on rainy days. Some dogs enjoy having rain boots to protect their paws, too, though others will prefer feeling the water and mud on their paws. Just be prepared for paw cleanup afterward!One of the most forgotten safety tips for rainy days is to make your dog as visible as possible. Something as small as a light-up collar could make them visible to passing cars and cyclists, who may have trouble seeing clearly in rainy or foggy conditions. Rain usually isn't enough to prevent dogs from going outside, though some may need a bit of encouragement if they don't enjoy going potty in the rain. If you have a curious puppy like Bear on your hands, though, rain won't be stopping you anytime soon!Looking for more PetHelpful updates? Follow us on YouTube for more entertaining videos.Or, share your own adorable pet by submitting a video, and sign up for our newsletter for the latest pet updates and tips.</div></body>

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Golden Retriever Puppy's First Time in the Rain Is Pure Sweetness

Whether you adopt a puppy or a rescue dog from the shelter, you'll have so many milestones and 'firsts' to look forward to. From their first night at home to their first anniversary of joining the family, everything and anything is worth celebrating! You never truly know when your pup will bypass their next goal or milestone, and you can never predict when you'll get to witness adorable first-time experiences like this.