When the real feel hits negative six degrees, even the most enthusiastic golden boy has his limits. Meet Auggie, a Golden Retriever who perfectly captured everyone’s winter mood while standing on a snowy New York City sidewalk looking absolutely over it.
Posted by @auggie.golden on TikTok, the video shows Auggie dressed for arctic conditions in a burgundy winter hat and hunter green wellies. Despite his adorable cold-weather gear, his expression says everything: “Oh hell naw.”
The caption perfectly summarizes the situation: “Morning potty walk protest. Auggie says, ” Oh, hell naw 😭🥶”
With text overlay reading “Real feel -6 degrees got us like 😭🥶🤨” Auggie stands motionless as snow falls around him, embodying every person who’s ever had to venture outside during a polar vortex.
The comment section exploded with people who felt personally represented by this bundled-up pup. “Same bestie, same 😫” wrote one viewer, while another added, “The struggle is so real 😂”
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Here’s the funny part: Golden Retrievers were actually bred in Scotland for outdoor work, specifically retrieving waterfowl in cold water. These sturdy, medium-sized dogs were developed with dense, water-repellent coats designed for harsh conditions.
Yet, Auggie’s protest proves that modern Golden Retrievers have opinions about winter weather—especially when it involves mandatory bathroom breaks at dawn in subzero temps.
“Omg, he’s trying so hard to deal with it 🥹🥹😭” one commenter noted, perfectly capturing Auggie’s valiant effort to tolerate the elements.
Goldens typically love outdoor activities and are known for their enthusiasm about pretty much everything. Swimming and fetching are natural favorites for this breed, which maintains playful, puppy-like energy well into adulthood.
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But apparently, standing still on icy sidewalks at negative six degrees? That’s where Auggie draws the line.
Viewers couldn’t get enough of his outfit. “Absolutely rocking that fit 💅” praised one fan, while another called him “divine 💜.” Several compared him to a babushka (Russian grandmother), noting his wise, world-weary expression.
“It’s the face that says I wasn’t going to dress up because I was just going to the store but I’ve ran in to everyone I know. 😂😊” joked one commenter, nailing the relatable energy.
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Others offered solutions: “Oh puppy! Grab a latte and a little schnecken,” suggested one viewer, while another demanded, “Get that good boy a pup cup stat!”
The real winner here? Auggie’s commitment to letting his humans know exactly how he feels about winter morning potty walks. No words needed—just one perfectly grumpy golden face that speaks for cold-weather haters everywhere.
Stay warm out there, Auggie. We feel you.
This story was originally published by Parade Pets on Feb 5, 2026, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.