{"id":540,"date":"2025-11-04T16:39:37","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T16:39:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/?p=540"},"modified":"2025-11-04T16:39:37","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T16:39:37","slug":"rescue-labrador-missing-for-2-weeks-reunited-with-elderly-dad-all-thanks-to-a-dirty-sock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/?p=540","title":{"rendered":"Rescue Labrador Missing for 2 Weeks Reunited With Elderly Dad All Thanks to a Dirty Sock"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div data-article-body=\"true\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">A pet who goes missing is a real nightmare, especially for those solely designated as inside companions. Sometimes, no matter how many precautions we take to keep them safe, their intelligence and curiosity get the best of them. It could truly happen to anyone.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Recently, a devoted <a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/tag\/labrador-retriever\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Labrador Retriever;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><strong>Labrador Retriever<\/strong><\/a> escaped her fenced yard in an attempt to follow her 93-year-old dad to the store. Missing for two weeks, it took the work of caring individuals and a very special pair of socks to finally capture Sunny and bring her home. This is one of those stories that&#8217;ll remind you how much our pets love us.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"A happy Labrador Retriever lies outside in the grass with a smile.Image via Unsplash\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/grcFXkU2N6oSPoYhecguqQ--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU0MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/parade_pets_articles_328\/bf8888f64fe1b71c681398ac18f3aa24\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>A happy Labrador Retriever lies outside in the grass with a smile.Image via Unsplash<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Thanks to @<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@abcnews\/video\/7567158462069755166\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:abcnews;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">abcnews<\/a> for sharing this feel-good clip, we get a glimpse of what went through sweet Sunny&#8217;s little doggy mind when she escaped, as well as the emotional toll it took on her dad, Norm. Take a look at this rollercoaster of a <a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\/senior-golden-retriever-soaks-rays-during-blissful-stroller-ride\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:ride;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">ride<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">To recap: Dad went to the grocery store, and Sunny felt like she should&#8217;ve been invited, so she did what any loyal pup would do and followed him! Only, she never made it to the store and <a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\/kind-stranger-rescues-little-dog-lost-in-woods\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:ended up lost;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">ended up lost<\/a>, wandering the great big world alone.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">With the help of volunteers who spread the word about the <a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\/dramatic-labradors-street-cred-ruined-jumping-into-dads-arms-to-avoid-geese\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Labrador;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Labrador<\/a>, Sunny was spotted after two weeks, and the trap was set. The only lure this smart girl would go for was none other than Norm&#8217;s &#8220;stinky&#8221; socks inside the trap\u2014and it worked!<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Shortly after, the two reunited, and all of our hearts are collectively thumping with joy over this <a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\/senior-golden-retriever-who-lived-in-shed-tearjerker-happy-ending\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:happy ending;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">happy ending<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\/lovebug-rescue-dog-reuniting-with-foster-mom-melts-into-puddle-of-joy\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Related: Lovebug Rescue Dog Reunites with Foster Mom &amp; Melts Into Puddle of Joy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Related: Lovebug Rescue Dog Reunites with Foster Mom &amp; Melts Into Puddle of Joy<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cThe house was barren without her,\u201d one person echoed Norm&#8217;s heartfelt words. &#8220;Who knew stinky socks would bring them together!&#8221; another added.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Another person shared what we&#8217;re all feeling, writing, &#8220;What a heartwarming story! It&#8217;s amazing how something as simple as a pair of socks can lead to such a <a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\/silky-wirehaired-dachshunds-reunion-with-mom-so-sweet\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:beautiful reunion;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">beautiful reunion<\/a>. The bond between this man and his dog is truly touching.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">This reunion between Sunny and Norm reminds me of another involving a <strong>Golden Retriever<\/strong> who hadn&#8217;t seen <a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\/golden-retrievers-precious-reunion-with-grandpa-in-wheelchair\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:her wheelchair-bound grandpa;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">her wheelchair-bound grandpa<\/a> in a long time. Watch how she remembers him almost immediately (and try not to cry).<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Dogs Remember Us Through Feelings<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">A\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/canine-corner\/201707\/how-good-is-dogs-ability-remember-people\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:dog\u2019s memory;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">dog\u2019s memory<\/a> of their people is more complex than how we hold memories. While we can think of one particular moment that&#8217;s ingrained, theirs is associative. That means something like the smell of Norm&#8217;s socks will trigger those feel-good feelings, so Sunny would recall how happy she felt being with him.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Once it all clicked, Sunny&#8217;s &#8220;memories&#8221; of Dad likely flooded in with every good emotion she associates with him. They&#8217;re literally feeling their memories, which is just so beautiful.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Here&#8217;s hoping their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\/senior-golden-retriever-has-special-bond-with-96-year-old\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:special bond;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">special bond<\/a>\u00a0lasts for the rest of their days, stinky socks and all!<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a href=\"https:\/\/emojipedia.org\/dog-face\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:\ud83d\udc36;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">\ud83d\udc36<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/parade.com\/newsletters\/parade-pets\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:SIGN UP to get \u201cpawsitivity\u201d delivered right to your inbox with inspiring &amp; entertaining stories about our furry &amp; feathered friends;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><strong>SIGN UP to get \u201cpawsitivity\u201d delivered right to your inbox with inspiring &amp; entertaining stories about our furry &amp; feathered friends<\/strong><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/emojipedia.org\/paw-prints\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:\ud83d\udc3e\ud83d\udc3e;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">\ud83d\udc3e\ud83d\udc3e<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><i>This story was originally reported by <a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\/rescue-labrador-reunites-with-dad-thanks-to-dirty-sock\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Parade Pets;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Parade Pets<\/a> on Nov 4, 2025, where it first appeared in the <a href=\"https:\/\/paradepets.com\/pet-news\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Pet News;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Pet News<\/a> section. 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