Rheagar the Golden Retriever Takes Walking Matters Into His Own Paws

Rheagar, a golden retriever from Des Moines, Iowa, is living proof that some dogs have a very clear vision for their daily walks — and they won’t hesitate to take control if things don’t go their way.

Dog walker Argo, who regularly cares for 10 to 15 dogs a week, met Rheagar for the first time during what he assumed would be a routine outing. Before setting off, he reviewed the notes left by previous walkers. One detail quickly caught his attention: Rheagar had a reputation for being particular about his walking route. If the path didn’t align with his usual one, he would stop, sit down, and wait until the walker changed course.

At first, Argo was happy to follow Rheagar’s lead, letting the golden enjoy his preferred r

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