Golden Retriever or Golden Deceiver, that was the unexpected question facing one couple in Colorado.

It’s easy to feel confident about a dog’s breed based on appearance alone. Many of us have looked at a pup and thought we knew exactly what kind it was, only to be proven wrong later. Annie and Brian learned this lesson firsthand after adopting Walter, a stray from New Mexico described as a Golden Retriever mix.

Brian had always dreamed of having a Goldie, and when Walter entered their lives, he believed that dream had come true. But what followed was a surprising revelation.

A Familiar Look With An Unexpected Twist

Annie and Brian found Walter on a rescue website and were immediately drawn to him. Listed as a Golden Retriever mix, he seemed like the perfect match , especially for Bri

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