Move over, influencers — the new kings of Instagram are covered in fur and love to pose. A heartwarming travel trend featuring golden retrievers taking selfies with their human companions is going viral, capturing hearts and likes across the globe.
🐶 Meet the Golden Stars
Leading the trend is Kevin Bubolz, a Minnesota-based content creator and U.S. Army veteran who’s gone viral for documenting his travel adventures with his fluffy golden retrievers. Whether hiking mountain trails or lounging in airport lounges, Kevin’s four-legged companions are front and center in every selfie — often dressed in coordinated travel gear and wearing the brightest smiles on the internet.
📱 Instagram Gold
Kevin's Instagram account has exploded with engagement, thanks to:
- Touching captions about love, loyalty, and wanderlust
- Joyful videos of dogs hugging strangers, kids, and flight crews
- “Paw-sitive vibes only” aesthetic that stands out in a sea of curated content
The wholesome nature of his content offers a refreshing break from the typical travel influencer feed and resonates with followers looking for authentic joy.
✈️ Pets on the Move
Pet travel is also booming — with more airlines, hotels, and destinations becoming dog-friendly. This trend reflects a broader cultural shift:
- Dogs are treated as full family members
- Millennials and Gen Z prioritize experiences and companionship
- “Petfluencers” are gaining brand deals and travel sponsorships
🌍 Why It’s Viral
This trend hits all the right notes:
- Visually adorable and inherently shareable
- Emotionally engaging and universally appealing
- Perfect for short-form video and reels
💬 The Bark Heard Round the Web
“Travel is better when you share it with your best friend,” Kevin wrote in a post that racked up over 3 million views in under 48 hours.
Fans have flooded his comments with love:
“This made my day!”
“Your pups bring light to my feed!”
“BRB, booking a vacation with my dog!”
🐾 Final Thought
As digital life grows noisier, it turns out that smiling golden retrievers in selfie mode are exactly what the world needs. It’s a trend that’s as joyful as it is genuine — and it doesn’t look like it’s slowing down anytime soon.
By ✍️ Yorlinda Ramìrez - MicuPost Team
Sources:
- StoryChief.io
- India Today
- Indian Express
- Instagram: @goldens_on_the_go
