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We are not movie writers, but we think Jennifer Garner just starred in a hilarious rom-com moment with her pets, and we are naming it: "A Tug-of-War." Recently, Garner was spotted at a local dog park dressed in casual athleisure with a hoodie pulled snugly over her head while struggling to wrangle her energetic new puppy alongside another furry companion. It was chaos—and pure comedy.
Garner's new puppy, full of boundless energy, was pulling her in one direction, while her other dog seemed just as determined to chart its own path. The moment turned into an endearing tug-of-war, with the actress valiantly holding onto the leashes while trying to maintain her footing. Her expression made the scenario feel like a Hollywood script come to life.
This funny moment comes just days after Garner shared the heartbreaking news of her beloved retriever, Birdie, passing on November 29, 2024. Birdie had been a cherished member of Garner's family for years, and fans worldwide sent their love and condolences after Garner posted a touching tribute on social media.
"It is hard to know how to write this— it seems nuts, given the world, to mourn a pet, but since we have shared Birdie with all of you, it only seems fair to let you know of her passing. Birdie let us know on Thursday that she wasn't feeling herself (a renowned foodie, Birdie never missed a meal). We were surprised to learn that, not only was she very ill, she was at the end of her life," the actress wrote on Instagram.
"The vet told us that dogs often hang on until their person comes home from college and we believe Birdie did just that," she said, referring to her daughter Violet. "So that we could pet her soft ears together and thank her for being the world's best dog," she said. "Birdie loved to be read to, always found her way into a Pretend Cooking Show, and knew just how to give people what they needed (as evidenced by her happy days as a dog therapy team with Mo). She lived a happy dog life and is now in the role she was born to play: angel girl. It's a gift to love and be loved by such a creature as Birdie the Doggie. 🐾🪽"
Fans and friends quickly flooded social media with comments. "My heart is broken reading this. As another golden mom, they're our whole world—the sweetest, purest souls. I am so sorry for this tremendous loss. Sending you all of the love, Jen, and know that Birdie will forever be right by your side. Their favorite place to be xo 🐾 💔❤️," a person wrote.
While another added: "I know that pain so well. My greatest comfort is to know they become our guardian angels. Even though you might not hear her nails clicking on the floor behind you, Birdie is there. She will also be sitting on the wings of any aircraft her family flies on...no winds can dislodge her from her vigil. Bless Birdie who blessed your family. 💔🐾🌈"
Bringing a new puppy into her life is Garner's way of honoring Birdie's memory and channeling her love for animals into caring for another furry friend. However, as anyone who's trained a puppy knows, it's no walk in the park—literally.