This term has appeared on social networks in recent months, particularly under the hashtag #goldenretriverboyfriend on TikTok. In several videos we can see women proudly filming their boyfriend who takes care of her, spends time with them, is sociable… in short, a man with all the qualities worthy of a Golden Retriever. Meet this adorable and very affectionate dog. Behind this perfect boyfriend hides a new perception of masculinity from women and society in general. We are far from the toxic masculinity still celebrated by a certain type of boy.
The opposite of “himbo”
Nicknames like this are new, Golden Retriever Boyfriend did not appear in 2024. It is simply easier to identify them as such and therefore know if ours is this type of man or not.
@lucaandb Golden retriever boy >>>> #goldenretriever #funny #fyp #boyfriends
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The Golden Retrover Boyfriend Guaranteed a certain stability in a romantic relationship and feels good far from the usual codes of heterosexuality : virile, self-confident and not really expressing his feelings. Today, with this new perspective, the sexual orientation of the Golden Retriever Boyfriend is no longer questioned, even if some stereotypes are still very present. In 2024, there are nuances in masculinity, so it is not necessarily heterosexual. The Golden Retriever Boyfriend is the opposite of himbothe male equivalent of bimbos, who are very physically attractive men but that’s about it.
@ben_and_jas Someone else 🤦♀️😂 #goldenretrieverboy #boyfriend #morningcoddles #relationship #pairs
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Famous Golden Retriever Boyfriends
So, as an example of a perfect boyfriend, we have Tom Holland, in a relationship with actress Zendaya, Travis Kelce, the famous American soccer player in a relationship with singer Taylor Swift or even Sam Thompson. From an outside point of view, because no one knows the intimacy of these couples, These men seem involved in their relationship without dominating their partnerjust be by their side supporting them in their personal project. And always according to the science of TikTok, the Golden Retrover Boyfriends are the ideal partners for Black Cat Girlfriends. Well then you have to follow them, but they are simply introverted and independent women like Zendaya and Taylor Swift can be.
The dog metaphor, a classic
Second Timeseveral nicknames appeared to classify men, always obviously based on dog breeds. There is the Rottweiler friend : a loyal and very affectionate boyfriend in private, but quite the opposite in public. The boyfriend Huskies : adventurous, courageous and demanding and who loves outdoor activities, such as camping or hiking. There is also the German Shepherd who is intelligent, dedicated, athletic… and who supports his partner/master in all situations.
However, among all these types of boyfriends, there will surely be yours. Tell us in the comments, what type of partner do you have?
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Mary Crossley is an author at “The Fashion Vibes”. She is a seasoned journalist who is dedicated to delivering the latest news to her readers. With a keen sense of what’s important, Mary covers a wide range of topics, from politics to lifestyle and everything in between.