Dog Attended a Race to Protest Running and He Wanted to Know If People Would Join Him in This Fight
Ollie did not come to the Great Race in Pittsburgh to cheer on the runners.
His parents were there to support friends running the 5K and 10K, but Ollie had other plans once the route passed through the neighborhood. With a message inspired by Olivia Rodrigo's Good 4 U, he declared, "I hate running, but good 4 u," and instantly became the star of the day.
Now the internet is taking sides, and Ollie seems perfectly happy to keep campaigning from a wagon.
Here's Ollie trying to get your love by offering you a rose
Ollie with his Dad striking a dignified pose fit for a president
According to Ollie's parents, he really doesn't enjoy walking. They generally have to force him out the door and drag him to get him to walk.
But car rides are Ollie's thing; he loves them, and he knows when they are trying to trick him into walking and when he's actually going for a ride. His age has made him so wise.
When they have to go for a long trip, Ollie always brings his wagon. Otherwise, Ollie will plop down wherever he is when he's done walking.
If they forget his wagon, Ollie's parents will have to carry him around because no amount of coaxing will get Ollie to move a muscle.
Everyone needs a little push once in a while, especially when you're at the vet clinic
Ollie protesting running during the Great Race in Pittsburgh:
That sign did most of the talking for him.
Who wouldn't join his cause?
Ollie made a lot of people laugh because of his sign. Many also agreed with Ollie's sentiments that running is good for you, but it does suck.
However, Ollie did enjoy watching the race; he loves crowds because that means a lot of people will pay attention to him and give him all the pets he wants.
Unfortunately, Ollie was sad and confused when the runners wouldn't stop to say hi to him. You can see in the video shared by his parents that Ollie was trying to get out of the wagon to be adored.
Eventually, once the race was done, people finally paid attention to Ollie. He got all the love and attention he wanted.
See, this is what the runners should have done instead. Petting Ollie is more beneficial if you ask him.
Ollie in one of his walks
Despite all the love he got after the marathon, Ollie is convinced that more people should join him in his favorite sport — napping.
Ollie made a lot of people smile during the race and made the race memorable for them, too. Hopefully, Ollie found an ally in the crowd who understands just how awful running really is.
Nap well, you ambitious dog! Save your energy for the next adventure. We're looking forward to your upcoming protest, Ollie!
He is such a great multitasker!
This is enough exercise for today for Mr. Ollie
After a long day of hard work and protesting, Ollie needs to rest. This shoe seems perfect.
He may have lost the race, but he won the crowd.
Before you judge strangers, see how one owner clapped back after a negative comment. One-Eyed Dog Receives a Negative Comment from a Stranger, Owner Fights Back.
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