Tucker Budzyn
Tucker Budzyn was the golden retriever behind playful taste tests, swimming adventures and family videos with his son Todd, whose story continues through the family’s channel and picture book.
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Tucker’s happenings, collected from public sources, plus his backstory and Starbook, where fans write.
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YouTube
YouTubeOverview
- Home
- Michigan, USA
- Behind the camera
- Courtney and Mike Budzyn
- Started
- 2018, with an Instagram account as a puppy
- Family
- Father of fellow golden retriever Todd
- Remembered
- Died September 2, 2026, aged eight
Mini bio
How it started.
Courtney created Tucker’s Instagram account when she brought him home at eight weeks old in June 2018. A video of him pawing at an ice cube went viral the next month. Courtney and her husband Mike eventually left their jobs to run the channels full time.
The Tucker routine.
Food tastings, expressive reactions and trips to swim became familiar parts of Tucker’s world. Courtney, also known to fans as Linda, shared his life with his son Todd. The family’s videos let fans enjoy small, funny moments alongside the bigger adventures.
His story continues.
Tucker died on September 2, 2026, aged eight, after cancer treatment complications. His family continues to share memories and support cancer research. His forthcoming rhyming picture book, Of All the Sniffs I Love the Most, follows his adventures and the bond with his family.
Creditschronological, newest first
Books
- 2026Of All the Sniffs I Love the MostCredited author; publication scheduled for November 17
Online videos
- 2026Tucker’s Final MissionSubject of family tribute and charity campaign
- 2021My Dog Rents a Swimming PoolFeatured dog
Awards
Quotes
Thanks so much to everyone that voted for me.Tucker Budzyn Shorts, award announcement
Written in Tucker’s voice in the description of his 2021 Pet Influencer of the Year video.
Trivia
- Courtney signs the letter on Tucker’s official book page as “Courtney (Linda)”.
- Tucker’s first viral moment involved an ice cube.
- His winter swimming surprise included his son Todd.
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