March 23-29: Dog Walking Forecast

News 5 features a different pup each day in the Dog Walking Forecast

Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:34pm

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A blurred, impressionistic photograph showing the silhouettes of several dogs playing in a park, with the background softly out of focus in a warm, golden glow.The weekly Dog Walking Forecast on News 5 Cleveland offers a heartwarming glimpse into the lives of local pups and their owners.Berea Today

Each day this week, News 5 Cleveland highlighted a different dog during their Dog Walking Forecast segment. The featured pups included a Boxer Pitbull mix named Ferlin, an 'old pup' named Trigger, a 10-year-old rescue dog named Allie, a 22-month-old standard poodle named Bella, a pair of costumed canines named Madison and Ellie, a rescue dog named Sophie, and a 1-year-old Golden Retriever named Honey.

Why it matters

The Dog Walking Forecast is a popular local news segment that allows viewers to get to know the furry companions of their community. Highlighting these dogs not only provides lighthearted content but also promotes pet adoption and responsible dog ownership.

The details

Throughout the week, News 5 featured a different dog each day as part of their Dog Walking Forecast. Viewers were introduced to Ferlin, a Boxer Pitbull mix; Trigger, an 'old pup'; Allie, a 10-year-old rescue dog; Bella, a 22-month-old standard poodle; Madison and Ellie, a pair of costumed canines; Sophie, a rescue dog; and Honey, a 1-year-old Golden Retriever. Each dog's personality, quirks, and relationship with their owners were highlighted, providing a glimpse into the lives of local pet owners.

  • The Dog Walking Forecast aired daily from March 23-29, 2026.

The players

Ferlin

A one-year-old Boxer Pitbull mix who loves going on walks and was adopted from the Erie County Humane Society.

Trigger

Also known as Trig or Trig B, an 'old pup' who enjoys cuddles, treats, and watching/barking at Amazon drivers from the front window.

Allie

A 10-year-old rescue dog from Berea, Ohio, who is very friendly, loves to be loved, and used to 'paw-trol' the backyard during her 'zoomies'.

Bella

A 22-month-old purebred standard poodle who loves watching TV, especially shows about dogs and horses, and enjoys people, cuddling, her toys, car rides, and walks.

Madison and Ellie

A golden doodle and a cavapoo who live in Conneaut, Ohio, with their parents, Karen and Mark Wheeler. Madison enjoys playing dress-up, while Ellie is not a fan of costumes.

Sophie

A rescue dog from the Erie County Humane Society who has become quite the 'diva' and now rules the house, according to her owner Clarice Gowitzka.

Honey

A 1-year-old Golden Retriever who lives in Mentor, Ohio, with her two sisters, April and Callie, also Golden Retrievers. Honey loves to chew on couches and is allegedly a sock thief.

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What they’re saying

“Macey Algarin tells us she adopted Ferlin from the Erie County Humane Society, and he's been hogging the bed ever since.”

— Macey Algarin

“Scott Smith says when Triggy isn't playing with his grandsons, he enjoys cuddles, treats, and watching/barking at the Amazon drivers from the front window.”

— Scott Smith

“Connie Nehez says Allie is very friendly and loves to be loved. Besides her human family, Allie also has a feline sister named Sammy.”

— Connie Nehez

“Darlene Saxon told Good Morning Cleveland that Bella loves watching TV (hopefully that includes News 5), but her favorite programs are about dogs and horses!”

— Darlene Saxon

“Clarice Gowitzka says the photo was taken the moment she picked Sophie up at the Erie County Humane Society. She has become quite the diva and now rules the house, according to Clarice!”

— Clarice Gowitzka

The takeaway

The Dog Walking Forecast segment on News 5 Cleveland provides a fun and engaging way for the local community to get to know the furry companions of their neighbors. By highlighting the unique personalities and stories of these dogs, the news station promotes pet adoption, responsible ownership, and the joys of having a canine companion.