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@scoutgoldenretriever

Dog Influencers

Mel + my service dog, Archie ☼ Cozy living, dogs & soulful travel ☼ Dog-friendly + ADA-aware stays πŸ“PNW & beyond | #scouthugs 🌈 Plan + collab ↓

223.2KFollowers
385Following
1.9KPosts
1.1%Engagement Estimated

Creator summary

Mel creates cozy, personal content about life with her service dog Archie, dog-friendly travel, soulful destinations, and accessible stays across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Service dog and lifestyle creator

Content formats

Carousel
50%
Video
50%

Based on 24 posts

Niche & topics

Dog Influencers

Accessible Dog TravelService dog educationCozy lifestylePet loss griefDog companionshipOregon Coast travel
Dog friendly travelPet loss griefService dog educationOregon CoastDog companionship

Known for

  • Archie and service dog education
  • Dog-friendly and ADA-aware stays
  • Oregon Coast destinations
  • Cannon Beach and Haystack Rock
  • Ecola State Park
  • Pet loss and dog companionship content

Profile details

Account typeBusiness
VisibilityPublic
CountryUnited States
JoinedDecember 2014
Links https://scoutgoldenretriever.com/
https://stan.store/scoutgoldenretriever/p/when-the-house-feels-too-quiet
https://shopmy.us/shop?Curator_id=1063822&Section_id=4165655

Content style

Video ledPersonal storytellingTravel focusedEducationalCozy and heartfeltReview and product features

Contact & business

Public emailpawtpawtasticstays@gmail.com
Contact methodNot supplied

Content Intent

Event or travel
29.2%
Personal story
25%
Product showcase
16.7%
Opinion
12.5%
Education
8.3%
Promotion
4.2%
Review
4.2%

Frequently Mentioned

Archie Dog 20 posts
Scout Dog 7 posts
Cannon Beach Location 2 posts
Haystack Rock Landmark 2 posts
Ecola State Park Park 2 posts
Yesteryear Farms Venue 2 posts
Pacific City Location 2 posts
Whistler Location 2 posts

Community Reaction

These insights are based on a sample of publicly visible comments and may not represent the creator's complete audience.

Among 78 sampled comments across three recent posts, reactions were overwhelmingly positive, with admiration, excitement, and support most common. Sampled comments frequently discussed travel, the Oregon Coast, Archie, Halloween costumes and gatherings, Neskowin, photos, community, dogsβ€”especially Golden Retrieversβ€”and relaxation. Some sampled comments requested a visit to the destination or beach getaway. The creator interacted with 74 comments, including 49 likes; reply data was incomplete. Because the sample was recent and not representative, it may not reflect the broader community response.

  • Admiration
  • Excitement
  • Support
  • Praise and personal reactions
  • Interest in travel and the Oregon Coast
  • Discussion of Archie, dogs, and Halloween
  • Requests to visit the destination or beach getaway
Positive
Dominant Sentiment
78
Comments Analysed
3
Posts Sampled

Sentiment

Mixed
3%
Negative
0%
Neutral
1.1%
Positive
95.9%
Unclear
0%

Dominant Emotions

AdmirationExcitementSupport

Common Intents

PraiseDiscussionPersonal reactionContent requestQuestion

Recurring Topics

TravelOregon CoastArchieHalloween costumesHalloween gatheringNeskowinPhotosCommunity

Common Requests

  • "Visit the destination or beach getaway"

Creator Interaction

Likely to interact94.9%
Like rate62.8%
Reply threads observed70

Engagement Metrics

1.07%
Median Engagement
1.9
Posts / Week
Video
Dominant Format

Engagement Detail

Average likes2.3K
Median likes2.3K
Average comments87
Median comments87
Sample size1 posts

Recent Posts (24)

scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Dog friendly travel
Dog friendly travel
Album
Comments: 51
Four cozy days on the Oregon Coast with my best friend, and somehow it still didn’t feel like enough. One of those days took us to Neskowin
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Dog community event
Dog community event
Album
Comments: 72
Almost 11 years ago, I started @pdxgoldens because so many people wanted to meet Scout. As a self-confessed introvert, it’s still unBEElieva
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Dog friendly accommodation
Dog friendly accommodation
Video
Comments: 78 Plays: 7.9K
We just got home from Pacific City, and I already wish we were back. Those few days by the ocean felt so good for my soul. We had nowhere we
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Pet remembrance
Pet remembrance
Video
Comments: 91 Plays: 8.0K
I just watched Heart of the Beast, and then I heard this @noahkahanmusic song. Between the two, I’m a blubbering mess tonight and being here
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Autumn with dogs
Autumn with dogs
Album
Comments: 91
Hello to my favorite season-warm coffee, evenings by the fireplace, pumpkin everything, and every excuse to wear plaid and beanies! But my f
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Service dog support
Service dog support
Video
Comments: 89 Plays: 21.3K
I live with PTSD and chronic migraine-two invisible disabilities that can make even ordinary moments feel overwhelming. Most people would n
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Dog friendly travel
Dog friendly travel
Album
Comments: 80
We came down to Lincoln City to celebrate my mother-in-law’s 94th birthday with Mark’s extended family. Between family time and birthday cel
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Handmade pet portrait
Handmade pet portrait
Video
Likes: 2.3K Comments: 87 Plays: 31.6K
Tucker Budzyn- A hug from Scout πŸ’Œ When she heard the news, @scoutgoldenretriever reached out and commissioned this special piece for Tucker
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Home remodeling
Home remodeling
Album
Comments: 242
Somewhere between choosing the warm white oak cabinetry, Taj Mahal quartzite, and all those soft, natural tones, I apparently created the pe
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Morning routine
Morning routine
Video
Comments: 157 Plays: 16.4K
I must confess: I’m a coffee addict. Which is funny, because I only drink one cup a day. But I really love that one cup. Living with PTSD,
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Cherishing pets
Cherishing pets
Video
Comments: 135 Plays: 22.4K
The older I get, the more I realize how quickly time passes. Our dogs are here for such a small part of it, and yet somehow, they become suc
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Living in the moment
Living in the moment
Video
Comments: 90 Plays: 15.3K
Sorry, I’m busy…making the kind of plans I never want to be too busy for. There will always be a reason to wait, for better weather, more
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Canine eye health
Canine eye health
Album
Comments: 221
Three months ago, Archie was diagnosed with Golden Retriever pigmentary uveitis after I noticed some redness in his eyes. During that first
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Mindfulness with dogs
Mindfulness with dogs
Album
Comments: 66
We spend so much of life looking ahead that we forget to notice what’s already here. The evening sunlight. The sound of the ocean. A dog wa
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Giveaway
Giveaway
Video
Comments: 1.3K Plays: 26.1K
Congratulations @raisingrisotto_gdb We’re celebrating National Dog Day early with a dog-friendly getaway giveaway! We love giving back to
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Dog friendly local event
Dog friendly local event
Album
Comments: 123
The older I get, the harder I find it to be in big crowds. So finding this little dog-friendly hidden gem honestly felt like a breath of fre
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Whistler travel guide
Whistler travel guide
Album
Comments: 64
We loved our time in Whistler so much that we had to share a few of our favorite places and experiences for anyone planning a visit. Save th
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Pet friendly hotel review
Pet friendly hotel review
Album
Comments: 64
I think dogs may be more spoiled at @fairmontwhistlr than we are! Archie was welcomed with love and treats the moment we checked in, which
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Reflective travel
Reflective travel
Video
Comments: 102 Plays: 10.4K
Another year older today. The older I get, the more I realize… The moments I remember most aren’t always the big adventures. They’re the
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Service dog and travel
Service dog and travel
Album
Comments: 64
Every time I get to show Archie a place I love, I think about how much he’s given me in return. As my Service Dog, he’s made it possible fo
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Pet loss and healing
Pet loss and healing
Video
Comments: 186 Plays: 24.9K
Same place. Different chapter. Same love. I never imagined I’d recreate this photo. After Scout passed away, I wasn’t sure I could ever op
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Service dog education
Service dog education
Album
Comments: 88
One of the questions I get asked most often is whether Archie has to wear a vest. The answer is no and it’s one of the biggest misconceptio
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Pet loss grief
Pet loss grief
Video
Comments: 475 Plays: 67.5K
When the day came that Scout left, the house didn’t just feel empty. It felt different. Quieter in a way I wasn’t ready for. No barks at th
scoutgoldenretriever Instagram post about Dog friendly travel
Dog friendly travel
Video
Comments: 89 Plays: 16.4K
Planning a trip to Cannon Beach with your pup? Here’s Archie’s dog-friendly guide you’ll want to save for later: 🏨 Where to Stay Β Β Β β€’Β Β Β Hal

Analysis based on 24 available posts.
Last snapshot taken: October 2, 2026