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If you live in LA and you're struggling to get a reservation at some of the best restaurants in town, it's probably because of Popeye the dog. Because while the cute little canine was once a starving stray who used to eat whatever he could find, now the fluffy foodie dines on the best food in town along with his owner Ivy Diep.
"I found him as a stray," Ivy told Bored Panda. "He was such a mess - super skinny, heavily matted, dirty." Ivy wasn't looking for another dog at that time as she already had a full-house, but no one wanted Popeye so she decided to keep him. "It wasn't long before he made himself at home at my place with my other dogs. And of course, my husband and I fell in love [with him].
"One of my friends, Jen, suggested that I create an Instagram account for Popeye because he was cute. Jen and I liked to go on what we call 'Instagram dates' and take pics of our food. I'd bring Popeye any time I can, and we realized he was really good around food. He doesn't lunge for food or really even care for it. He just liked to be out. He'll get nibbles of anything that's safe for him. I also carry a bag of treats for him, in case there's nothing he can have."
Popeye now has over 108k followers on Instagram, so if you can't get a reservation then at least you can check out his pictures to see what you're missing!
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Vanessa 9 years ago
For those who don't understand, she loves to instagram her food. The food is for her, not the dog. She just takes a treat for the dog. I think it's cute :)
Paula Gavin 9 years ago
Thank you Ivy for saving Popeye & sharing your sweet rescued baby with us!
Linda Abbott 9 years ago
Your little Yorkie looks exactly like my Yorkie who passed away 2 years ago. We were soul mates. I melted every time I looked at that beautiful face and enjoyed every minute I had with him. I looked at your photos with a smile, albeit a sad smile, and am so happy Popeye is having a good life after suffering so much. I can't imagine how he got to be a stray. You are both very lucky to have each other.
Aisha Seaton 9 years ago
Adorable little cutie, so happy the dog has a new home and a owner who cares, wish the same for all dogs.
Carole Ducreux 9 years ago
So the assumption is that because the owner eats well she does not donate to help animals, my goodness really🤔🤔
Laura Johnston 9 years ago
Oh god,i just finished dinner but i so want to eat this. All. Of. It.!
Garry Blackmon 9 years ago
I'm homeless, and human and would love to dine with you and Popeye,
Aisha Seaton 9 years ago
Sorry to hear that, i hope your situation turns around. All the best and please stay safe <3
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nancy mendiburu 9 years ago
So grateful for you Ivy , so many dogs need rescue , I do my share.
Janel Powell Draganjac 9 years ago
It's So wonderful how more people help & love animals that are abused or abandoned! They're All precious & need loved! That woman has a big heart to be his "Mom"!!
Jean-Philippe Denoel 9 years ago
Help and love animals ? What's about those chickens and porks killed to make this outrageous food ?
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Karen Pyle 8 years ago
Typical Layla land. Why don't you spend this much money and time, on a real dog, that needs a forever home. Selfish.
Susana Daño-Lu 9 years ago
It is really wonderful to hear that there are still good people who do not think twice when it comes to giving help. I admire your good deed and this makes the world a little brighter:) Godspeed!
Diana Dupree 9 years ago
Read the article! The dog doesn't eat it. Just the owner and her friend
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Andrew Demuccio 9 years ago
Not the Greatest image you want to see even though i have a dog myself that i do spoil. This image sticks in the throat when all you see on the Tv is adverts for Charities, to give to money to help the starving.On the run up to Christmas it will be to help the Homeless.
Anna S 9 years ago
So taking a starving dog off the streets and spoiling him isn't enough?
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Luis Milian 9 years ago
you can tell by his reaction what he likes and what he has doubts. lol
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JEFF THE KILLER 9 years ago
I bet the dog didn't know what was going to happen when he got rescued but he never gave up, and that was the work of God. AMEN
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Elana Lange 9 years ago
I love that face. When my puppy makes that face, all is right in the world.
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Niels Decroix 8 years ago
He looks sad because the best taco bowls are made in Trump Tower Grill.
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Pamela Grove 9 years ago
Are you SURE this is a real dog and not a stuffed animal? No dog is THIS cute! (sorry Lucy) You know, I love my 10 year old golden retriever more than anything in the world but I don't think even she could be that cute. She would be good and not eat the food, but she would be smelling everything near her the entire time. This dog could make a fortune doing commercials and photoshoots. A calendar needs to be done for 2017 with these pictures. I'm SURE it would sell. What I REALLY want to know is WHO eats all this food? I don't eat that much in a week.
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Gillian Concannon 9 years ago
The pictures of your dog are lovely & cute, you also eat a variety of tasty looking food, must be great to be able to do.
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Terry Jensen 9 years ago
this is the cutest little dog how could someone not love him...so glad you found him and he is enjoying life!!! Problem now I have to get something to eat... ;-)
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Jeanne Deaux 9 years ago
Worse, this dog dresses better than me in any outfit... +_+
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Cameron 9 years ago
As some other people have pointed out in the comments for individual photos, Popeye doesn't actually get all of this food. He gets a tiny bit of the food that's safe for him to consume (like chicken.). His owners eat the rest. They also bring dry dog food/treats to give him throughout the meal. (source: https://www.instagram.com/p/BIY6ulpBPDB/)
Mery Bon 9 years ago
I can imagine that... However... the food looks so good... poor dog.. he believes is for him, then they just eat all it in front of him!! hahah though life little fella! :D
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Christopher Rider 9 years ago
I'd be a bit more concerned he seems to live in a bag. I'm not a big fan or small dogs being carried around in bags. Lovely idea though to treat a dog who's had a hard life.
Jasika Dokki 9 years ago
Living in a bag? Um.. have you ever tried to walk a tiny dog in a city? Or in the freezing cold? They need to be carried and a special doggy tote is great for them so they dont get soaking feet on their special dinner date or get bashed around by ppl walking by him.
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Nancy Massi 9 years ago
This person took in a homeless, starving dog. She takes pictures of the dog when she goes out to eat. Can she rescue each and every stray animal, or feed every homeless person? No. But she did make a difference in one creature's life. So celebrate that, instead of adding to the misery in the world with snipy, butthurt comments.
Seth Gecko 9 years ago
Wish I had the restaurants in my area. Also, does she call it a doggie-bag or just a bag when she takes home the leftovers.
Amanda Panda 9 years ago
This dog is incredibly photogenic. Just wish there were titles to some of the food, as a fat kid, I need to know what she's eating... for reasons.
Ezgi bıçakcı 9 years ago
This is the loveliest dog I ve seen in a looong time. ( Don't let my dog hear this)
Jim Bantanis Kapirnas 9 years ago
Ok, the dog is cute.. BUT the food looks INCREDIBLE!! :-) (out of curiosity, since the dog was starving etc.. did he actually get to eat something or were you just teasing him?!)
Hiruya 9 years ago
He gets bits that are okay for him. It's mentioned in the text
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Muhammad Arman Ali 5 months ago
Wow, this rescue story honestly warmed my heart. Seeing the homeless dog now enjoying meals at pet-friendly restaurants is just beautiful. Regular good food will rebuild his strength, and adding Dog Bone Health Supplements could really support his recovery further. Truly inspiring transformation, thanks for sharing this journey.
Doug Stringham 9 years ago
I find it interesting how we love to anthropomorphize animals. It's an interesting human tendency.
not so girlly gamer 9 years ago
this dog gets to eat high quality food every day, I barly even eat every day!
Casper Fox 9 years ago
"Jen and I liked to go on what we call 'Instagram dates' and take pics of our food." - Her Instagram must've been a barrel of laughs before the dog came along.
rabbit in red 9 years ago
well most people are commenting on the food, as well as the dog, so I am sure it was.
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Sergio Bicerra Descalzi 9 years ago
I dare you to see the whole set and not eat something, like anything.
Brianna LaPoint 9 years ago
cute dog, but never feed them chocolate! bad for dogs and cats both.
Probe Raum 9 years ago
The Food is gross. Do all american eat all day this kind of greasy food?
Cameron 9 years ago
They're not too sure. They know he's a mixed breed, but are uncertain of the mix. Some guesses include a pomapoo or a pom yorkie (source: https://www.instagram.com/p/BIY6ulpBPDB/)
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Cute Animal Tab 9 years ago
That is one smart looking dog! His dinner looks better than mine ;)
Cameron 9 years ago
They're not too sure. They know he's a mixed breed, but are uncertain of the mix. Some guesses include a pomapoo or a pom yorkie (source: https://www.instagram.com/p/BIY6ulpBPDB/)
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Alethea Wicht 9 years ago
I think this is a TERRIBLE idea. Its going to give people everywhere the wrong idea of what is right and what is wrong to feed their dogs!
Alethea Wicht 9 years ago
I think this is a really bad idea, its going to teach other people to feed all sorts of C**P to their dogs, which is very very unhealthy for them
VeggieCats 9 years ago
It's a bit of a contradiction to say you love and want to help animals and you take pictures of a rescued dog surrounded by dead animals. 😟😟😟
Ashley Steidl 9 years ago
You're right. How DARE this woman help any living creature live a good life! She should have just left the dog to die so she could spend HER money elsewhere! *eye roll*
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Jeanne Deaux 9 years ago
Worse, this dog dresses better than me in any outfit... +_+
Load More Replies... Cameron 9 years ago
As some other people have pointed out in the comments for individual photos, Popeye doesn't actually get all of this food. He gets a tiny bit of the food that's safe for him to consume (like chicken.). His owners eat the rest. They also bring dry dog food/treats to give him throughout the meal. (source: https://www.instagram.com/p/BIY6ulpBPDB/)
Mery Bon 9 years ago
I can imagine that... However... the food looks so good... poor dog.. he believes is for him, then they just eat all it in front of him!! hahah though life little fella! :D
Load More Replies... Christopher Rider 9 years ago
I'd be a bit more concerned he seems to live in a bag. I'm not a big fan or small dogs being carried around in bags. Lovely idea though to treat a dog who's had a hard life.
Jasika Dokki 9 years ago
Living in a bag? Um.. have you ever tried to walk a tiny dog in a city? Or in the freezing cold? They need to be carried and a special doggy tote is great for them so they dont get soaking feet on their special dinner date or get bashed around by ppl walking by him.
Load More Replies... Nancy Massi 9 years ago
This person took in a homeless, starving dog. She takes pictures of the dog when she goes out to eat. Can she rescue each and every stray animal, or feed every homeless person? No. But she did make a difference in one creature's life. So celebrate that, instead of adding to the misery in the world with snipy, butthurt comments.
Seth Gecko 9 years ago
Wish I had the restaurants in my area. Also, does she call it a doggie-bag or just a bag when she takes home the leftovers.
Amanda Panda 9 years ago
This dog is incredibly photogenic. Just wish there were titles to some of the food, as a fat kid, I need to know what she's eating... for reasons.
Ezgi bıçakcı 9 years ago
This is the loveliest dog I ve seen in a looong time. ( Don't let my dog hear this)
Jim Bantanis Kapirnas 9 years ago
Ok, the dog is cute.. BUT the food looks INCREDIBLE!! :-) (out of curiosity, since the dog was starving etc.. did he actually get to eat something or were you just teasing him?!)
Hiruya 9 years ago
He gets bits that are okay for him. It's mentioned in the text
Load More Replies... Muhammad Arman Ali 5 months ago
Wow, this rescue story honestly warmed my heart. Seeing the homeless dog now enjoying meals at pet-friendly restaurants is just beautiful. Regular good food will rebuild his strength, and adding Dog Bone Health Supplements could really support his recovery further. Truly inspiring transformation, thanks for sharing this journey.
Doug Stringham 9 years ago
I find it interesting how we love to anthropomorphize animals. It's an interesting human tendency.
not so girlly gamer 9 years ago
this dog gets to eat high quality food every day, I barly even eat every day!
Casper Fox 9 years ago
"Jen and I liked to go on what we call 'Instagram dates' and take pics of our food." - Her Instagram must've been a barrel of laughs before the dog came along.
rabbit in red 9 years ago
well most people are commenting on the food, as well as the dog, so I am sure it was.
Load More Replies... Sergio Bicerra Descalzi 9 years ago
I dare you to see the whole set and not eat something, like anything.
Brianna LaPoint 9 years ago
cute dog, but never feed them chocolate! bad for dogs and cats both.
Probe Raum 9 years ago
The Food is gross. Do all american eat all day this kind of greasy food?
Cameron 9 years ago
They're not too sure. They know he's a mixed breed, but are uncertain of the mix. Some guesses include a pomapoo or a pom yorkie (source: https://www.instagram.com/p/BIY6ulpBPDB/)
Load More Replies... Cute Animal Tab 9 years ago
That is one smart looking dog! His dinner looks better than mine ;)
Cameron 9 years ago
They're not too sure. They know he's a mixed breed, but are uncertain of the mix. Some guesses include a pomapoo or a pom yorkie (source: https://www.instagram.com/p/BIY6ulpBPDB/)
Load More Replies... Alethea Wicht 9 years ago
I think this is a TERRIBLE idea. Its going to give people everywhere the wrong idea of what is right and what is wrong to feed their dogs!
Alethea Wicht 9 years ago
I think this is a really bad idea, its going to teach other people to feed all sorts of C**P to their dogs, which is very very unhealthy for them
VeggieCats 9 years ago
It's a bit of a contradiction to say you love and want to help animals and you take pictures of a rescued dog surrounded by dead animals. 😟😟😟
Ashley Steidl 9 years ago
You're right. How DARE this woman help any living creature live a good life! She should have just left the dog to die so she could spend HER money elsewhere! *eye roll*
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