Meet the dog brightening up a weekly bin round in Belfast


Maddie, a dog who loves people in uniforms, has become quite famous on the internet. Every Friday, Maddie waits outside her house for the binmen to come. Her owners have been sharing videos of her excited reactions to the refuse collectors, attracting millions of views from all over the world.

In one particular video, Maddie’s joy at seeing the binmen has received more than 10 million views on Instagram, with people as far away as Brazil and South Korea leaving comments. The video shows Maddie wagging her tail and jumping up and down with excitement as the binmen go about their work.

While some dogs don’t take kindly to people in uniforms or high-vis jackets, Maddie has a different view. Her family is delighted to have such a happy and friendly dog who brings them and the binmen happiness on Fridays.

Maddie’s story has touched the hearts of many people, with online commenters praising her for her sweet nature and affectionate disposition. Her reaction to the binmen is a testament to the power of unconditional love and the joy of simple pleasures in life. It’s a reminder that sometimes, it’s the little things that can bring us the most happiness

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