Superheroes don’t always wear capes—sometimes they have four legs and a wagging tail.
Sierra Waggoner welcomed Good Party ATX’s Sarah Wolf to the show alongside Rollie, an adoptable foster dog from Austin Pets Alive! who is searching for his forever home.
Sierra Waggoner welcomed Good Party ATX’s Sarah Wolf to the show alongside Rollie, an adoptable foster dog from Austin Pets Alive! who is searching for his forever home.
The lovable pup joined the segment in celebration of the new Supergirl movie, which flies into theaters today. While the film introduces audiences to Supergirl’s loyal canine companion, Krypto, the conversation highlighted how real-life rescue dogs like Rollie can be heroes in their own right.
“He was in a foster home before this, which was really great,” she said. “And so we got some good notes on him from their house. He is so sweet, y’all. He came from a shelter down in South Texas. We think he’s around 4 or 5 years old, Border Collie mix, y’all. This might be the perfect dog. I know I’ve said it before, but he is quiet as a mouse. He didn’t make a peep all night with us.”
Wolf discussed the special bond between people and their dogs and why stories featuring faithful companions continue to resonate with audiences of all ages. Whether it’s providing unconditional love, emotional support or simply brightening someone’s day, dogs have a unique way of becoming everyday superheroes in the lives of their families.
Although Rollie doesn’t have superpowers, Sarah shared just how special he truly is after fostering him.
“He was in a foster home before this, which was really great,” she said. “And so we got some good notes on him from their house. He is so sweet, y’all. He came from a shelter down in South Texas. We think he’s around 4 or 5 years old, Border Collie mix, y’all. This might be the perfect dog. I know I’ve said it before, but he is quiet as a mouse. He didn’t make a peep all night with us.”
She added that Rollie has quickly proven himself to be an easy, loving companion.
“He is great with my other dog, just kind of does his own thing, you know? He is a great houseguest. He’s great with kids. His former foster had some little kids and all he wants to do is cuddle. He wants to look in your eyes, give you kisses and cuddle. He’s great on a leash, great leash walker. And we even passed some neighborhood cats on our walk this morning, and he just steered clear. He said respect and gave them space. So he’s literally perfect. I don’t know how he hasn’t been adopted yet.”
“He is great with my other dog, just kind of does his own thing, you know? He is a great houseguest. He’s great with kids. His former foster had some little kids and all he wants to do is cuddle. He wants to look in your eyes, give you kisses and cuddle. He’s great on a leash, great leash walker. And we even passed some neighborhood cats on our walk this morning, and he just steered clear. He said respect and gave them space. So he’s literally perfect. I don’t know how he hasn’t been adopted yet.”
Sarah said she was so impressed by Rollie that she knew he needed to be part of the segment.
“And I was like, he has to join me on the show because how wonderful is he? I hope whoever adopts him keeps in touch with me because I already volunteer to babysit.”
“He was in a foster home before this, which was really great,” she said. “And so we got some good notes on him from their house. He is so sweet, y’all. He came from a shelter down in South Texas. We think he’s around 4 or 5 years old, Border Collie mix, y’all. This might be the perfect dog. I know I’ve said it before, but he is quiet as a mouse. He didn’t make a peep all night with us.”
She also highlighted the emotional connection between people and dogs, especially in stories like Supergirl featuring Krypto.
“Well, you know, people and dogs are really resilient. You know, we can both go through so much. And when we think we can’t, I always tell people, look to the dogs, you know, they forgive, they forget. They’re strong. And they’re loyal as can be. So we should always be more like our dogs and our dog companions.”
“And I was like, he has to join me on the show because how wonderful is he? I hope whoever adopts him keeps in touch with me because I already volunteer to babysit.”
When asked what makes Rollie special even without superpowers, Sarah didn’t hesitate to call out his gentle nature.
“I feel like his cuddliness and lovingness is a superpower,” she said. “Since we’ve been here this morning, he’s rolled over on his bed, he’s giving kisses. I woke up this morning and he just had his belly in the air. I mean, he honestly might make a great therapy dog. He is really loving and gentle. He takes treats very gently. So he could be a great therapy dog if someone wants to do that program with him.”
Before wrapping up the segment, Wolf also shared a roundup of fun events happening across Austin this weekend.
Friday:
Austin Asian American Film Festival
Austin Asian American Film Festival
Saturday:
Bring the Outdoors In at Whole Earth
Bring the Outdoors In at Whole Earth
Oddities and Curiosities Expo
Austin Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Vacancy Brewing Pride Party
Austin African American Book Festival
Austin African American Book Festival
Sunday:
Vintage Vines Birthday Bash
The Great Cake Exchange
Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival
Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival
Whether you’re catching Supergirl on the big screen, exploring one of Austin’s many weekend events or searching for your own four-legged superhero, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of the weekend.
To find out more about these events and everything happening around Austin, visit GoodPartyatx.com.
To find out more about these events and everything happening around Austin, visit GoodPartyatx.com.