This year’s National Dog Day is not only an opportunity for millions of people to share adorable pictures of dogs, but also a heartwarming time when… Will Trent – a talented but lonely detective of the GBI – also joins in with his special “four-legged partner”: Betty.
If you are a loyal fan of the Will Trent series, you are certainly familiar with the image of the adorable little golden dog, always appearing by Will’s side when he leaves the crime school and returns to his empty apartment. Betty is not just a veterinarian – she is the only family, the only companion that Will trusts unconditionally.
Betty – The Silent Comfort of a Lonely Life
Since the first season, Betty has been portrayed as a warm bright spot in contrast to the dark atmosphere of the series. Will adopts her while nursing a case involving abandoned dogs, and from then on, Betty becomes an important member of his life full of loss and image.
In one episode, when Angie Polaski asks why he can’t find someone else to adopt Betty, Will simply replies quietly:
“I can’t do that. She needs me… and I need her.”
RAMÓN RODRÍGUEZ, BELLE
National Puppy Day – A Special Day for Detectives
On the official social network of the Will Trent series, the production team posted a sweet behind-the-scenes photo: Ramón Rodríguez (Will Trent) holding Betty in his arms, both looking at the camera with welcoming smiles.
The photo is captioned:
“Even the toughest detectives deserve to be petted. Happy National Puppy Day from Will & Betty!”
Solving this has set up an instant fan meltdown, with a ton of comments expressing love for the cutest main-symbol couple on the small screen right now.
Why Do Audiences Love Betty So Much?
Symbol of healing:
In the context of a detective film with a lot of tension, Betty represents the unconditional love and comfort that Will has never received from humans.
Soul reflects Will:
Betty’s gentleness, slimness and loyalty seem to reflect Will’s own desire to be loved – an orphan boy who was once turned away by the whole world.
Connecting thread:
Many times, Angie, Amanda and their colleagues have used Betty to open up a conversation with Will, or to help him overcome depression.
Fans Go Crazy
Following the National Puppy Day post, fans left a flood of adorable comments:
“Betty is Will Trent’s secret star!”
“I watched this for the project, but stayed for Will and Betty.”
“Who would have thought that a little dog who goes from being a cold detective like Will Trent to being so gentle?”
A Small, Meaningful Message
National Puppy Day is more than just a powerful medical image. For Will Trent – and millions of people out there – friendship with a pet is the ultimate healer, even when the world is turning around.
If you have a dog waiting for you at home, don’t forget to give them an extra hug and a little thank you for always being there, no matter who you are.
