Miami Marlins locate viral dog who wanted a hot dog during game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 11:41 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
During a recent Miami Marlins game, a dog named Jonah captured attention as he watched another dog enjoy a hot dog. The scene went viral, amassing over 22 million views online. The Marlins engaged with fans by creating a 'wanted' poster for Jonah, and his owner, Peter Silveira, responded with details about his pet. Jonah will return to LoanDepot Park on July 12 for a special day, which includes throwing the first pitch and benefiting local animal shelters.
- •Jonah gained fame for watching another dog eat a hot dog.
- •The viral video was shared extensively by MLB and fans.
- •Jonah will throw the first pitch at LoanDepot Park on July 12.
- •Marlins partnered with sponsors to create a special experience for Jonah.
- •His owner confirmed Jonah received a treat after the game.
- 6:57 PMYahoo Sports — This dog went viral at a Miami Marlins game. The team tracked him down
- 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — Miami Marlins track down viral ‘very good boy’ who watched as rival pup enjoyed a hot dog at a game
"The viral dog who wistfully watched a hot dog get eaten by another pup at a Marlins game is getting a dream day at the stadium this July.
"‘Everyone's always said he's like the greatest dog,’ the pup’s proud owner said after his new-found fame
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 6:57 PMThis dog went viral at a Miami Marlins game. The team tracked him down
The viral dog who wistfully watched a hot dog get eaten by another pup at a Marlins game is getting a dream day at the stadium this July.
- Yahoo SportsJun 26, 2026, 11:41 PMMiami Marlins track down viral ‘very good boy’ who watched as rival pup enjoyed a hot dog at a game
‘Everyone's always said he's like the greatest dog,’ the pup’s proud owner said after his new-found fame
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