Dog Steals the Show During Live New England Weather Forecast

When you work as a weatherman, you’re supposed to predict sunshine, rain, or snow—not a surprise dog cameo. But that’s exactly what happened to Josh Judge, a New England meteorologist, during an early morning broadcast that has since gone viral.

Josh was mid-forecast, telling viewers to expect sunshine, when a big, fluffy Newfoundland named Bella suddenly trotted across the screen. “It was early in the morning, and all I knew was that as I was doing the weather, I suddenly see a dog walking behind,” Josh recalled.

The unexpected appearance left him stunned for just a split second, but his professionalism shone through. With a quick laugh, he seamlessly incorporated Bella into his segment. “My brain was like, Did a dog just walk behind you? I had to pause for a microsecond to make sure that’s what I had just seen,” he explained.

It turns out that Bella wasn’t just a random studio visitor—she belonged to weekend anchor Amy Covena, who had brought her in for an upcoming veterinarian segment. Amy admitted she was nervous about how the situation would play out. “I was terrified that Josh would be mad at me or that I would get in trouble at work. But Josh is a PRO. We’ve worked together for 10 years and he made her part of the forecast,” she said.

Unlike many dogs who might bark or bounce around in such a stimulating environment, Bella handled the moment like a star—calm, collected, and seemingly ready for her close-up.

The charming blooper was soon uploaded online, where it quickly spread, racking up over 858,000 views on YouTube. Viewers couldn’t get enough of the lighthearted moment, praising Josh’s composure and Bella’s unexpected charisma.

“Our viewers seemed to really enjoy the surprise,” Amy shared.

What began as an ordinary forecast turned into a viral, feel-good moment that reminded everyone that sometimes the best surprises are the ones we can’t predict. Bella might not have been in the forecast, but she certainly brought a little extra sunshine that morning.