BRODIE the Goldendoodle is well-known for his long locks of fur and friendly personality.
Now, fans want to know more about the adorable influencer and his owner.
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Who is Brodie the Goldendoodle?
Brodie the Goldendoodle is a dog influencer who gained social media popularity in 2020.
According to the New York Post, the 80-pound, 3-year-old Goldendoodle rose to fame in 2020 after his owner, Cliff Brush Jr., uploaded his first video of Brodie on TikTok under the account, @brodiethatdood, which now has 6.6 million followers.
He also has 4.95 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, @BrodieThatDood; 1.4 million followers on his Facebook account, @BrodieThatDood; and 1 million followers on his Instagram page, @brodiethatdood.
Brodie is well-known for his long coat of fur, which has inspired his and Cliff's grooming line, Floof by Brodie.
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The company's website states: "Brodie, the social media sensation @brodiethatdood, has turned heads and captured hearts with his dazzling, floofy coat.
"You've marveled at him riding in the wind, perched on the back of his owner Cliff's bike, his glorious floof dancing in the breeze.
"After countless inquiries about the secret behind Brodie's shiny, healthy floof, we're thrilled to bring you Floof by Brodie, a collection of grooming products designed to clean, nourish, protect, and style your furry friend’s coat to perfection.
"Floof by Brodie takes inspiration from Brodie's luxuriant mane, using high-quality, gentle, safe, ingredients found in premium human haircare, to ensure optimal floor.
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"All our products are vegan, cruelty-free, and formulated without parabens, sulfates, phthalates, or artificial colors."
According to the New York Post, Brodie visits a groomer every two weeks "to keep his coat in pristine shape."
Per the outlet, Cliff spoke with SWNS about Brodie's friendly demeanor, saying: "I’m very fortunate he had such a great disposition from birth. I don’t even take credit for it.
"He thinks it’s normal to have that much attention and for everyone to know his name. He loves kids and if people are petting him, that’s his element. He’s a giant teddy bear."
Also according to the publication, SWNS reported that Brodie joined the Miami Beach Police Department's K-9 unit on Thursday, December 14, 2023.
He "received a guard of honor and a new uniform at a ceremony attended by his fellow K-9 officer colleagues."
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While Brodie will not be involved with stopping crime, his first assignment took place on Saturday, December 16, 2023.
The famous canine headed the department’s Operation Save Christmas and rode along with police officers to bring toys to over 400 children in the city.
Brodie's popularity has also earned him multiple celebrity fans, such as actors Jennifer Aniston and Ryan Reynolds.
Cliff told SWNS: "We’ve met lots of celebrities like [Youtuber] David Dobrik, [singer] Madison Beer, lots of NBA players, athletes, and we are going to be sitting court-side at a Lakers game."
The Daily Mail reported that Cliff and Brodie sat beside Kevin Bacon and his wifeKyra Sedgwick when the Los Angeles Lakers took on the New York Knicks on Monday, December 18, 2023.
Who is Brodie the Goldendoodle’s owner?
Brodie's owner, 33-year-old Cliff, lives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Cliff worked as a full-time accountant before quitting his job in 2021 to become a full-time content creator, the New York Post reported.
According to the outlet, he told SWNS that Brodie — who is his official service dog — helps him deal with an autoimmune disease.
He said: "I have an autoimmune condition called lichen planus. I was born with it but it snuck up on me five years ago.
"It’s when the immune system treats the skin as a foreign body and attacks it. We found that stress is a big factor but ever since I’ve had Brodie, I don’t have flare-ups."
Like his canine companion, Cliff has gained social media stardom, with over 84,000 followers on his Instagram page, @cliffthatdude.
How much money does Brodie the Goldendoodle make?
Brodie has earned Cliff a sizeable income.
According to the New York Post, when speaking about quitting his accounting job, Cliff told SWNS: "I had a mortgage and bills so it was a risk but I wasn’t happy with that nine to five life.
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"I told myself if I could make $35,000 in the first year I’d quit my job and I made $70,000."
He continued: "In 2023 we made $1 million in brand deals alone."
