Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos recently shared a humorous and slightly alarming story about their dog, Lena, during an episode of their show, "Live with Kelly and Mark." The couple recounted a recent scare when they lost track of Lena while preparing for a dinner outing in Palm Springs.
The incident unfolded one windy evening when Consuelos took Lena outside for a bathroom break. After calling her back, he mistakenly thought she was following him inside. It wasn’t until he closed the door that he realized Lena was missing. Ripa was busy doing dishes when Consuelos asked her, “Where’s Lena?” This prompted a frantic search around the house.
As they began looking for their beloved pet, Ripa explained that Consuelos had a tracker on Lena, which indicated she might be next door. However, when they checked, Lena was nowhere to be found. The couple’s search intensified as Consuelos ran around calling Lena’s name, while Ripa was in tears, fearing the worst.
In a moment of panic, Ripa thought she spotted Lena lying in the street, only to discover it was just a palm frond. Meanwhile, Consuelos was in the neighbor’s yard, trying to track Lena’s location. The couple’s chaotic search drew the attention of a nearby woman who witnessed the commotion and initially thought they were having a domestic dispute.
After some frantic moments, they finally discovered that Lena had been waiting for them in her carrying case, ready to join them for dinner. Ripa joked that Lena wasn’t actually invited to the dinner party, adding a lighthearted touch to the story.
"Live with Kelly and Mark" airs on weekdays, and fans can check their website for local listings. The couple’s relatable experience reminds pet owners of the joys and challenges of keeping track of their furry friends.