Bessie 20-173


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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Our Bessie girl is growing more with each passing day. A little more confident all the time.
When weather allows, we go on our walks. She does walk fine by me and has that Golden wiggle butt! There are many new things “out there” to explore and experience. Some things are quite odd, like Christmas yard art. She has been real brave walking by those.
Having other people around is still intimidating, but her courage will come with time, practice, and repetition. I use a harness along with her martingale collar for safety, and it works great. Bessie seems comfortable with it.
I think we can see she has lost some weight. We will know for sure when she goes into the vet this Friday for her spay. Be a blessing when that part of her journey is behind her. Bessie remains very healthy, and her coat is so soft.
She and her buddy, Bridger, remain very good pals. Having a social, happy canine partner does wonders with these girls. Seeing her run and play around in the yard is so heartwarming.
She is such a beautiful delight to foster! RAGOM does so much for these Goldens, and we can really use donations! Would you like to sponsor Bessie? Makes a wonderful holiday gift!
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Bessie came into RAGOM as a retired breeder dog. Her date of birth is 3/23/13. She is currently 70 pounds, and the ideal weight for her would be more like 60 pounds or so.
Bessie has had her initial vet visit and a bath and grooming as well. She did well with both, considering all that she has been through. She is due for her spay on December 18, after which she will be available to adopt.
Bessie does well with our two resident dogs and our cat. She remains shy yet, but is really trying. All in good time.
Bessie will need a calmer home and another medium to large, confident dog. She gets along great with our 2-year-old Doodle and totally ignores our 12-year-old Corgi and our senior kitty. She is a quiet girl and totally OK without a crate now. She needs a family who is very patient and familiar with retired breeder Goldens.
As you can see from her photos, she is one beautiful, auburn-colored Golden girl! Her health is good, and she does not act nor look like 7 years old. She is quick!
She is learning new things each day, from walking around on grass and tiled flooring to doors and new sounds. A very new world to learn. She has adapted to going on car (pickup) rides, too.
As it is common with these girls, she did not eat during her first few days in a new environment. We did find a mixture of food she likes. She has a very soft mouth.
In the short time she has been here, Bessie has already learned to go in and out through the patio door by herself! She and our young Doodle, Bridger, love to chase each other around the yard! There are times, however, when we need to keep the 30-foot leash on her, as she can be stubborn about coming in! Not much, but sometimes.
Are you the right family for this beautiful girl? Willing to put in the work and patience?
Adopt Me: If you think Bessie would be a good fit in your home, please review our adoption process. If you have already submitted an Inquiry for Application, email [email protected] with Bessie's name, RAGOM number (20-173), the name you submitted under, and a sentence or two explaining why you feel your home would be a good match.