Nevada

 Merry Christmas, Nevada! We are all thinking of you and hope you are happy and doing well. Leslie, Alex, Ryan, and Laura 

 Merry Christmas from Santa to the Golden Seniors!

About time for another update on Miss Nevada. Think I'm gonna liken her to Grandma Esther Walton this time.

Mary Ellen Walton: [while helping serve dinner] It must be awful to be somebody's wife and have to do this every day of your life!

'Grandma' Esther Walton: Well, if you don't learn to be a little more pleasant, you won't have that problem to worry about!

Grandma (Esther) Walton: Rise and shine, you two! 

Jason Walton: I'll rise, but I sure won't shine.

Miss Nevada is so much like Esther Walton. Nevada is a tish gruff, but still, she has so much love to give. When my young Golden's are wrestling and she starts barking at them, I can almost hear Esther saying, " Oh, you two! Are you done with your school studies? Well, then get busy and get them done, I need help preparing supper!" Nevada helps keep my pack of dogs in order. They all respect her, as they should respect their elders. Everyone gets along in my home, thank goodness! Nevada has never shown any interest in my cockatiel or in my guinea pig. She really gets along with every living creature.

Miss Nevada turned 12 years old in December, but you would never know it! She loves being outside. She does run and play with my dogs, but not for long, She is too mature to carry on like that for too long! Lol! Nevada likes to go on walks, which I havent been able to do as I had foot surgery and dont do too much walking myself right now. This bitter cold does not seem to bother her too much either. She loves being out in my fenced yard. I give all my dogs raw beef bones. She LOVES chewing on them!

As far as home for Nevada, I would suggest no small children as they make her nervous. I think she really needs someone home with her most of the time. I'm retired so I'm mostly home. I have been gone for as little as 30 minutes, and as long as a 9 hour trip to the city. Nevada is always glad to see me, and there is nothing out of place. She has the potential to be the perfect companion, if you can just supply her with what she needs.

Just let your placement advisor know if you would like more info on Miss Nevada, cuz I would love to tell you about her!

Looks like I'm overdue with my update from the "home". Hahaha!! Miss Nevada is doing GReat here! These retirement homes are so relaxing.... The food must be good too as she has gained 5 pounds. She loves chewing on beef bones on occasion, kind of her part time hobby, easy than knitting since she does not have thumbs to hold the knitting needles!

I have been thinking of who Miss Nevada would be if she were human, and I've come up with the perfect one, Jessica Tandy. Think....Driving Miss Daisy...older, but spunky old gal who expects respect, but has a wonderful, generous heart. Jessica was also Ninny Threadgoode in Fried Green Tomatoes. Another spunky, great old gal with a warm, loving heart, and just a tish of mischievousness. Miss Nevada is just such a wonderful old gal in the right environment.

I'm working closely with my vet and we have Nevada's aniexity under pretty good control. She is down to one pill every morning. Her spirits are high and she is doing well on that dose. Nevada has been with me a little over a month now. I have been gone as long as 9 hours, and as little as 15 minutes. Never have come back home to see a mess or any issue. I have 5 of my own dogs ranging in age from 8 months to 15 years, 5 pounds to 75 pounds, she gets along with all of them. I also have 3 cats, she is fine with them also. I really feel her anxiety is being handled well with her meds and the companionship of another dog. She does rarely interact with the other dogs, a little 3-5 minute playtime once in a while. I think when I'm gone she is comforted by their presence.

So, the next retirement home Miss Nevada is looking for would have the following requirements: A human that is home most of the time. Can be a man , woman, or both. Older quiet teenagers would be ok too. She does not need a fence, would be ok on a tie out for short periods. She loves her walks, so someone who might be able to walk her once a day. Another calm dog would be great, but not a must have.  Miss Nevada will let you know if she hears something amiss, but is not a barker.

I just cannot say enough wonderful things about this great old gal! Is she the companion you have been searching for? If you feel you are the right home and can drive Miss Nevada (think Driving Miss Daisy) around, please, oh please, contact your placement advisor. You won't be sorry!

I would love to tell you more about Nevada, one of the best senior dogs ever!!! I think Miss Nevada would like a senior home, you know, kinda like a retirement home. NOT a nursing home, but more like assisted living, if you catch my drift. She doesn't need a nurse to give her meds or take her down for breakfast. She is still a wonderfu gal with lots to give. She absolutely loves to go on walks! There's your evening exercise! She loves car rides. She can go with you when you go to Starbucks for your morning coffee! She really loves naps and will lay on the floor and sleep as long as you want to! She is totally house trained and lets you know when she's gotta go. No Depends for her! Nevada loves treats and knows how to sit, shake hands, and lie down for a treat. My house is overflowing with furry kids and she seems to get along with them, large and very small dogs, cats, and a noisy cockatiel. OK, so my 5-pound Chihuahua tried to tell her he was the boss and she let him know he was full of it! Lol! She could have taken him out; instead, she just put him in his place. Very appropriate behavior from Miss Nevada.

Nevada's only fault is she hates to stay home alone for long periods of time. I have run errands every day she has been with me. Anywhere from 15 minutes to 2 1/2 hours. No issues. She is on an antidepressant to help her with her abandonment issues, but if you are someone who is home more than you're gone, Miss Nevada is the perfect dog for you!! She knows when she has had enough action and will go lay down in a different room. No problem! I would have loved to do that too when I was married with small stepkids! Haha!

If you have any questions, please let your placement advisor know and I will sing Nevada's praises to you. (Yep, I've had too much caffeine today!)

Hello..... any snowbirds out there?! Have I got a great dog for you!! Nevada has moved south, down to a new foster in Iowa. But she would love to go even further south with you! Nevada is a super gal who still has lots to offer. Don't let her age fool ya; she acts so much younger. She is used to going on daily walks of about a mile, or not, if you're more sedentary like me (lol)! She loves to travel in a car, van, mobile home; whatever you are driving, she will be right by your side. She loves her people, but will respect your space also. She has some separation anxiety which is perfectly handled by the medication she takes daily. She gets a little nervous around busy children, but would be OK when the grandchildren come to visit; as long as she has a quiet place to retreat to when it's a busy household, she will be fine. I have 3 Goldens of varying ages, 2 small dogs, and 3 cats. She gets along with all of them, but they all respect her and her space. Nevada is pretty much the perfect companion. She might not be pure Golden Retriever, but she definitely has the Golden heart. Please let me know if you would like to know more about this great ole gal!!

Nevada is currently in Des Moines, Iowa. She will be transported to her new FM in Atlantic, Iowa, tomorrow morning. I will send an update when we deliver this sweet gal.