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DustyPlease share with everyone involved with Dusty's rescue that we are SO VERY happy and think she is enjoying her new life too. She's been to my hairdresser's and my office and anywhere else I can take her. She likes her walks almost as much as her naps and toys. It's hard to remember what is was like before she came into our lives and I can't imagine not having her. Thank you Jim and the animal shelter folks in Wenatchee.

 

I've had Ginger for 5 years now, my second rescue Golden. I still remember the first night I brought her home, about 9 o'clock, she went into my bedroom and climbed in my bed...and that's where she's slept ever since...(unless of course the cat tries to snuggle up with her and then she gets down with a huff that seems to say "Ugh...cat...ewwww.") I can't believe how lucky I got the day her first family left her behind when they moved. Ginger is so smart, she is truly 'a short person in a dog suit' Once I Gingerheard the garbage bag rustle and when I looked over she was standing there all innocent looking, then she came over and stood behind my chair and I heard her chewing. I guess she figured if I couldn't see her, it didn't count! She seems to have her own fan following, at the local coffee stand, at work (she gets to go sometimes when the boss is away); almost anywhere I take her, they always ask for her if I go back without her. (She's also my Mom's favorite Grandchild!) The coffee stand is her particular favorite because she gets treats when we walk there every weekend, sometimes one from each person working. One thing I almost forgot to mention is that Ginger only has 3 paws, she's missing one of her back feet and only has a 'nub'. She only walks on it when she's on grass or carpet (it'd be like your or me walking on our elbows) and does the hop-along thing on hard ground. She does so well that most people never even notice she's 1 paw short. Of course, 3 paws or 4, the love's just as good! Thanks so much for bringing us together.

 

I feel so fortunate to have adopted Tassie ("tass" means "paws" in Swedish). When I heard from EGRR that a golden was going to be available at Bellevue animal shelter on a Friday afternoon, I made sure to get there before the doors opened. I brought Samantha (Sammy), my 10 year old lab/border collie mix to meet the golden to see if the dogs were compatible, but for the introduction meeting they put us all in the "cat" room and the dogs never even looked at each other, they were so busy smelling for cats! Even so, I immediately knew this golden was the one.
Her patience was immediately tested and she passed with all "A's" when my Jeep broke down at Colman Dock on the way home from Bellevue to Bremerton. We waited four hours in the June heat wandering around the auto loading area waiting for the tow truck. That was our first "bonding" experience!Tassie
I don't know how anyone could give up this sweetheart who is so loving, gentle, smart, patient and obedient, and so tolerant of her obnoxious Australian Cattle Dog companion, Rudy, a rescue who unexpectedly arrived here shortly after Tassie's adoption and who constantly steals the tennis balls Tassie loves. Tassie is a real “ball dog,” who retrieves and drops the ball right at my feet! She also plays “outfielder” and loves to run out, turn and wait to catch high flying balls. These two now share Sammy's home, and all three dogs are so ball crazy I'm always juggling and tossing balls for someone.
The instructor for Tassie's Canine Good Citizen class has encouraged us to apply for the AKC Indefinite Listing Privilege Program in order for Tassie to participate in obedience trials. I think Tassie would enjoy the competition and I look forward to working with her.

 
In October, 2003, we lost our wonderful Golden, Spritzer and needed some time to recover from the loss of our special family member. We have a son who was having a tough time in school and suffers from some mild special needs. He was devastated more than we realized from the loss of Spritzer and we saw a real decline in all aspects of our son’s life – academically, socially and emotionally. It was time to find a new four legged friend for Taylor and for us!
Our family has been involved in animal rescue in Portland (I was responsible for all of the dog adoptions for Animal Aid for several years) so we know the value of rescue organizations and how much effort, thought and time is put into the placement – matching the family carefully with the dog. We contacted Golden Rescue – but came to realize that it might take months to find just the right family member. The wonderful, dedicated volunteers, including Desiree and Nancy, went right to work to find us the perfect dog; one that would make a struggling young teen especially happy!
MaggieSeveral weeks after putting our application in, we got a call that Maggie needed a new home. Poor Maggie spent most of her time in the family's very small back yard and she was clearly overweight and her coat reflected she had been under quite a bit of stress.
We adopted 4 year old ‘Maggie’ in July, 2004 and we couldn’t be happier. She no longer has any bad habits (stealing food; jumping on guests, etc) – well – she’s not PERFECT – but she has always been anxious to please and is doted on in her new home.
She gets walked twice a day; spends hours with my husband at our shared property on Beaver Lake ; she goes nearly everywhere with us and she has made our son so happy. His grades have improved; he has lots of friends once again and he and Maggie adore one another. Now – the cat? Well, that’s another story all together!
Thank you Golden Rescue for this wonderful gift! We are very grateful to you and to Maggie’s original owner for realizing that sometimes, sacrifices have to be made in order to give your pet the life it deserves… a better life can sometimes exist with a different family in a different setting … a family that has more time or perhaps energy to create a loving, special environment for God’s special 4 legged creatures.
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