Brandy 05-330

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10/15/05: I have had Brandy less than 24 hours and I know this much about her...she's really sweet, allows you to cut out matts for an hour, clip nails, clean out ears, and give a bath...tho the bath was a duo thing :) She is small, short legs, long hair and if you look closely she looks like her eyes are lined - a girl can always use a little help in the eye area :) - and her face says she has little something else hiding in there. She has an infection in her right ear and cries when you try to clean it out and put medicine in it, but never snarls, growls or is uncooperative. She really likes the cats and last night Sam had to show her he was not putting up with any nonsense from her. She just wants to play with everyone and any furr butt around.

She likes to counter surf and has placed her paws on the counter for a better look see. A firm no or get down is all it takes. She comes when called and her tail Never Stops Wagging!!!! She does not guard her food or anything else. She is busy, but her sign to go out seems to be to go to a door, look out and prance a bit. She spent the night in the bedroom with the door closed, took her about 5 minutes of pacing and checking everything out and then that was it for the night. I tried the big crate, but she didn't care for it and whined, so let her out. She was in the house at nights at her last place and did fine.

She loves to play ball....she picks up the tennnis ball and makes what sounds like a growly sound, but it's her way of saying ok, let's play. When told to drop it, she does. Reba, my old resident girl who usually hates the females, played with her last night. They tussled and wrestled to the point I had to call it quits on account of I was afraid Reba would have heart failure. They are playing as we speak....but you have to know Brandy has been running "free" with a German Shepard and Pitt Bull for 2 months, playing hard. She wandered onto the property and the lady was kind enough to keep her in hopes someone would claim her. But with 2 big dogs, she just couldn't affored to keep her. I know it was difficult for her to give her up, but she did the best thing for Brandy. Thank you!

I think in her previous life Brandy was loved, well cared for, was taught basic commands and loved to play ball. Especially the ball part since she keeps coming to me and dropping the ball in my lap and waits for me to either throw it or bounce it...boy can she jump to get that ball. This girl is high energy and we will be taking long and frequent walks. She's not fond of the leash, but doesn't pull, will go potty while on it and walks nicely. I have no idea of her age...her teeth aren't too bad, but looks like her right side canine is a little swollen. She eats well, likes treats but has shown no interest in chew things...and has not touched anything inappropriate. She loves riding in the doggie mobile and is a good rider.

Gee, all this after less than 24 hours, can you imagine how much more I'll know in a couple days :) If you are looking for a girl that is friendly, sweet natured, playful, loves to please and always has a nice "tail fan" going....she's your girl. Will tell you more after we've been to the vet on Monday morning. Wow, she is such a gem, I wouldn't wait too long....I can feel you all thinking....mmmmm maybe this is the one :) If interested, please email Placementatragom [dot] org.

Brandy

At a Glance #05-330

Breed not specified Born: March 2004
Female Weight not specified

Status: Adopted

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10/15/05: I have had Brandy less than 24 hours and I know this much about her...she's really sweet, allows you to cut out matts for an hour, clip nails, clean out ears, and give a bath...tho the bath was a duo thing :) She is small, short legs, long hair and if you look closely she looks like her eyes are lined - a girl can always use a little help in the eye area :) - and her face says she has little something else hiding in there. She has an infection in her right ear and cries when you try to clean it out and put medicine in it, but never snarls, growls or is uncooperative. She really likes the cats and last night Sam had to show her he was not putting up with any nonsense from her. She just wants to play with everyone and any furr butt around.

She likes to counter surf and has placed her paws on the counter for a better look see. A firm no or get down is all it takes. She comes when called and her tail Never Stops Wagging!!!! She does not guard her food or anything else. She is busy, but her sign to go out seems to be to go to a door, look out and prance a bit. She spent the night in the bedroom with the door closed, took her about 5 minutes of pacing and checking everything out and then that was it for the night. I tried the big crate, but she didn't care for it and whined, so let her out. She was in the house at nights at her last place and did fine.

She loves to play ball....she picks up the tennnis ball and makes what sounds like a growly sound, but it's her way of saying ok, let's play. When told to drop it, she does. Reba, my old resident girl who usually hates the females, played with her last night. They tussled and wrestled to the point I had to call it quits on account of I was afraid Reba would have heart failure. They are playing as we speak....but you have to know Brandy has been running "free" with a German Shepard and Pitt Bull for 2 months, playing hard. She wandered onto the property and the lady was kind enough to keep her in hopes someone would claim her. But with 2 big dogs, she just couldn't affored to keep her. I know it was difficult for her to give her up, but she did the best thing for Brandy. Thank you!

I think in her previous life Brandy was loved, well cared for, was taught basic commands and loved to play ball. Especially the ball part since she keeps coming to me and dropping the ball in my lap and waits for me to either throw it or bounce it...boy can she jump to get that ball. This girl is high energy and we will be taking long and frequent walks. She's not fond of the leash, but doesn't pull, will go potty while on it and walks nicely. I have no idea of her age...her teeth aren't too bad, but looks like her right side canine is a little swollen. She eats well, likes treats but has shown no interest in chew things...and has not touched anything inappropriate. She loves riding in the doggie mobile and is a good rider.

Gee, all this after less than 24 hours, can you imagine how much more I'll know in a couple days :) If you are looking for a girl that is friendly, sweet natured, playful, loves to please and always has a nice "tail fan" going....she's your girl. Will tell you more after we've been to the vet on Monday morning. Wow, she is such a gem, I wouldn't wait too long....I can feel you all thinking....mmmmm maybe this is the one :) If interested, please email Placementatragom [dot] org.

Brandy

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Friday, December 2, 2005

Today Brandy went to her Forever Golden Home with her Forever Golden Family. I will be sending pictures of the family at a later date, meanwhile I am sending her 'last day here' pics :(

There is nothing negative I can say about this girl....unless you count the fact that she can jump straight up about 3 feet off the floor and is constanly giving kisses. I will miss so many things about this sweet girl I don't know how to begin.....because to tell you is to help me say goodbye to Brandy. Brandy loves to wrestle, play tug, or run in circles with a toy in her mouth, making her growly play voice and expecting that whatever dog is present is expected to chase her. No dog up to the job?....well ok, humans will do. I loved those little legs pumping and propelling her across the yard or field either chasing a ball or just running for the sheer joy of being able to do it. I will miss cuddling with her on the couch, her presence on the bed at night, the morning kisses and belly rubs (her's, not mine), her tail wagging constantly, swishing across the floor, how she would go into the bathroom and pout when she knew I was leaving for work, how she was always at the door to greet me.....all 4 feet off the floor trying to kiss me at the same time :) Those eyes melted my heart each time I looked into them and her steady gaze. You may wonder how I can get attached to a dog so readily....it isn't hard when they are this special....her only demands were for love and play. To be very honest, if she had not gone to her Forever Home today, I would have adopted her. While I have enjoyed and cared for all my fosters, this was a very very special girl. Her Forever Family is awesome, her human 2 year old sister is great with her, and best of all she will be living in the country on 5 acres......her favorite place to be.

One last note on her new family. Alyssa saw Brandy online before they ever applied to adopt and figured she'd be gone, but they applied anyway. When they had their Home Visit they were told Brandy would probably be gone by the time they were approved. Alyssa told her mom that maybe the heart murmur would scare people away and she'd still be there, but meanwhile she wouldn't tell anyone what dog she wanted most. The night I got all the family's info I called and spoke with Alyssa. When I told her who I was and why I was calling she got very quiet and asked me "Did you know I was interested in Brandy?" No I didn't, but somehow someone knew Brandy was meant to go with the H family - we just didn't know it.

Each RAGOM foster dog has taught me something new, given love freely, and has taken a piece of my heart when they left. Once again I must say how lucky I have been in finding the BEST Forever Families for my foster boys and girls. Though a dog may come with baggage, it usually just needs a little help in ridding itself of it and starting over. All dogs are perfect...........it is we humans who have certain expectations or ideas of how they should be. Many were hurt, misunderstood, left, or given up by people who loved them enough to know it was the right thing to do for the dog. I don't think anyone will ever know the love, sorrow and joy of helping these dogs become the Golden they should be. Not all are as lucky and "normal" as Brandy is. But there are many waiting to come into your heart and be helped to be all they can be.

Brandy, I miss you tonight. Reba is just laying around not knowing what to do...the house is quiet and even the cats are looking over their shoulders wondering where you are. You brought me so much joy, comfort, and many laughs. I will miss you always but know you will be happy in your new home with all that space to run and play and be loved by your new family.

Love, your foster mom

Sweet girlMerry Christmas from Brandy and foster sister RebaBrandy laying in the snowBrandy and her new family - Alyssa, Ella & Jonathan

Sunday, November 27, 2005

Brandy here,

OK people, I'm getting to feel a bit left out here. Zeek 05-380 went to his forever home today. As you can see by the pictures, we played a lot of tug togeather. So now it would seem I must make a list so you can check it twice, cuz once you read it, a time or two, you'll know just how nice I am.

Playful - Love tug, retrieving ball, getting ball and running in circles with Zeek trying to catch me.

Loving - I am always happy to see you, give a welcome kiss, lean in and get some love pats.

Housebroken - Ah, that says it all.

Kids - Been around them from age 5 on up. I think I'm pretty good with them. Went on a HV yesterday w/my foster mom and met 3 kids (ages 5,6,7,) and 2 cats (well ok, the cats booked outta there when they saw me).

Manners - Hey, I know come, sit, down, off, uh uh, I don't dribble water all over when I drink and I sit/stay 'til I'm told it's ok to eat.

Other dog - Hey, I may come on a bit ruff and tuff, I may be a bit dominant, but once I get through the meet and greet, I'm ready to party down.

Cats - Ok, in most cases the cats here can just wander by, but once in a while I feel it's my duty to give 'em just a bit of a chase, ya know, keep their cardio up there.

People - Uh, haven't met anyone yet I didn't like.

Rides - Hey, open a door and I'm there. I sit or lay down and am very good in the car, doggie mobile, etc.

Looks - Not to brag or anything, but have you really looked at me, these beautiful eyes, curly white chest, beautiful coat..............and so ok, I'm a little on the petite side when it comes to legs (yeah, they're short).

Aggression - Not to food, toys per se and I'm made to give up bones or pigs feet if I get growly around the the troops. Usually when I'm told to "drop it" I drop it.

Health - Ok, this is another area where there seems to be some misconception about the heart murmur. On a scale of 1 to 6, with 6 being the worst, I am a 2!!! A two (2) people, hello, no meds, good running and playing ability. No guarantees in this life, so I don't think you should linger on it too much, ok? When I go in for regular checkups, etc. the vet just needs to give a listen to the old ticker.

Dominance - Yes, I'm a bit bossy and probably wouldn't do real well in a home with another dominant dog(s). I would love to have a furr butt brother or sister so I have some one to tease and play with. BUT I would also be good in a family as the only furr butt kid. I love my humans, I like to snuggle and if allowed, to sleep on the bed by you. I am very much a people girl.

Chewing - I chew nothing inappropriate...nothing!!!!

Home - Home would be where someone one would love me, play tug or ball, go for walks, let me sniff my way around a fenced in yard, get exercise, take me with on rides, long or short, share vacations and family outings. I could be happy with a young family, a single person or a retired couple who has lots of love and attention to give me. Right now I'm very comfortable in my foster home.....foster mom says too comfortable, I need to find my forever home so I can settle in.

Enjoy the pictures.....can't you see yourself playing tug with me?

Guess that about covers it. Now come on, I'm looking forward to finding my Forever Home and Family before the Holidays get any closer. I'd love to have my own stocking come Christmas morning...hint hint. Contact placementatragom [dot] org to get in touch with us.

Brandy

Wednesday, November 2, 2005

Hi Brandy here,

Well it finally happend, foster mom brought another furr butt home....a boy no less!! I have had to spend some time teaching this young'n how things are done around here. As you can see from the pics we get along ok....he's a tall boy to say the least. I should have him trained in no time :)

Have been enjoying the great weather....doing our 2x/day run/walk in the field. Sunday went on another home visit with mom to a really really nice couple in Maple Grove. They were awesome. The lady sat on the floor and when I could stop snooping long enough she would love me up. Then I was off exploring, and then back to snuggle up with the nice man on the couch and get a belly rub....aaahhh life is good. I was a pretty good girl over all. Then I went and met a 14 week old german shepherd puppy....I tried to tell him nicely not to get in my face...then I gave a few snap/growl/barks and he still didn't get it....so I had to spend my visiting time on a lead. But that was ok cuz when we got home I got to run in the field.

My foster mom found out that I know when I come in at night I sit by the cupboard in the laundry room and get my treat. Well, she also discovered that if the cabinet door doesn't close tightly and you go off to a hockey game....when you get home you will find the bag of raw hide flips on the floor and a few treats missing outta the "cookie tin" that she keeps all the good stuff in!! Boy she sure is careful about closing that door now days.

I am told I am a very good girl, tho I do make people wonder about my "play voice"......I love to have mom chase me around when I have a ball or toy in my mouth and I make these growly sounds.....don't know where that comes from. I really listen pretty well......except it seems I'm still getting a lot of "Brandy don't chase the cats.....NO"!!!!! She keeps saying something about my being lucky cuz Sam & Suds don't have claws...like that would make a difference?

I'm still enjoying sleeping on the bed, cuddling on the couch, chasing and teasing Zeek 05-380......he hasn't figured out how to chase me completely around the couch and chair yet :) So at this point I'm still ahead of the game.

Well, it's time to eat and take my pills with peanut butter. I'm feeling good, enjoying life but am ready for my Forever Golden Home. I am meeting a family on Saturday and I hope they and their furr butt girl like me and visa versa cuz it's time to move on and get away from Mr. Zeek........he is in need of some "fixing" if ya know what I mean.

I'll be in touch after the week end. Enjoy the weather.....I sure am :) Brandy

Friday, October 28, 2005

Hi, Brandy here. Wow it's been a busy week. We start our day by going for a 20-30 minute walk/run out in the field....I'm on a 40' lead but can still run and explore. I just hang out while foster mom is at work....chase the cats one in a while just to keep my heart rate up. After work (mom's that is) we go in the field for play time again....something about helping me "get something outta my system"....go figure. Then after supper it's out for some toy/ball chasing and again before bed. Even then it seems I have extra energy for a little house play and cat chasing....tho I get a lot of "Brandy, no chasing the cats". Personally I think they are big wusses.

Last Sunday Murphy, the Beagle, came for a play date and as you can see by the pics we had a good time to say the least. We all slept good that night. Wednesday night Reba and I went on a Home Visit and there were 2 boys who gave us lots of play time and loving...it was awesome. This was like my 2nd home visit and between going for a ride and meeting new people (who give treats, by the way) I gotta say it's a pretty good life.

I've given up counter surfing more or less. I take my pills every night in peanut butter....mmmmm good stuff that PB. I have no problems eating....but in the a.m. when I know foster mom is going to work she always gives us a small treat....like that makes it ok for her to leave....once in a while I won't take it....least wise not when she's still here. I sure get excited when she gets home and I can't control my joy....I pretty much jump straight up and then go for some hugs, pets and pats. Then it's out the door for our walk/run in the field. Mom says she's losing weight and guess it's a good thing cuz she keeps doing it. I have discovered this neat toy, it's red rubber, shaped like a little weight and squeaks....I can chase and retrieve that outside (and in) for a really long time....more fun than a tennis ball :) Mom keeps saying something about so much energy for such a little girl....which I am, as I went to the vet Tuesday for my ear re-check and both are in great shape and I've lost 2.5 lbs. Looking Good!!! I did need the underside of my ears shaved cuz of the ear cleaning, drops and running in the fields....well it got kinda nasty, but it sure feels good.

I am starting to feel my oats and sometimes in the field I won't come when called....I'm just so busy sniffing (mom says I have a great nose....well duh) and when I don't listen I get hauled in and the 40' becomes more like 5'. Guess if given the opportunity I might get side tracked and take a few detours, so guess til I start to listen a bit better, I'm better off on the bright yellow lead.

I love sleeping on the bed and now the cats have decided they are willing to share it with me. Reba won't come up when I'm there....but when Dad and I went out to the field today Reba stayed in and took a nap on the bed with mom. Boy, she was not real happy when I came up and gave her "wake up....it's time to eat" kisses....mom that is :)

I am told I am a very smart girl, have a lot of energy so wherever I go a fenced yard would be good, and a family that likes to play and go for walks would help with my energy level and keep me in shape. I am a real lover, love to be right there next to you one minute and off wandering the next, back to you....well you get the picture. Mostly I just love giving big, wet kisses....and I have heard mom tell people to keep their mouth shut when I'm kissing....because....who knows.

I am still enough of a puppy that I want to play alot, but when it's bedtime I wait to be told it's ok to come up on the bed. I give a couple goodnight kisses, get my lovin' and I'm off to dreamland and I don't move until Mom gets up....sometimes before I settle down for good, I will get up to check to be sure I know where the cats are. Once morning comes and mom is awake I'm right there for my morning pets and I give kisses....ok so by now you know I'm a big kisser....then it's out to potty and breakfast and then out to the field. Quite the gig I got going here.

I have discovered I like barking at the kids when they are out in the field on their 4 wheelers or if I see another dog on the road out front, but over all I'm not a barker. And just so you know, that noise I make when playing is just my play voice....it sounds mean, but it's not. Well, guess that's about it for now. You know where I am so give placementatragom [dot] org a whistle if you'd like to meet me............I am so worth the visit :) Ta til my next update. Brandy

Sunday, October 23, 2005

What can I say about this girl that hasn't already been said? She knows her commands, even out on a 40' lead, when you call she comes running. She is energenic, playful...have discovered that when she's in the mood to play ball...she want's to play ball.!! She retrieves the ball and brings it back and when told to drop she drops it. She is getting better about chasing the cats. But should she go to home a with a cat(s) you will have to continue to monitor her and "playfullness" with the kitties. Plus from what I've seen, I think she has a pretty good "tracking nose". I think she could learn a lot tricks:)

This dog could go to any home......she is just so good and such a joy to be around. She still has enough puppy in her that real small children might not work, as she still gets excited and jumps...we're working on it:) She goes to do something she is not suppose to do, one NO or Aah Aah and she's done. She has learned to sit and stay until she is told OK....then she knows she can eat. She takes her meds in peanut butter like a trooper. Even when she knows it's time for the ear drops, she comes and sits and takes it like a lady. She is a joy to watch out side running and chasing and sniffing. If I weren't doing foster...if I were done with it.....she would be the dog I'd want, and there's only been one other boy that I wanted to keep. Just something about this girl....someone trained her and since she minds, I can't imagine she ran away, so if she was dumped, whoever did it lost an exceptional dog. She's a bit dominate with other dogs, but not aggressive. She has yet to get into anything she shouldn't, she hasn't chewed anything that was not appropriate, her tail is like a constant fan going....she's just happy, happy and happy:) No accidents in the house and she is free in the house with resident Reba and the cats while we are gone. She is the best and can only get better with a forever family leading the Golden Life.

So if you think this might be the ONE...email placementatragom [dot] org.

Tuesday, October 18, 2005

Hi, it's me, Brandy. Well, I'm settling in, learning the cats aren't to be chased, but you can kiss 'em. I have shown my family that I know sit, stay, lay down and come when called. Reba and I have our play time, but foster Mom never seems to have the camera ready for the action shots. So figured I'd send along a couple "cute" pics of me. Check out the paw up, the pretty white on my chest and of course the pink tongue...just like when they make those cute doggie statues.

Saw the vet today....and met the staff. Wow, some nice ladies. Pretty sure I've been spayed...better be after having to shave my belly to look for the dumb scar. I am up to date on my shots, been chipped and had my blood work and exam. The not so good news is I tested positive for Lyme's but with meds will be just fine. Probably the most surprising news is I have a heart murmur. Not a big deal, cuz on a scale of 1-6 (6 being worst) mine is only a 2 and doesn't hold me back from running, chasing and playing. I don't need any meds and my forever family will just have to keep an eye on it. I am heartworm negative...yeah!! I have an infection in both my ears, but that will clear up with the drops we got. Dr. Nancy thought I might I have a bit of allergies cuz my pads were red, so guess we're gonna be washing feet every couple days to get the irration down. My foster mom didn't notice the pads cuz I don't lick or chew on them. The vet also thinks I'm probably closer to 3 rather than 4 1/2....which sounds good to me.

Today the foster parents had to go to work, but I was given the priviledge of being free in the house with resident Reba and the cats. I was a very good girl, no accidents, no inappropriate chewing, etc. I'm always ready to greet you at the door, am not a barker, tho can't say the same for my foster sister. I do like to play bounce/catch the ball, chew on peanut butter bones, flips and hooves and so far have been good about giving them up when asked. I am so friendly with everyone and every furry thing I meet...sometimes too friendly. But over all I listen and mind my manners. I love to just be able to run and play and explore and when I come in I know it's time to settle down....usually on the couch next to mom. When I am told no, I can't come up, I listen, and I wait to be invited onto the bed.

I think I would be happy with a family that had another furr butt kid as I like to play and like the companionship, but I think with love, attention and exercise I'd be ok on my own, too. Guess it's just really a matter of finding that right family who's not scared off cuz of a little heart murmur. I am a very affectionate girl, love to give kisses and am always ready to go for a ride or walk or just play. So if you think I sound like your girl....give placementatragom [dot] org a "hey". Later, Brandy

Yep, it's Sam.Too cute!Look at that pose!