Buddy 06-038

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2/4/06: Wow, can this boy wag a tail!! He had a long journey that started in Iowa this A.M. Thanks to a great bunch of people who gave up part of their Saturday, I met Buddy in Maple Grove early this evening. He is a sweet boy who stretched out on the back seat of the doggie mobile for the ride to St. Cloud. He met all 3 dogs, Casey 05-438 (with nary a growl or snap on her part...yes it's true!), resident Reba (she loves everyone) and cousin Bruno (6 months old and beautiful German Shepherd who's visiting for the weekend). Everyone did their meet, sniff, and howdy do outside. Buddy is 18 months old and a very strong boy. I would say I see a Gentle Leader in his future. He's not house trained so I have kept the leash on.

Everyone dined a bit late tonight, and I took Buddy in the laundry room to eat.....he was so excited and I'm sure hungry after his long trip.....he wolfed down the food in nothing flat. Then it was time for everyone to go out and check out the yard.....like something might have happened in the last 30 minutes. Buddy and Bruno hit it off and all they wanted to do was play...however Bruno is not supposed to being playing since he had surgery on his right front leg. Try and keep 2 youngsters from wanting to play....very difficult. Buddy found one of the chew bones and did a little growl and postured like he was gonna be nasty if anyone came near. So I took it away from him and when he got it back all was quiet. So they all hung out and chewed on bones and hooves. Few more trips out, some pics and now every one is flat out on the floor napping. Buddy will go into a crate tonight and hopefully he'll find the accommodations to his liking.

He is a sweet boy who's tail never stops wagging, his tongue is always hanging out from being excited and loves to lean into you for some lovin'. He is going to the vet Monday to be updated on all his shots, micro chipped and then on Thursday will be neutered. Good thing Bruno is going home as I could never keep these 2 quiet together :) I have no idea how much he weighs, but looks good, has a blondish-red coat and beautiful eyes and smile. He will definetly need obedience training not only for the socialization but the training......he has a lot of energy but no manners whatsoever, counter surfing with and without paws planted on the counters is his favorite, then checking out the garbage inside and out. He did take his treat nicely after I got him to sit for it. He's not a big boy, but would not do well in a house with small children or older people as he gets excited, jumps and has his paw in the air to make his point. He is very good natured and came into the house and fit right in. The fact that he and Casey didn't have a war was a big relief, so now I know the time he's here will not be fraught with fighting and confrontations. I don't think there is a dog or human this boy has met that he didn't like and get along with...he's a happy, happy boy :)

Stay tuned for more updates and pics. If you think this boy might be for you, email Placementatragom [dot] org.

Foster mom, Buddy and the troops

P.S. He hasn't seen the cats yet :)

BuddyCasey 05-438 & Buddy their first night togetherBuddyCasey & Buddy (front) with hoovesBuddyBuddy, Casey & a shy BrunoBuddyRight at home

At a Glance #06-038

Breed not specified Born: September 2005
Male Weight not specified

Status: Adopted

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2/4/06: Wow, can this boy wag a tail!! He had a long journey that started in Iowa this A.M. Thanks to a great bunch of people who gave up part of their Saturday, I met Buddy in Maple Grove early this evening. He is a sweet boy who stretched out on the back seat of the doggie mobile for the ride to St. Cloud. He met all 3 dogs, Casey 05-438 (with nary a growl or snap on her part...yes it's true!), resident Reba (she loves everyone) and cousin Bruno (6 months old and beautiful German Shepherd who's visiting for the weekend). Everyone did their meet, sniff, and howdy do outside. Buddy is 18 months old and a very strong boy. I would say I see a Gentle Leader in his future. He's not house trained so I have kept the leash on.

Everyone dined a bit late tonight, and I took Buddy in the laundry room to eat.....he was so excited and I'm sure hungry after his long trip.....he wolfed down the food in nothing flat. Then it was time for everyone to go out and check out the yard.....like something might have happened in the last 30 minutes. Buddy and Bruno hit it off and all they wanted to do was play...however Bruno is not supposed to being playing since he had surgery on his right front leg. Try and keep 2 youngsters from wanting to play....very difficult. Buddy found one of the chew bones and did a little growl and postured like he was gonna be nasty if anyone came near. So I took it away from him and when he got it back all was quiet. So they all hung out and chewed on bones and hooves. Few more trips out, some pics and now every one is flat out on the floor napping. Buddy will go into a crate tonight and hopefully he'll find the accommodations to his liking.

He is a sweet boy who's tail never stops wagging, his tongue is always hanging out from being excited and loves to lean into you for some lovin'. He is going to the vet Monday to be updated on all his shots, micro chipped and then on Thursday will be neutered. Good thing Bruno is going home as I could never keep these 2 quiet together :) I have no idea how much he weighs, but looks good, has a blondish-red coat and beautiful eyes and smile. He will definetly need obedience training not only for the socialization but the training......he has a lot of energy but no manners whatsoever, counter surfing with and without paws planted on the counters is his favorite, then checking out the garbage inside and out. He did take his treat nicely after I got him to sit for it. He's not a big boy, but would not do well in a house with small children or older people as he gets excited, jumps and has his paw in the air to make his point. He is very good natured and came into the house and fit right in. The fact that he and Casey didn't have a war was a big relief, so now I know the time he's here will not be fraught with fighting and confrontations. I don't think there is a dog or human this boy has met that he didn't like and get along with...he's a happy, happy boy :)

Stay tuned for more updates and pics. If you think this boy might be for you, email Placementatragom [dot] org.

Foster mom, Buddy and the troops

P.S. He hasn't seen the cats yet :)

BuddyCasey 05-438 & Buddy their first night togetherBuddyCasey & Buddy (front) with hoovesBuddyBuddy, Casey & a shy BrunoBuddyRight at home

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Sunday, February 19, 2006

Today Buddy left with his new "Dad".....heading for the Cities and a "run". This is one lucky little boy, as he will get to be with his Dad all the time and he is getting an 8 year old human sister to boot. Sometimes you just know when things are "right" and these 2 guys will be a heck of a team on and off the road. Buddy needed a little boost to get in the pickup, and I can hardly wait to hear how he does learning to get in and out of the cab of the big rig :)

You were great fun and a happy, happy boy, Buddy, but I think Casey and Reba can use the rest :) Good luck on your new adventure and have a happy forever Golden Home. Thanks, Butch, for giving him a wonderful opportunity to be loved, trained and taken care of.

Foster Mom

Buddy and his new DadIn the truck and ready to go

Sunday, February 12, 2006

Buddy is back home after his stay at the vet. He was neutered and had to have one tooth pulled. He was a very good boy while there, but he was very happy to come home and see his friends and sleep on the bed once again. Keeping Buddy Boy quiet proves to be quite the challenge, especially since he and Casey have become friends and want to play and play hard. He is a bit calmer since coming home, but it may have something to do with the pain meds :) He can even be around the cats and not try to chase 'em from room to room.

Last night while watching the Olympics (the ones on TV...not Buddy and Casey) Buddy was laying around and got up and went over to my husband, looked at him and made his version of a bark and then did the funniest noise we have ever heard come from a dog. It was a cross between a 'rrrooooo' and a gargling noise....guess you had to be here but we had a good laugh from it.

We've had to pick up all the chew bones, hooves etc. so Buddy doesn't get 'em, which makes the other two a bit antsy. So last night the girls got p.b. bones and Buddy got the Kong w/p.b. He had no clue what to do with it.....so I held it til he figured out he was supposed to lick the the p.b. outta it. Finally I gave it to him and he trapped it between the chair and table, stuck his head in between and went at it. He got nasty w/Reba when she wandered in on the other side of the table......so we took it away for awhile. It would appear it's only the special treats that he's not interested in sharing.

He is a sweet boy and slowly learning to sit for his food and treats...which is difficult to do when you are trying to grab everyone else's treats out of my hand. This boy can live with pretty much any dog and cat. Kids under the age of 6 or so would be over whelmed by Buddy. He can be so energetic and yet when he comes over to sit by you, he leans into you and eventually slides down and lays on the floor waiting to be petted or have his belly rubbed. When he doesn't want to do somethig, like get his collar put on or a GL, etc. he just drops to the floor and wiggles around. And speaking of wiggling this boy can wiggle his entire body, head to toe, in excitement to see you. Such a typical puppy full of love and energy and the Golden personality. With obedience training and love he will be darn near the perfect boy. Meanwhile he is very entertaining for all of us. If you are interested in meeting this handsome boy email Placementatragom [dot] org. He's too handsome and smart to last long.....

Foster Mom

Buddy's sweet faceCasey & Buddy playing at sunsetBuddy boy after his bathBuddy on the pointBuddy cuddled up for a nap