Dexter/Bigz 08-155

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Here is Dexter! He is 20 months old and has the softest and shiniest black hair. He is probably either a Flat Coated Retriever or a Golden Retriever/Black Lab mix. He has been updated on all his shots, has been microchipped and neutered, and weighs in at 50 pounds. He is a cheery little guy who In his former life, lived with kids and a small dog and got along well with both. I noticed that he was also very nice with a cat today. He can be a bit growly, though, upon meeting human strangers.

Dex has been through a lot. His family had many other issues to face and chose not to take poor Dexter and his canine sibling home after they arrived at the Animal Shelter. But now his luck has changed. He's a RAGOM dog!!

We have only had this cute boy for a few hours, so will let him settle in a bit and update again soon! What a trooper!

At a Glance #08-155

Mixed Breed Born: July 2006
Male 40 lbs

Status: Adopted

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Here is Dexter! He is 20 months old and has the softest and shiniest black hair. He is probably either a Flat Coated Retriever or a Golden Retriever/Black Lab mix. He has been updated on all his shots, has been microchipped and neutered, and weighs in at 50 pounds. He is a cheery little guy who In his former life, lived with kids and a small dog and got along well with both. I noticed that he was also very nice with a cat today. He can be a bit growly, though, upon meeting human strangers.

Dex has been through a lot. His family had many other issues to face and chose not to take poor Dexter and his canine sibling home after they arrived at the Animal Shelter. But now his luck has changed. He's a RAGOM dog!!

We have only had this cute boy for a few hours, so will let him settle in a bit and update again soon! What a trooper!

Updates

Saturday, May 3, 2008

Dexter has been adopted by Jim and Becky. Jim picked him up this morning and had treats and a new chew rope all ready for Dexter to enjoy. Dexter turned into a great little guy, one which I would have considered adopting myself if I didn’t already have the city limit of two. He will be an only fur child for awhile so he can bond with mom and dad, but soon he will have a sibling to run and play with and a new home with 20 acres of wooded land to explore. He is going to have a great life! We will all miss you, Dexter, especially Charlie and Leah!


Jim and Dexter
Charlie, Leah and Dexter

Monday, April 21, 2008

Dexter continues to do well. He is playing more and more every day with our resident Goldens and he seems to be gaining more confidence in himself and his surroundings. We discovered he can jump obstacles. I put a short fence up in my backyard to keep the dogs out of a certain area and Dexter can take a running leap and jump it. It’s only about two feet high but his little legs make it. I think he would do well in some agility training. He seems to be VERY smart and learns quickly. I’ll try to get a picture of him jumping but I’m thinking that may be impossible with him being so fast.

Dexter has a couple coming to meet him on Sunday. They seem very interested in our precious little guy so we will see how the meet and greet goes and let everyone know.

 

Saturday, April 12, 2008

Dexter has been fitting in with everyone around here just great. He loves being in the middle of the action but he is also a very calm and mild mannered young man. He is learning that playing and playing with the big dogs is very exhausting and many naps are needed. He has now started to follow resident Charlie’s lead and sleep on the cushioned furniture instead of the hard floor. Dex loves to go for walks. When that leash comes out, he is there in a flash with tail wagging.

We have had visiting RAGOM girls Roxi 08-028 and Molly 08-029 with us this week and Dexter has loved all the playmates, fellow treat beggars and two more fur buddies to teach him the tricks of the trade. I think Dexter will miss the girls when they go home later today.

All five dogs were allowed to roam free this week - day and night and they all did great. We were putting Dexter in his kennel so he would get used to it but he goes in now when he wants with no problems. He was a perfect boy all week with no problems even when we were gone for 4-5 hours at a time. I think all the exercise they have been getting helps. We have not seen any little growls coming from Dexter this week nor any resource guarding. With five dogs around, I think he has learned his place and the manners necessary if he wants treats and hugs. He has also learned what toys are for and to share or no one will play with you. Dexter has turned into a very loving young boy and we just love having him here.

 

 

Sunday, April 6, 2008

I have been very surprised at how well Dexter adapts to all the changes he has had in his life lately. He is now back with me and my brood in St. Cloud after his neuter. Thank you Foster Mom, Sue! He came back to four dogs in his environment and he did very well running and playing with all of them. Then he had a week alone with just Charlie and Leah, the resident dogs, where he tried his best to keep up with the two bigger Goldens. Now we are dog sitting two very special RAGOM girls, Roxi 08-028 and Molly 08-029, so we are back to five dogs in all. Add that to the five kitties and we have quite the group! Everyone is getting along very well.

Dexter has turned into a wonderful house guest. He rarely jumps on the furniture or my bed. He is very content to lay on his doggie bed right beside me. Even though he does not quite like being in a kennel, he is slowly getting used to it. Dexter has had an upset tummy so we have him on a special food until he is totally better. He seems to be doing just fine with it. He has been playing with all four dogs and he seems to love it. He loves to rough house with Charlie, even though there is a 40 pound difference. Then he comes in and zonks out as close to me as he can get. He likes to follow me wherever I go but he is not a pest. He also does not beg for food. The vet said he is a little underweight, so we are working on him gaining five pounds and me losing five pounds!

Dexter would be great as an only dog in his forever home but he would be fantastic with another fur buddy. When Dexter came to me a few weeks ago, he did not know what toys were or even chew bones. He has learned so much from Charlie and Leah and he just seems to be a happier boy when he can run and play with them. Dexter is a flat coated retriever and as soft and silky as they come.