Lucy (Lola 19-067)

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Profile

Lola came to RAGOM because a service dog career was not a good fit. Lola is a healthy, well-mannered dog. Because she can get carried away while playing, children must be age 10+. Lola prefers to be the only dog in the home. A physical fence is optional, but a plan will be needed to keep her safe as she does love to chase small critters. Lola has a history of pancreatitis and must avoid fatty foods to stay healthy. Lola needs a quiet home with quality food and plenty of walks to keep her happy and healthy.

At a Glance #19-067

Golden Retriever Born: July 2014
Female 65 lbs

Status: Adopted

Profile

Lola came to RAGOM because a service dog career was not a good fit. Lola is a healthy, well-mannered dog. Because she can get carried away while playing, children must be age 10+. Lola prefers to be the only dog in the home. A physical fence is optional, but a plan will be needed to keep her safe as she does love to chase small critters. Lola has a history of pancreatitis and must avoid fatty foods to stay healthy. Lola needs a quiet home with quality food and plenty of walks to keep her happy and healthy.

Updates

Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Lola was adopted today. She will be missed very much. In the 3 weeks I fostered her, I fell madly in love. She was such a nice companion and the easiest dog to walk. Our neighborhood squirrels, rabbits, and chipmunks are all glad to see her go. 

Lola 19-067
Lola 19-067

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Lola was surrendered by a family who raise service dogs. They felt that Lola, being more independent, did not have the right temperament to be a service dog, so they asked RAGOM to rehome her.

I have found that she has a very pleasant disposition, but she is not the typical attention-loving Golden. While she likes to be near her humans, she would rather wrestle than snuggle. Since her play style can be a little overboard, she should not live with young children.

Lola loves to walk and has very good manners on a leash. She does have a strong interest in squirrels and rabbits, but I have been able to keep going easily with some gentle nudging.

She pretty much ignores other dogs on our walks and has not shown any interest to play with another dog. Additionally, she is not fond of small dogs who get in her face and has resource-guarded from a male dog. Therefore, she will be placed as an only dog.

It seems Lola has been well-trained as a house dog. She does not beg for food or counter-surf and is not destructive. She is totally house trained and was taught to ring a bell when she wanted to go out. She sleeps on or near my bed and sleeps quietly all night.  

Having a history of pancreatitis, Lola needs a family who will watch her diet carefully to avoid any fatty foods. She also has allergies which are kept under control with a daily Zyrtec tablet. A seizure has been observed since she came to my home; stay tuned for further information.

Lola is a nice dog who has adapted to my house easily. I think she would do best with a quiet environment, no young children, no other dogs, and someone willing to monitor her diet and give her lots of walking.

Lola 19-067
Lola 19-067