Russet 20-127
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At a Glance #20-127
| Golden Retriever | Born: April 2018 |
| Male | 100 lbs |
Status: Adopted
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Sunday, August 9, 2020
The Spud Brothers found their dream home and were adopted this week!
Russet, who is just a funny, lovable, mischievous guy, was with us for almost a month. He was lucky to find a home that wanted to adopt both him and his brother--a family that has had bonded siblings previously!
They had a meet-and-greet last week, and Russet climbed all over them with muddy paws and slobber, and they just loved him even more! He'll have a huge fenced yard to run in, two people who adore him to walk him daily in the park across the street and shower him with pets, and a couple of young adults who will have even more reason to visit Mom and Dad with the addition of these two handsome boys!
A great RAGOM success story! Congrats to the Y family and to Russet and Yukon!
Saturday, August 1, 2020
After 3 weeks, Russet has begun to settle in here, just as he may have found his new home elsewhere! The Spud Brothers have been amusing, rambunctious houseguests, and just like we often hear about dogs, they begin to settle after 3 weeks and their personalities are really coming out.
Russet is the more adventurous of the two, and also the prankster. The other night, I was in the living room when he went into the kitchen where I had left an open bag of dog food.
I heard some rustling and knew exactly what he was doing. I called him a few times and he came bounding into the living room, wagging his tail, and he may as well have been saying, "I wasn't doing anything - what?" And then he quickly came and licked my hand.
This morning, the two boys were curled on the floor next to the bed, in almost identical positions, and they both stretched out in unison; they are truly such bonded brothers, and they look so much alike. Russet's dark red color distinguishes him from the golden Yukon.
He's such a funny guy and really good-spirited. If I didn't already have two dogs, I would be in great danger of foster fail with these two!
Fingers crossed that they may have found their dream home!
Sunday, July 26, 2020
Russet would like to thank the sponsor who supported them this week! Big kisses and a few paws to you!
Russet and Yukon have now been here for almost two weeks. The Spud Brothers are a delightful pair. They are a totally bonded pair, so it's taken some time to determine the different personalities of the two.
Russet is darker red and a little lankier, and he has emerged as the more adventurous of the two; he's a little prankster and, I am guessing, could be a little mischievous.
He's also a super sweet boy who loves attention and just can't get enough of it. He enjoys his walks and walks really well on a leash. Neither of the Spuds are barkers; I've only heard a few peeps out of them.
They have done really well with the resident dogs; they hardly pay any attention to them, or to the cat. They're totally focused on Foster Mom: "Where is she going now? Can we go with her? How can I fit under that desk?"
They arrived with kennels that are just too small for them, so they haven't been crated since they have been here; if I leave, I baby-gate them in the bathroom, where they have plenty of room to move around, sleep, etc. They have responded really well to visitors; they're very social.
After the first few nights of not sleeping in the bedroom, they have now moved in and sleep right next to the bed, and right next to each other. They are mostly housebroken, although they have had a few accidents in the house. I try to keep letting them out as often as I can, and then everything is fine.
Russet is not terribly food-motivated. Treats, yes, but when feeding time comes, he'll take a few bites and then come to me. I've been adding additional treats to their kibble--canned food, cooked veggies, etc--and that seems to interest them more.
Russet had his vet checkup and pretty much came up with a mostly clean bill of health. His ears are a little dirty, so we're cleaning and treating them, and he has a bit of dental tartar, but other than that, his report was good. He weighed in at 100 pounds, so the vet suggested that he drop 8-10 pounds. He is up to date on shots and on heartworm preventative.
The other night, he cracked me up! I've never seen a dog actually frown. But Yukon had managed to get himself closer to me and the Caesar salad than Russet was, and Russet did not like that situation at all. He sat there, actually frowning at things until he could figure out how he could get a premium seat. He's kind of a little clown.
Russet can use some training. Perhaps he's not had what he feels to be his adequate amounts of attention, so he overcompensates by being incredibly enthusiastic when he does get attention. He is a master of the Golden paw and uses both of his when he wants you to give him more love. He seems to know some commands: "sit," "no," "out," which he is responding to and learning each day.
With the two of them, it will be really helpful to have two people giving them some clear direction and training. He is totally bonded to Yukon; when they are separated, they get very anxious. The two of them together is a lot of dog, especially when it's coming at you with no real discipline.
Ideally, these two brothers, who must be adopted together, would do well in a two-person (at least) household, with both people equally invested in getting these boys on track from their adorable, rambunctious selves.
They need daily exercise, obedience training, walks in the park, playtime, and plenty of love and affection in a home with a fenced yard. They haven't been tested around children, although because of their size and rambunctiousness, it's best that they are not around kids under 10 or so. These boys are going to blossom in the right environment!
Russet is a gorgeous, happy, smart, trainable dog, and he is going to be a great pet!
Monday, July 20, 2020
Russet is a 2-year-old, male, dark red purebred Golden Retriever, estimated to be 110 lbs. He is part of a bonded pair with his littermate, Yukon 20-128.
The brothers were given their potato names because when their owner got them as puppies, they looked like a couple of potatoes! They were surrendered to RAGOM because their owner didn’t have the time for the training and attention that these young boys deserve.
Russet and Yukon must be adopted together. Because of their size and enthusiasm, they would be best in a home with children over 10 years of age. They have done fine with other dogs and a cat in their foster home.
They are medium-level-activity dogs who should have a secure fence, as they have been known to dig under the fence in their previous home to go on adventures. They could stand to lose a few pounds and use some training, but this pair have a delightful personality and are gorgeous.
Russet loves meeting people and is a sweet, exuberant boy! He lives for affection and to make you happy. He loves, loves, loves pets and can’t get enough of them. And when he gets pets, he gets even more enthusiastic!
He just wants to be by his person, following me around the house and sleeping by my feet while I am working. He will also sleep right next to his brother.
Russet and Yukon will need time to settle into a new home, and their family must dedicate time to their training. Russet can be a little naughty when he is bored—tearing up paper or digging holes outside. At 2 years old, he is prime for learning how to be an excellent dog!
Russet enjoys walks and needs a family that will see that he gets the exercise he needs. We will know what his ideal weight should be after our vet visit next week.
