Dutchess has been with us for just over a week now and is settling into our home well. I think some of what I thought was initially high activity level was actually anxiety and she seems to have calmed down some. We have been trying to get lots of walks in lately to jump start her weight loss program so she is ready for bikini season. She went to the vet last week and weighed in at 77lbs. She will probably be perfect somewhere closer 65lbs. She got a clean bill of health at the vet but because her skin and coat are somewhat dry we have added some fish oil to her diet. That plus some grain free food should hopefully shine up her coat in no time.
She continues to get along well with all of the animals and is starting to learn some more manners. She knew sit and down when we acquired her, but she is getting better each day with sit and then wait which we use before she goes outside, before she comes back inside, before she eats etc. She has been a quick study and I know she will improve even more as we continue working with her.
We heard her bark for the first time the other day and now we have heard it a couple of times when dogs are walking by the house. We also found out that she loves water. I had the kiddie pool out this weekend and it was impossible to keep her out of it. Another cute trait of hers that we have noticed is that she loves to put one paw up on you when she wants some attention. This behavior is cute though probably not the best to enforce so we try to make sure she puts her paw down before she gets attention.
I also included a picture with her sitting and waiting for a treat with her three foster sisters. If you can’t tell they all love chicken treats.
Dutchess 12-124


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At a Glance #12-124
Golden Retriever | Born: August 2006 |
Female | 70 lbs |
Status: Deceased