Zoey is what you would call, 'A Good Dog.' She has the wisdom and confidence of experience, a well-trained dog that is always in a good mood, ready to go if you are and gladly lies down by your feet, if you'd rather just sit and watch tv. She spent the first 9 years of her life with a family that loved her dearly. Due to a move across the country and a new job with lots of travel, Zoey's family decided it would be best for her if she found a furever family through RAGOM.
She is half Golden Retriever and half Chocolate Labrador Retriever, with the stocky build of a lab, but the face, ears and fur of a golden retriever. Her deep reddish gold fur has just a touch of wave and is very soft. Her ears are big, and when she is begging for a treat, they stand out to the sides of her head like an elephant ! (I will try to get a picture.) She has lots of 'sweetness', getting along well with other dogs, adults, kids, and cats (which are said to have curled up with her.) She loves car rides and walks. She stayed in a non-fenced yard without issue through the years and is 100% housebroken. She does not need a crate but is crate-trained and will go in without issue if needed.
Zoey was spayed as a young dog and was brought up to date with all vaccinations during a visit to the vet this week. Her fecal and heartworm tests were negative. The vet said she has an excellent temperament, her coat is beautiful, her teeth are in excellent shape and her eyes are normal for her age. She is overweight (81 lbs.) and we are working to help her shed pounds through diet and exercise.
The challenge for Zoey is her rear legs, which have arthritis and inflammation due to previously torn ACLs which were never repaired. The vet prescribed a pain reliever (Tramadol), glucosamine supplements, and if her next blood test results are normal, she will also receive an anti-inflammatory (Rimadyl). He said she needs to keep moving through walking and swimming, but no running or chasing. Although Zoey is somewhat stiff in the rear legs, she has two healthy front legs to support her weight, and gets around just fine. By following the vets recommendations, including losing weight, we expect Zoey to feel much better in the future.If Zoey seems like the dog for you, just let your placement advisor know.
| Mixed Breed | Born: November 2002 |
| Female | 55 lbs |
Status: Adopted
Zoey is what you would call, 'A Good Dog.' She has the wisdom and confidence of experience, a well-trained dog that is always in a good mood, ready to go if you are and gladly lies down by your feet, if you'd rather just sit and watch tv. She spent the first 9 years of her life with a family that loved her dearly. Due to a move across the country and a new job with lots of travel, Zoey's family decided it would be best for her if she found a furever family through RAGOM.
She is half Golden Retriever and half Chocolate Labrador Retriever, with the stocky build of a lab, but the face, ears and fur of a golden retriever. Her deep reddish gold fur has just a touch of wave and is very soft. Her ears are big, and when she is begging for a treat, they stand out to the sides of her head like an elephant ! (I will try to get a picture.) She has lots of 'sweetness', getting along well with other dogs, adults, kids, and cats (which are said to have curled up with her.) She loves car rides and walks. She stayed in a non-fenced yard without issue through the years and is 100% housebroken. She does not need a crate but is crate-trained and will go in without issue if needed.
Zoey was spayed as a young dog and was brought up to date with all vaccinations during a visit to the vet this week. Her fecal and heartworm tests were negative. The vet said she has an excellent temperament, her coat is beautiful, her teeth are in excellent shape and her eyes are normal for her age. She is overweight (81 lbs.) and we are working to help her shed pounds through diet and exercise.The challenge for Zoey is her rear legs, which have arthritis and inflammation due to previously torn ACLs which were never repaired. The vet prescribed a pain reliever (Tramadol), glucosamine supplements, and if her next blood test results are normal, she will also receive an anti-inflammatory (Rimadyl). He said she needs to keep moving through walking and swimming, but no running or chasing. Although Zoey is somewhat stiff in the rear legs, she has two healthy front legs to support her weight, and gets around just fine. By following the vets recommendations, including losing weight, we expect Zoey to feel much better in the future.If Zoey seems like the dog for you, just let your placement advisor know.
A wonderful woman named Mary R., and a wonderful RAGOM dog named Zoey (12-007), have found each other and decided to be furever friends today. Mary adopted Zoey and took her back to her home on a beautiful lake to live happily ever after. Mary has adopted from RAGOM prevously, and lost her golden to old age last year. She made a donation to RAGOM in honor of her dog, and decided to adopt again. Thank you, Mary! And, congratulations to both Mary and Zoey!
Zoey has been with us for three weeks now, and has changed very little, since she first came. She has lost five pounds, but still retains her wonderful personality. She's easy going, whether lounging around inside, or going for a walk.
She responds well to all general commands, and gets along well in any situation, that we've encountered. She is what I would call an "instant dog", just add water....some dog food, and love.
Compared to the demands of a younger dog or puppy, she blends in so well with her housemates, that we only notice that we have an extra foodbowl to fill, or a little extra time to hold the door. Her mobility is good, her blood tests came back normal, and she shows very little sign of being nine years old. She's a happy, go lucky girl, who's going to make someone a wonderful companion, much in the same way she did before her surrender, and as she does now with us. She's a gem, don't let her age deter you, she's got a lot to give.
