Rupert 08-550

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Rupert came to us on Saturday and we are having a great time acclimating him to his new surroundings. Here is what we know about Rupert so far. He is one-year old, he's about 60 pounds, and we think he's a pure golden. His former owners had to move and this lucky guy found his way to RAGOM. He was an outdoor dog and is now learning how to live indoors. We're in the early stages of potty training and he seems to be catching on. He likes living inside very much as evidenced by his constant smiling and tail wagging. He is genuinely good natured and is one of the happiest dogs we have come across. He loves his new foster brother (our resident Toby) and they can play all day long! He is also a natural at fetch, although he needs to learn better how to give up the ball.

We've not had the chance to have him around children yet, but he lived with two children and his former owners say he is great with them. There has been no resource guarding whatsoever and we can freely take anything from him. He reluctantly goes in the crate and can sleep through the night. He knows the sit command (when prompted by treats anyway) and we are working with him on other commands.

He has a really big day tomorrow. He has an appointment with the vet for an initial examination, to get current on all his shots, and to get neutered. We'll give the full report when he gets back!

Rupert will make someone a wonderful companion.

  

At a Glance #08-550

Golden Retriever Born: November 2007
Male 45 lbs

Status: Deceased

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Rupert came to us on Saturday and we are having a great time acclimating him to his new surroundings. Here is what we know about Rupert so far. He is one-year old, he's about 60 pounds, and we think he's a pure golden. His former owners had to move and this lucky guy found his way to RAGOM. He was an outdoor dog and is now learning how to live indoors. We're in the early stages of potty training and he seems to be catching on. He likes living inside very much as evidenced by his constant smiling and tail wagging. He is genuinely good natured and is one of the happiest dogs we have come across. He loves his new foster brother (our resident Toby) and they can play all day long! He is also a natural at fetch, although he needs to learn better how to give up the ball.

We've not had the chance to have him around children yet, but he lived with two children and his former owners say he is great with them. There has been no resource guarding whatsoever and we can freely take anything from him. He reluctantly goes in the crate and can sleep through the night. He knows the sit command (when prompted by treats anyway) and we are working with him on other commands.

He has a really big day tomorrow. He has an appointment with the vet for an initial examination, to get current on all his shots, and to get neutered. We'll give the full report when he gets back!

Rupert will make someone a wonderful companion.

  

Updates

Thursday, January 8, 2009

I thought I'd send in these cute photos of Rupert. He and Olive are best buddies- as you can see. Rupert had to have a bath today because he got sick in his kennel while I was at work. Poor boy. Olive loves "tubbies" so I thought I'd get her in the tub so he could see that it's not so bad. He didn't love it like Olive does but he was obviously very good for me- and even posed for a photo. I'm still a little shocked that I could bath two dogs at once without any major issues. I'll do anything for a cute dog photo.

Also, I never wanted to be the person who has a dog that lays on the picnic table- but apparently some things are out of my control. It was another cute photo opp. So I took it. I have a video of them playing "reindeer games" (like on Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer) and then they both jump on the table to take a break. Olive is going to miss Rupert when he goes. I am too.

   

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Rupert here. I had an excellent adventure over the past two weeks that I'd like to share with you. I was "adopted" by a very nice family. I adjusted well to the change. They had two boys that came over to visit (5 and 8)! I loved the kids!!! I especially loved laying on my back getting pets from them...and following them from room to room- sometimes rough housing and running from room to room!! I'm officially RAGOM kid tested and approved.

It wasn't my perfect match (I really should have a fenced yard) so we all decided that I should come back to St. Paul with Olive. Boy am I happy to be here with Olive. We play, play, play!!! She's really happy too.

My previous adopted family only said good things about me- they said I was the best dog they'd ever had, I'm beautiful, I'm really good with kids, I'm smart, and "you can do anything to that dog" (which is why we love goldens). The dad didn't want me to go- he was really, really sad but it's for the best for all of us.

My foster mom made homemade panakuchens (spelling?!) aka "oven pancakes" for us for New Year's breakfast. Boy was it good! I enjoyed mine right off the plate on the counter. I got a great big NO! I'm not exactly sure what I did wrong- was it that I didn't say my prayers first or that I had my paws on the counter?????? She mumbled something about she should know better than to leave freshly baked goods in the reach of a counter surfer- whatever that means. Next time maybe I'll sit in the chair to eat my breakfast at the counter.....

My foster mom says that I make a great electric blanket. We spent some quality time on the couch this weekend reading books and napping. I let her use me as a knee pillow while we read a romance novel...then we both took a nap. It was nice. I also like to lay with my head on her stomach while she reads bedtime stories. However, last night the bedtime story was Time magazine so I fell asleep quick!

I'm all golden retriever and I can be found with inappropriate household items in my mouth. I don't chew them...I just walk around the house with them in my mouth and then retrieve them when mom calmly asks me to come to her- I listen and give the item to her. I'd like a family who understands that I will probably take things (I'm part thief) but I my intentions are good---I won't harm their stuff. However, mom got a little worried when I brought her a light bulb the other day......

My foster mom says that I'm just about perfect and that she would adopt me in a heartbeat if she could afford a third dog (and if she had someone to pick up after us or could teach us to put away our toys).

 

  

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Rupert is back from the vet! He got a clean bill of health, is current on all his shots, and was neutered! He is doing great and is having a great time playing with our resident. His house training has been going well. He hasn't had an accident since he returned from the vet!

Rupert is soaking in the attention. He is very gentle, rarely barks, and loves people. He absolutely loves raw hides and toys. He doesn't care much for getting in the car, but rides well once he's in.

Everything is going well and we hope Rupert finds his forever home soon.