Hanging out in my doo rag, while my fur dries off after chillin’ out in the rain!
Breed not specified | Born: September 2002 |
Male | Weight not specified |
Status: Adopted
Hanging out in my doo rag, while my fur dries off after chillin’ out in the rain!
FM has been going on and on about this place called "the lake", talking about how much I'm going to love it at the lake, it's so fun at the lake, I get to swim at the lake, I will sleep like baby after being at the lake.... So on Friday night she tells me, "Copper, this is it, we're finally going to the lake, hop in the car boy cuz we gotta take a ride." So, RD and I scrambled into the back of the car; okay well really I don't scrabble I sort of pretend to put my front legs up on the back of the car and then I wait for FM to pick me up and put me in. I could do it, but why bother when I know she'll do all the work? Anyway, then we picked up FMs daughter and off we went. Finally, after 4 grueling hours of napping and listening to RD snore in the car we finally made it. I was greeted by all the other dogs that hang out there, they all smelled real fishy and lakey, mmmm, delicious! I thought to myself, whoa, I want to smell like that.
So after a good night's sleep, FM let me hang out on the lawn, lots of room to explore with no trees to bump in to, and then it was finally time to go in the water. FM led me carefully down the steps, I really appreciate that she always tells me every time I need to take a step down, and then pretty soon I was on the dock, FM said that was kind of tricky because it's not very wide but she showed me where to step to get on the entry platform and then she helped me into the water. I could hear all the other dogs splashing around, so I knew it had to be fun. Man did that water feel good. I walked back and forth and back and forth across the sand, and then FM helped me get out. I loved it! FM says we get to spend a whole week there in July and that she will teach me to swim. I can't wait to go back.
Photo of Copper exploring on the farm in Nebraska. I just put him on a long leash and let him do his thing while I stay close enough to supervise.
Copper, on the right, hanging with buddy, Stubby/Cooper, former foster dog, who has found his forever family and lives happily in Nebraska.
Hi All,Copper’s FM here. I had planned on writing about our fantastic adventure to Nebraska last weekend with Copper and 2 other family dogs, but instead, I’ve decided to share a little bit with you about being a foster and owner of rescued dogs. One thing you learn is that NO Dog is perfect, they all have their quirks. In my years of adopting and caring for dogs here are some of things I have experienced. I’ve had a brittle diabetic with seizures, a dog who had never been taught to go in and out of a door, nor do stairs, a dog who needed knee surgery and rehab, one who tackled one of my resident dogs to the ground and had to be dragged off, one who found the Rimadyl and ate the whole bottle, one who hated the water (can you imagine a Golden who doesn’t like water?), one without a tail, one who had never been taught to walk on a leash and literally pulled me off my feet, one who had never had human contact, one who had lived in a kennel and bred puppies her whole life, one who came from a bitter family split, and found his way back to his dad; I have battled ear infections, vomiting dogs, poop and pee in the house, chased escapees down the street, and of course taught basic manners and etiquette both in and out of the house. Any pet owner or foster will tell you similar stories!! I tell you all this to let you know that no dog is perfect, they all have their foibles, it is what makes each dog unique and special! Copper, too is a unique and special dog. He is a senior and blind. But, he is so much more than that! He is gently, loving, tolerant, happy and so easy! He truly is the easiest dog I have had, whether my own or as a foster. His blindness doesn’t inhibit him in anyway. He is happy wandering around the yard on his tie out, and he gets around the house with little trouble. He is low energy so while he likes a little walk every day, he doesn’t need hours of exercise to tire him out. He has never had an accident in the house. He has never barked once the entire time I have had him. He loves to get up and have his meals, and sits nicely for little treats during the day. He ignores the cat, and tolerates RD jumping on his head. He waits patiently for his eye drops and his daily dose of loving. I took him on a 7 hour car ride last weekend with two other dogs, and he rode in the car like a trooper and adjusted to the strange surroundings quickly. So what quirks does he have?
Please, please consider this fantastic, dog, he won’t disappoint! Sincerely,Copper’s FM
I just had to post this shot of Copper and RD. With the ice, snow and cold weather, this is their favorite position. I love that they are laying together in the exact same position!! I sure would love to see someone adopt this golden boy, he is one fantastic critter!
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