Recent Updates

Sunday, October 20, 2019

Riley (Bonnie 19-152)

Bonnie is really loving this transition to fall. The weather is nice and she really enjoys her time outside with foster mom and dad and our resident dogs. She's still as active and energetic as always. In fact,... read more

Saturday, October 19, 2019

Jethro 19-192

Jethro and Kirby are 8-year-old bonded siblings who were picked up as strays in Iowa. The shelter contacted their owners, who said they didn't want them back. They have been together their entire lives and are... read more

Kirby 19-191

Kirby and Jethro are 8-year-old bonded siblings who were picked up as strays in Iowa. The shelter contacted their owners, who said they didn't want them back. They have been together their entire lives and are... read more

Gabby 19-180

She loves to be with her pack. She loves to play but isn't nuts when she plays. She walks nicely and continues to just be a nice dog all around. She knows commands (no credit here; she came that way). She has a... read more

Gracie 19-140A

Hello to all the Gracie fans out there! Gracie is doing so well after her spay surgery. Gracie’s personality absolutely blossoms with each passing day. She is so playful and such a happy little girl. At 2½... read more

Sadie Grace (Rosie 19-184A)

Rosie was born on July 27, 2019, and sold at an auction on October 5, 2019. She is a little bundle of joy! She is completely healthy except for a minor ear infection which is being treated with drops. She eats... read more

Zoe 19-175

Zoe came into RAGOM after primarily being an outdoor dog. So there have been some adjustments to being an indoor dog. Zoe has a lot of energy. She constantly enjoys playing with toys, playing fetch, and chasing... read more

Friday, October 18, 2019

Gracie (Tracy 19-060A)

Miss Tracy has certainly waited patiently for just the right family to come along and love her. We think she has found her perfect family. Tracy will now be known as Gracie, which is what her foster mom would... read more

Thursday, October 17, 2019

Emma 19-185A

Emma was born on July 27, 2019, and sold at an auction on October 5, 2019. She is a little bundle of joy! Her fur is very fuzzy. She is completely healthy. She eats well and sleeps all night. She will do her... read more

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Red (Carley 18-122)

Carley had an important learning experience this week. We were all in the bedroom. I was reading and the dogs were relaxing. I could hear Carley chewing on something, I thought it was a dog toy. All of a sudden... read more

Lucy (Carrie 08-164)

After 11 years as a member of our pack, we let our Lucy girl go on Oct 3. She had developed Laryngeal paralysis and had a sudden turn for the worse and we knew it was time to let her go and breathe easy once... read more

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Murphy 19-178

Murphy is an 11-month-old purebred Golden Retriever with long curly golden fur. He is physically healthy, but is somewhat fearful of people and larger dogs. He has a sweet personality and loves to play. He is... read more

Cara 18-153

Cara has moved from Iowa to New Ulm, MN. She lived with her first foster in Iowa for a year, and her foster thought it was in Cara's best interest to go to a new foster to continue to make progress. Beautiful... read more

Calvin 19-163TD

Calvin has started to respond to his name, but I’ve been using “Cal,” not "Calvin" as I’ve always liked three-letter names for dogs. He has also learned the "sit" command (thanks to my mentor for working on that... read more

Monday, October 14, 2019

Spencer 19-179

Welcome to RAGOM Spencer! Spencer is a 1½-year-old Goldendoodle. This well-loved pup is coming to RAGOM because his owners wanted him to be placed with a family that could spend more time with him. Spencer loves... read more

Kilo 19-153

Kilo has found his forever home. He will enjoy his days indoors in heat and AC, only going out when he wants. He can explore the large gardens, grass and trees between his frequent naps. In the summer, he can... read more

Barkley 19-176

Barkley is a beautiful English Cream Golden. His owners surrendered him due to his inability to be in a home with children. I have seen his reaction firsthand. He does get extremely uncomfortable and stressed... read more

Sunday, October 13, 2019

Ellie 19-165TD

Ellie came from Turkey a few weeks ago. She had been loved by a family but they couldn't handle the typical Golden Retriever shedding and she was surrendered to a shelter. Ellie is about 12 months old and has... read more

Emma 19-167

I have had Emma for 4 weeks. She came from a commercial breeder and was in really rough shape. She had been bred for 10 years, and you can tell she has had a lot of puppies. I can tell she hasn't had much human... read more

Maya 19-137

Maya has moved to her new forever family! They are wonderful repeat adopters and experienced with these former breeder girls. The B family includes a previous foster girl of mine—Josie 18-043A. The B family says... read more

Friday, October 11, 2019

Polly 19-182A

Polly is one of three sisters who came to RAGOM from a commercial breeding operation. She is a smart, happy puppy who enjoys roughhousing with our 4-year-old Golden. Like all puppies, she is adorable and has... read more

Ford 19-101TD

I'd first like to put out some basic things that Ford is looking for in his forever home. Dog friendly: he hasn't met a dog yet that he hasn't gotten along with! He does prefer playing with dogs more his size... read more

Gabby 19-180

Gabby has settled into our home like she’s been here her whole life. The funniest thing she does is empty the toy box every chance she gets. One toy at a time gets dragged out and played with for a moment, and... read more

Thursday, October 10, 2019

Amber 19-032

Amber has heard about this impending white stuff that is about to fall to the ground and she wants you to know one thing. She is a great footwarmer at night! My feet have never been so warm while sleeping. Amber... read more