Recent Updates

Thursday, February 21, 2019

Rose is the sweetest of girls. She’s playful and spunky, yet cuddly and a love bug. Rose is in her second obedience class at Twin Cities Obedience Training Center and doing great. We’re working hard on loose... read more
Our newest foster, Crystal, arrived at the RAGOM office on one of Minnesota’s snowiest weekends. It’s now a few weeks later, and Crystal has been through a few rough patches, not because of the ice, but just for... read more
Rocky is house and kennel trained and thrives with a consistent routine and environment. He is kenneled during his foster parents’ workday and does fine, but would love a forever home that wouldn’t leave him... read more

Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Ollie came into RAGOM’s care along with several other dogs when their owner could not adequately care for all of his dogs. He is a smaller dog of about 40 pounds. Ollie is very sweet, has not lived in a home and... read more
We welcomed precious Pansy into our home a little over a week ago and she didn't realize that when her world as she knew it was turned upside down, that it would be for the better. She was scared, smelly, and... read more
This week I have some pictures of Abby outside and showing more activity. She continues to gain confidence. read more

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

Our hearts broke on Tuesday, January 29, 2019 as we had to say goodbye to our sweet, beloved boy, Joey and it’s with huge holes in our hearts that we send this email notifying RAGOM of the GReat loss of the most... read more
Finn is loving the snow and is totally at home at the dog park chasing balls and playing with the other dogs. When it is time to be inside he commandeers the sofa as his own dog bed where he can monitor the... read more

Monday, February 18, 2019

Marty is scheduled for a follow-up vet visit shortly. Hopefully, at that time, we will learn more about the status of his Lyme disease. We will provide details as they become available. On a more immediate basis... read more
Rosie had a happy 7th birthday. She enjoyed her special birthday cake, which she shared with her best buddy/resident dog. read more
Sally’s been adopted by the T family!  read more

Sunday, February 17, 2019

Miss Maple has been doing well in foster care. She has been busy this month attending RAGOM Meet & Greets. She went to the Shakopee Chuck & Don's event on February 2, and the Lakeville Wag 'n Wash today... read more
On my, here is our baby girl Bailey's final entry from her foster family. Bailey met the most wonderful adoptive family and fur brothers, and now Miss Bailey has a mom and a dad of her own! It was a great day to... read more

Saturday, February 16, 2019

Ginger had a great time at the Meet & Greet today—she met lots of nice people and went up to everyone for pets. read more
Welcome to RAGOM my beautiful Joey. Joey is such a loving and sweet boy. He loves to be beside you and put his head in your lap and watch TV and howl with the sirens. Joey has only been here a short while but he... read more

Friday, February 15, 2019

Please welcome Greta to RAGOM! Greta is a handsome Golden Retriever who came from a commercial breeding operation. She is already responding to her new name. She has been in her foster home for almost two weeks... read more
In the last two weeks I’ve noticed even more positive changes in Norman. He’s so much more relaxed at home and he is a very heavy sleeper now, which makes me believe he’s comfortable. He has not shredded any... read more
I have to apologize for the late update. Time has gone by so fast as we keep busy clearing snow! I have to keep a path plowed in the back yard for my 12-year-old resident Golden, while Kara loves to leap through... read more

Thursday, February 14, 2019

Sugar is ten weeks old now. He is a big boy who loves to play with his siblings. Sugar was adopted today. Congratulations to the S family as you welcome your new boy home! read more
Sweet Annie is back with RAGOM and we are so lucky to have her! Annie first came to RAGOM  a couple of years ago as a retired breeder and soon after found a loving home. Her adoptive mom gave her a wonderful... read more
Abby came to live with me last week. She moved from another foster home as she needed to be in a home with other dogs. Abby has been through many changes in the last few months. The first two days at my house... read more
Chip is ten weeks old now. He is still a big boy. He loves to play and is very sweet. He was adopted today. Congratulations to the S family on their new addition. read more
Fig Newton is ten weeks old and doing great. He was adopted today and will have a dog sibling and two kid siblings to play with and learn from. Congratulations to the B family on your new family member! read more
Teddy is ten weeks old now. He is as sweet as ever and gets along great with his siblings. Teddy was adopted today. Congratulations to Laura and Kevin on your new little one! read more

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Doogie, the most affectionate cuddle buddy, has joined his forever family. He and his new sister are going to have a great time playing together. His new dad has plans to take him to training and I know he will... read more