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My name is Stormy!

Posted over 3 months ago | Updated over 3 months ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Meet the Pet

4

Approve Application

Adoption fee: $200

This helps Retrieve a Golden of the Midwest with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Golden Retriever
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut - with White
Age
9 years 3 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My personality

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Stormy, a nearly 9-year-old retriever mix with a heart full of love and a personality that’s impossible to resist. While he may not be the typical ball-chasing retriever, Stormy excels in the art of relaxation, preferring short walks, long naps, and hours of sunbathing in the yard. His calm demeanor and food-motivated nature make him an easy companion for someone seeking a low-maintenance, laid-back friend. Though his retriever instincts may not apply to toys, they come to life when treats are involved—he listens well and responds beautifully to reward-based training.

Stormy does come with a few manageable quirks, such as his allergies (corn being one of them), which are kept in check with daily Benadryl and occasional Apoquel. He’s also a champ at tolerating baths, paw washes, and ear cleanings, especially if treats are involved! While he may need a gentle reminder now and then to curb his begging or excitement, he’s eager to please and quick to follow simple commands. Stormy gets along well with other dogs in his foster home and is wonderfully easy to walk on a leash, making him an ideal companion for any lifestyle. One of Stormy’s most endearing qualities is his subtle “talking” bark, a quiet sound to capture your attention, whether he wants to go outside or simply needs a little love. He also has an adorable morning routine with happy stretches and wiggles that belie his senior status. He gets a little anxious around delivery trucks or the front door but has made great progress in training and responds well to commands like “quiet,” especially when treats are involved. With a little patience and understanding, Stormy will continue to thrive in a calm and loving home.

This sweet senior is happiest when he’s lounging near his humans, receiving a good butt scratch, or spending time in his kennel, where he’ll willingly go when tired. Regardless, he brings a sense of peace to every room he inhabits. Whether you have other pets or are looking for a solo companion, Stormy is ready to fill your home with warmth, loyalty, and quiet charm. If you’re seeking a devoted, easygoing friend who will greet you every day with quiet joy, Stormy might just be your perfect match. Want to learn more? Visit his page at https://ragom.org/dogs/stormy-23-197/
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Mary McGowan
Address
5800 Baker Rd, Suite 120, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

Application is screened to meet minimum requirements, and then a vet check is performed. The application is approved when it passes VC.

2.

Interview

Foster families speak with viable candidates. If they are a good match, then a Home visit is done. I

3.

Meet the Pet

If they pass the home visit, they meet the dog along with their resident dogs.

4.

Approve Application

If the meet and greet goes well, the adoption in finalized.

Additional adoption info

We are a foster based program.

Adoption application

More about this rescue

RAGOM is a 501(c)(3) volunteer-based, nonprofit organization operating in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and western Wisconsin. Since 1985, RAGOM has rescued and rehomed more than 9,000 Golden Retrievers and Golden Retriever mixes.

We are passionate about finding loving forever homes for all Goldens and Golden mixes. We value integrity in all our interactions with volunteers, adopters, and donors and we are transparent in our decision-making process. We always operate with each dog’s best interests in mind.

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