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My basic info
Breed
Golden Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type)
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
1 year 5 months old, Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
70 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with dogs
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Meet Kenny, a young male Golden Retriever Mix (possibly mixed with shepherd) who came into rescue after his family didn’t have time for him. Kenny is approximately 1 - 1 1/2 years old and is big, playful, sensitive, and very smart.
Kenny is basically a big puppy. He is a tall boy with a gorgeous coat and long, fluffy tail. When he chases the ball or runs he is a bit klutzy! He hops and pounces on his toys (and his humans sometimes, but he’s learning). He loves to play tug and fetch. He is a smart boy and a fast learner. His foster family is working with him on ‘drop it’, and also on some typical puppy behaviors (being mouthy, jumpy, and pawing for attention).
He needs daily exercise (30min-1 hr, twice a day walks plus play in between). He’s very energetic but will calm down nicely. Mental stimulation in addition to aerobic exercise is important for him.
Kenny can be a bit shy and timid initially. For instance, the first couple days in your home, he may not eat. Then, you may need to sit nearby while he eats. Or, you may need to hold the bowl while he eats.
Kenny LOVES attention and is persistent about getting your attention if you’re not engaged with him (ie, nose-butting you or grabbing your ankles with his paws). He walks very well on leash, with a few gentle reminders along the way. He will pull toward other dogs and maybe a bark or two but redirects pretty easily. This is not aggression but excitement. He does the same with the neighborhood cats.
He is curious and alert when he hears noises around the house. He will alert to it, watch, and cock his head in the most adorable way. New sights and sounds can spook him, so he will need patience and reassurance. If something startles him in the backyard, he will bark, run inside the door…and keep barking toward the outside. He was afraid of the rocking chair, and the black granite fireplace. His foster family is reassuring him by introducing the “thing” again, slowly. They stay near him and let him sniff and explore. This is working well.
Kenny was treated very roughly by his former owners, so earning trust can take some time. To help him, Kenny has spent some time with a positive reinforcement trainer where he learned a lot, including “go to place/bed”, Sit, Down, Ready (ie to receive a cue), being gentle with treats, crate training, etc. He was also evaluated for head, neck & ear handling sensitivity which resulted from his former owners rough handling. He does not like being handled around the neck and ears; and will cower and twirl around if you sneak up from behind. Giving him a cue or alert so he knows you’re there helps a lot. Until he learns to trust, Kenny’s humans will need to go slow with him.
Kenny thinks every human and dog is a play toy for him. He greets by going fast, right up to a dog’s muzzle and nudging, then going in for the play. He also will “belly-down” and crawl to them. Or, he might just do the play bow, and jump right up to start pawing and gnawing on them (a bit fast for some dogs).
Kenny would like a home with active humans and an all-adult home, and also social opportunities to play with other dogs. A yard is important for him as throughout the day he trots around and explores. Someone home more than not – Kenny is smart and will “self-employ” if left alone too long (he gets curious and bored and needs direction). We would like humans who will respect that Kenny needs time to adjust and a continued positive reinforcement approach to be followed to recondition his previous “punishment oriented” training.
If you are interested in Kenny, please complete our adoption application. Questions can be directed to nancy@roversretreat.org
Meet Kenny, a young male Golden Retriever Mix (possibly mixed with shepherd) who came into rescue after his family didn’t have time for him. Kenny is approximately 1 - 1 1/2 years old and is big, playful, sensitive, and very smart.
Kenny is basically a big puppy. He is a tall boy with a gorgeous coat and long, fluffy tail. When he chases the ball or runs he is a bit klutzy! He hops and pounces on his toys (and his humans sometimes, but he’s learning). He loves to play tug and fetch. He is a smart boy and a fast learner. His foster family is working with him on ‘drop it’, and also on some typical puppy behaviors (being mouthy, jumpy, and pawing for attention).
He needs daily exercise (30min-1 hr, twice a day walks plus play in between). He’s very energetic but will calm down nicely. Mental stimulation in addition to aerobic exercise is important for him.
Kenny can be a bit shy and timid initially. For instance, the first couple days in your home, he may not eat. Then, you may need to sit nearby while he eats. Or, you may need to hold the bowl while he eats.
Kenny LOVES attention and is persistent about getting your attention if you’re not engaged with him (ie, nose-butting you or grabbing your ankles with his paws). He walks very well on leash, with a few gentle reminders along the way. He will pull toward other dogs and maybe a bark or two but redirects pretty easily. This is not aggression but excitement. He does the same with the neighborhood cats.
He is curious and alert when he hears noises around the house. He will alert to it, watch, and cock his head in the most adorable way. New sights and sounds can spook him, so he will need patience and reassurance. If something startles him in the backyard, he will bark, run inside the door…and keep barking toward the outside. He was afraid of the rocking chair, and the black granite fireplace. His foster family is reassuring him by introducing the “thing” again, slowly. They stay near him and let him sniff and explore. This is working well.
Kenny was treated very roughly by his former owners, so earning trust can take some time. To help him, Kenny has spent some time with a positive reinforcement trainer where he learned a lot, including “go to place/bed”, Sit, Down, Ready (ie to receive a cue), being gentle with treats, crate training, etc. He was also evaluated for head, neck & ear handling sensitivity which resulted from his former owners rough handling. He does not like being handled around the neck and ears; and will cower and twirl around if you sneak up from behind. Giving him a cue or alert so he knows you’re there helps a lot. Until he learns to trust, Kenny’s humans will need to go slow with him.
Kenny thinks every human and dog is a play toy for him. He greets by going fast, right up to a dog’s muzzle and nudging, then going in for the play. He also will “belly-down” and crawl to them. Or, he might just do the play bow, and jump right up to start pawing and gnawing on them (a bit fast for some dogs).
Kenny would like a home with active humans and an all-adult home, and also social opportunities to play with other dogs. A yard is important for him as throughout the day he trots around and explores. Someone home more than not – Kenny is smart and will “self-employ” if left alone too long (he gets curious and bored and needs direction). We would like humans who will respect that Kenny needs time to adjust and a continued positive reinforcement approach to be followed to recondition his previous “punishment oriented” training.
If you are interested in Kenny, please complete our adoption application. Questions can be directed to nancy@roversretreat.org
We rescue dogs and place them in foster homes until they are ready for adoption. We vaccinate, spay/neuter, microchip, and provide any additional care such as surgery or rehabilitation. We help each dog get ready to be placed in a happy forever home.
Potential adopters are asked to complete an online adoption application and may be visited by one of our volunteers to do a home interview. We aim to find the best fit for each dog's needs.
Our adoption fees range between $400-$1,000 for domestic dogs and those from Mexico. Dogs are assigned an adoption fee based on several factors such as age, breed, health and behavior, amongst others.
For our international dogs from overseas, adoption fees range $800-$2,000. International adoption fees are higher due to the travel and boarding costs, as well as the above-mentioned factors for domestic dogs. These dogs stay in their country of origin for weeks, or sometimes months, prior to being able to travel.
We rescue dogs and place them in foster homes until they are ready for adoption. We vaccinate, spay/neuter, microchip, and provide any additional care such as surgery or rehabilitation. We help each dog get ready to be placed in a happy forever home.
Potential adopters are asked to complete an online adoption application and may be visited by one of our volunteers to do a home interview. We aim to find the best fit for each dog's needs.
Our adoption fees range between $400-$1,000 for domestic dogs and those from Mexico. Dogs are assigned an adoption fee based on several factors such as age, breed, health and behavior, amongst others.
For our international dogs from overseas, adoption fees range $800-$2,000. International adoption fees are higher due to the travel and boarding costs, as well as the above-mentioned factors for domestic dogs. These dogs stay in their country of origin for weeks, or sometimes months, prior to being able to travel.
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Rover's Retreat was born out of a need to be an advocate for dogs who can't speak for themselves. Rover's Retreat dog rescue is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization staffed only by volunteers. All vet bills and costs are covered by tax-deductible donations from people just like you.
Rover's Retreat was born out of a need to be an advocate for dogs who can't speak for themselves. Rover's Retreat dog rescue is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization staffed only by volunteers. All vet bills and costs are covered by tax-deductible donations from people just like you.
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