Rocky #2653
We fostered Rocky who came to us after being very ill. An awesome volunteer took care of Rocky and did miracles with his recovery. She deserves so much credit for getting Rocky well enough so he could come to us. Rocky was our 9th golden and our 4th from Golden Bond. Several months earlier I was looking at the Golden Bond website and saw Rocky was up for adoption. I said that if we could get another dog, it would be Rocky. We just loved the way he looked. So, you can see our delight when we had a chance to get him.
Rocky did have some health and physical challenges. When we first got Rocky, he had difficulty going up any stairs. But as time went on, there was never a problem. We always used a ramp when he would get in and out of the car. No long walks, but we would start every day by going to the park and taking several short walks. Rocky’s best time was always the morning. He would wake us up by coming to each side of the bed giving us kisses. Than he would get one of his stuffed animals. He came with one and at the end he had over 40 stuffed animals and balls. I think we liked buying them as much as Rocky liked getting them. Whenever I came back from the store, I always had to get one of his toys and put it in the bag. He would just sit there and wait until I give to to him. He seemed to like the stuffed pig the best. He would usually roll all over the rug and pull out all his toys before breakfast. Than it was out to the park. He would run down stairs and do circles because he was so happy.
We loved all our dogs. And all of them were special in a certain way. But Rocky is the most difficult loss. I think with all his challenges we became so close. But most of all he was a loving, sweet dog. We were so lucky to have him in our life. We gave him every day, hundreds of kisses and hugs. He trusted and loved us.
Good bye Rocky, we love you.
Rocky was adopted on April 18, 2016.
Rocky’s Available Story:
I want to let you know about two things. First, since being in Portland, I have been treated for an ear infection and a hot spot. My foster parents give me Zyrtec, but I’m still itchy. My allergies will still need to be worked through.
On the behavior side, I’m really a good boy. I know how to sit to wait for treats or have my leash put on. When my foster parents give me my meals, we’ve been working on staying until I get the go ahead. I love being brushed, and I don’t mind a bath. There are a few things I do that my foster parents think are really funny and cute. When I get excited, I’ll run in circles! During belly rubs, I kick with both feet. If you blow gently in my face, I’ll give you kisses back. I like to charge up before going upstairs, like Sonic the Hedgehog. To sum it up, I’m a loving, mellow, and nice golden boy. Will you give me a furever home?