Kelsey

#03-051 Kelsey, update 3/9

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Kelsey’s pal Samson was adopted a week ago, but this perky girl is still looking for a home of her own. Her foster mom sends this report:

 I’m amazed at how well Kelsey has adapted to  being the only dog in the house. Initially, she did seem to be looking around for Samson, but in no time she was back to being her usual self: namely, a happy girl! She seems to be in a good mood all day, every day. Her tail is always wagging, even when she’s just lying down relaxing. I can be talking with someone in the other room, and I’ll hear that tail slapping the floor. It doesn’t take much to get that Golden plume going—all you have to do is look at her! It’s so endearing—and because she’s shorter than many dogs, she can wag away without sweeping everything off the coffee table.

 Kelsey loves to go on walks, and she’s a joy on the leash. She’s quite  dainty about not pottying in public! She prefers to leave her “presents” in her very own yard.  She hangs out with me while I'm on the computer; she chases whatever moves in the backyard, but really loves to chase squirrels. When I leave the back door open, she positions herself so that she can both watch the yard and listen to see if there is something more interesting going on indoors. Clever dog! Another nice thing about Kelsey is that she doesn't shed like Samson did. She has silky red fur, and I’m not sweeping much up.

 I think Kelsey would be fine on her own if she got enough human company; she’d also do well with a laidback, non-dominant male (like her “brother” Samson). She doesn’t seem to like tiny dogs that much, though.

 Friendly, attentive, energetic, and beautifully behaved indoors—sweet Kelsey will make someone the perfect companion.

#03-051 Kelsey, update 1/30

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Here’s the latest on Kelsey:

This just in from Kelsey’s foster mom: “We had a good breakthrough this past Friday night! I was dog-sitting two dogs from the neighborhood and had all four dogs in the living room with me, watching TV. I had Kelsey on a leash, since I can’t always tell when she’ll want to tell someone she is the boss.  But she settled down very well and didn’t seem to mind sharing the house with two more dogs. She did want a little more petting during that time, so maybe she’s insecure around other dogs until she gets to know them.  I was thrilled with how she behaved! Another cute behavior of the dogs together: Kelsey will go up and start washing Samson’s head. One time it seemed like she did it for more than 5 minutes! And he just lay there and let her to it.

#03-051 Kelsey, update 1/10

“She is a go-getter!” says the vet. At Kelsey’s recent check-up (where she was given a clean bill of health), he was amazed at how youthful she looks—much younger than her 10 1/2 years. And her foster mom confirms that she loves to go on outings. “She’s very good on leash, very quick with instructions, just a joy to walk.”

Kelsey loves to tote her ball around in the house, and will bring it to you to elicit a little game of fetch. You can take it easily from her mouth, and now she’s also learned to drop it when asked to do so.

This little gal is wonderful with children, and calmly stands for pets and attention. As for other dogs, she does need controlled meetings with those she hasn’t met before, “but I think she is improving.”

Friendly Kelsey likes to follow you around the house and lie contentedly at your feet; she’s not pushy for affection, but she does like to be close by. She is a quick learner and a great companion.

#03-051 Kelsey, age 10

Weight: 46 pounds

 Kelsey first came to GRR 9 1/2 years ago, as a half-grown pup from the San Antonio pound. She arrived in our care the second time just a few weeks ago, when her family called in tears: they needed to make an immediate move to Chicago to care for ailing relatives, and simply did not know what their living arrangements would be. Ultimately, theydecided the best thing for their two GRR Goldens would be to return them to us for rehoming. And in late November, Kelsey and her “brother” Samson (close in age, but no relation to each other) moved into their foster home.

Kelsey’s foster mom sends this report:

 Say hello to little Kelsey! She’s petite at 46 pounds – a full twenty pounds lighter than her pal Samson. She’s the “alpha” in the relationship, though, and he happily defers to her. And she did well with another mellow male Golden her family had earlier, as well. In walking her around the neighborhood and seeing how she responds, I just get the sense she is a little unsure about unknown dogs. I think she could do well with another dog in the home, as long as it was the right dog (calm, non-alpha personality) and as long as her new family understands that she’ll need time to adjust.

 Kelsey gets along with cats; she lived with a kitty in her former home. She is learning that the cat in THIS house doesn't want her to be too friendly, though!

 Kelsey may be ten years old, but she seems lots younger!—both in looks and energy. She loves to carry her tennis ball around, engage in a good game of fetch, and go on brisk walks (she’s a good walker on lead, too).

 She is a calm girl—she loves attention, but she doesn’t demand it. And from the very start, Kelsey adjusted to her new home and family. She sleeps in her crate without a fuss. She is a good eater (not possessive about her food dish) and a gentle treat taker. She follows me from room to room and likes to lie at my feet. She likes being brushed and petted. She has let me trim her hair and nails without a fuss. Anyone who wants a friendly, quiet companion who still has plenty of pep for walks and fetch will be so happy with Kelsey!