Bailey

Update: 10/28/10

Update: 02/26/10:

"Good morning," I say with big, sloppy kisses.
I'm so happy to see you I step in my dishes.
A baby gate is for resting my chin,
And watching the room my people are in.
I love the indoors, everything is so new.
What's that—a remote?  Is it something to chew?

"Good boy" and "Good Bailey,"  I just melt at those sounds.
I'm an overgrown "puppy" weighing 73 pounds.
I know how to "sit", "wait," and walk on a leash.
I'm a really smart fellow, so easy to teach.

Exploring the backyard is great if you're there.
But if you're not, then I just couldn't care.
My big brown eyes will keep you in view.
My happiest times are when I'm with you.

It’s a familiar story. Bailey was an older teen’s best companion—but then the young Golden’s pal headed off to college. The other child in the family just wasn’t interested in caring for a dog, another family member developed bad allergies, and, his owner said, “We’ve had to make him an outside dog and he is unhappy with that.” The family was already thinking about rescue for Bailey—and when, in December, he suddenly had a few seizures, the decision was made for sure. The vet did start him on meds which seem to have everything under  control—but still and all, Bailey needed an indoor home and a family who wanted him & who would be around to help should he need it.

A GRR volunteer headed off to meet Bailey: “Absolutely beautiful young male. Seems to have lots of energy.” And how!  His foster family describes him as exuberant, affectionate, people-oriented, quick to learn—and as “very high energy, big and powerful. He needs a family who can handle all that power and energy!”

After so many weeks alone outdoors, Bailey is really eager to spend as much time as he can with his people. He had a hard time going on walks at first, as he was constantly looking back at the humans! He even wants his family right by his side when he eats. As you might expect, he adores petting. He even likes having his muddy feet wiped off after being outdoors in the wet, and lies quietly while you dry his paws.

As Bailey realizes that the people aren’t going to go away or leave him alone outdoors, he’ll be able to relax more and more. We’ve seen it time and again! He’s already adjusting well to the new household routine, and that will boost his confidence—nothing like having a set of rules to follow to make a fellow feel secure.

Watch for more news as Bailey continues to settle in.

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