Lacey 15-279

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In addition to LOVE this dog has the following requirements:
Entered Foster Care Fence Kid Friendly Another Dog Cat Friendly
 10-24-2015  Not required Age 10+ Optional   No
This is the most recent information available; however, it may change as we learn more about the dog.

 

Lacey is a really sweet gentle 9 yr old Purebred Golden who is spayed, dark red in color.  She weighs 63 lbs.  She had her first check up at the vet today and is now up to date on all her shots and had a heartworm treatment and flea and tick applied.  She rode well in the car.  She walks well on a leash.  She is not in a fenced yard but on a tie out and gets along fine.  We have a resident Corgi dog and 2 cats.  She pays no attention to the dog but does like to chase and bark at the cat.  They have been nose to nose and there has never been a problem.  She does not play with toys but loves her Kong, especially if it is full of peanut butter.  The only time I have heard her bark is at the cat.  Our other dog barks when someone comes around but Lacey does not.  She just perks up waiting to see who comes in.  She does not jump on people or lick them. She sleeps on a dog pillow at the foot of my bed.  When she needs to go outside, she will come sit by you put her paw up and talk.  She does drag her right leg sometimes and may need an x-ray.  She is a really sweet dog.

At a Glance #15-279

Golden Retriever Born: June 2006
Female 55 lbs

Status: Adopted

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In addition to LOVE this dog has the following requirements:
Entered Foster Care Fence Kid Friendly Another Dog Cat Friendly
 10-24-2015  Not required Age 10+ Optional   No
This is the most recent information available; however, it may change as we learn more about the dog.

 

Lacey is a really sweet gentle 9 yr old Purebred Golden who is spayed, dark red in color.  She weighs 63 lbs.  She had her first check up at the vet today and is now up to date on all her shots and had a heartworm treatment and flea and tick applied.  She rode well in the car.  She walks well on a leash.  She is not in a fenced yard but on a tie out and gets along fine.  We have a resident Corgi dog and 2 cats.  She pays no attention to the dog but does like to chase and bark at the cat.  They have been nose to nose and there has never been a problem.  She does not play with toys but loves her Kong, especially if it is full of peanut butter.  The only time I have heard her bark is at the cat.  Our other dog barks when someone comes around but Lacey does not.  She just perks up waiting to see who comes in.  She does not jump on people or lick them. She sleeps on a dog pillow at the foot of my bed.  When she needs to go outside, she will come sit by you put her paw up and talk.  She does drag her right leg sometimes and may need an x-ray.  She is a really sweet dog.

Updates

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Hello again! We've been busy with doctor appointments since Lacey's last update. We have good news to report, Lacey has been cleared to be adopted! Although Lacey has some instability and weakness in her rear limbs, she can get around just fine. She is able to go for short walks, chase tennis balls and run around as you would expect her to. Lacey's doctor thinks her rear limb issues are due to a possible disk protrusion or disk bulge in her spine. This is something Lacey will manage with medications, it is unlikely that surgery will remedy the rear leg instability/weakness. Her front legs and neck are completely normal. Lacey is currently taking 2 medications and is very happy and comfortable! She will need to stay on these medications for the rest of her life, but they are inexpensive, common medications. Lacey's quality of life is not hindered by her spinal issue, she can walk strongly on her own and is only slow going down stairs or on slippery floors. She walks just fine on the wood floors in our home now that she is comfortable on them. I do keep a few small rugs near the stairs so she doesn't slip coming down and she does great! 

Lacey is a very playful 9 year old, who loves people! She also loves other dogs, as long as they are not too "jumpy" near her. 

As mentioned in previous updates, Lacey is a pleasure to have around. She has free roam in our home at all times, she is fully potty trained, does not jump on people or furniture, sleeps through the night on her dog bed and is never destructive in any way. She loves to be near her humans. I do not have a fenced yard and Lacey knows the boundaries, she stays near us when we are outside. Lacey walks great on a leash too.  The only time she barks is if the doorbell rings, and it's not excessive at all. She is a sweetheart who loves to snuggle up and rest her head on our shoulders, it's her way of giving hugs! She loves to be brushed and our groomer says she is "a joy" to groom and bathe. Lacey had her teeth professionally cleaned by our vet in December, she was also seen by an ophthalmologist who said her eyes look great. She does have one minor cataract in her right eye, but that is completely normal for a dog her age. 

Everyone who meets Lacey just loves her and you will too! Please contact placement if you would like to meet Lacey!

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

My apologies for the lag in updates for Lacey again! We had our visit with the eye specialist a couple weeks ago and I'm happy to report that there are no major eye issues. Lacey does have a small cataract forming in her right eye (which is not uncommon in dogs her age). She also has a tiny adhesion inside her left eye, which is most likely scar tissue that formed from a prior injury. Nothing that would affect her vision at all. Otherwise her eyes looked great! 

The next step will be determining what is causing her rear leg instability and back pain. I will be taking Lacey to the U of MN veterinary clinic to see a neurologist later this month. I'll be posting the results on the next update. Thanks for your patience as we take care of all of miss Lacey's medical concerns! 

She has been enjoying all the snow, we've been going for walks at nearby parks and playing in the yard. Lacey really enjoys being outdoors when the weather is nice. 

She still amuses us with her silly quirks, she makes the funniest "talking" sound when she wants something. She loves attention and puts her paw up so we can hold it while we pet her. She's so sweet! 

Lacey does have a very thick, soft coat and she does shed quite a bit, as do most Golden Retrievers. She loves to be brushed and I do that almost daily. She looks so pretty! 

Lacey is still a very laid back, relaxed girl. She just loves laying on her dog bed, especially when the warm fireplace is on. She's perfect for a family who prefers a less energetic dog.  She still has a playful side, but she is happy just lounging around most of the time.

We're relieved to keep getting positive results regarding all her medical concerns, we just have one more to take care of! I'll keep the updates coming as soon as possible regarding her legs/spine. 

If you are interested in meeting Lacey please contact your placement advisor! 

Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Merry Christmas from Richard Smith Merry Christmas from Richard Smith

Monday, January 4, 2016

First of all we would like to Thank Richard S. for the donation to Lacey, we appreciate your generosity! 

Lacey has been busy with vet appointments over the last month and we apologize for the overdue update.

A lump was found on Lacey's right rear leg, after further examination by the veterinarian it was determined she needed the lump removed. Lacey had surgery on Dec. 23rd to remove the lump and have it biopsied. The results came back last week and the mass was benign! Great news! Lacey is recovering wonderfully and her incision is almost fully healed. She also has an appointment with an eye specialist next week. Lacey's vet noticed some spots her pupils, we are going to have them checked out to make sure everything is normal. We will post another update when we know the results. 

As mentioned in the previous update, Lacey still has instability in her rear legs, the vet thinks this is due to a nerve impingement in her spine. Additional vet appointments will be needed to assess her spine issues as well. 

After all that, Lacey is still as happy as can be. She loves playing in the fetch with her tennis ball in the snow, and going for walks when the weather permits. She loves lounging on her dog bed by the fireplace! She is such an easy going dog. 

Lacey enjoyed the Christmas holiday, she unwrapped some new dog treats and a squeaky Kong tennis ball. Everyone who meets Lacey comments on what a sweet dog she is! 

More updates to come after Lacey's vet appointments....

Monday, November 23, 2015

Lacey has been with us for over a week, and she is such a sweet girl! Lacey wasn't too fond of the cats at her previous foster home so she is now being fostered in MN. Lacey will need a home with no cats, but she gets along with other dogs wonderfully! Lacey loves her long naps in the sun, going for walks and playing with her Kong toy. 

She walks beautifully on a leash and likes to meet new people while out walking. She prances when she walks, it's like she telling everyone "look at me, I'm so fabulous!".  She cannot walk for very long distances since her back legs tire out and she sometimes drags her back feet. Lacey had a visit with the vet to try and figure out what is causing her leg problems, but it is unclear at this time and further testing will be done soon. Due to the fact that she may have pain in her rear legs/back she would do best in a home with older children. She is slow going down stairs and isn't fond of walking on my wood floors. Rugs or carpeted floors would be best. 

Lacey is an easy going, happy dog who loves people. As her previous foster mentioned she "talks" and puts her paw on you when she needs to go outside to the bathroom, or if she wants to be petted. She'll give smiles too! 

We let Lacey have free roam of our house when we are gone, no crate needed! She is usually lying on one of her dog beds when we return home. Lacey does not jump up on people, does not get on furniture or beds, and does not need a fence. She has great recall and likes to stay near her people. She likes to play with a tennis ball, she will pounce and jump on the ball. She listens very well and knows basic commands (sit, stay, come). 

If you are looking for a gentle, loving dog, Lacey's your girl!

More updates to come regarding her rear legs after the next vet visit. 

Stay tuned....