Mae is slowly but surely adjusting to the Golden life.  In the last week, she has gained the courage to go up and down stairs on her own, in and out of doors (slowly), and eat food from a bowl.  She loves to play with my resident Golden, Gatsby.  It's fun to watch them run around my yard! If Gatsby is by me, Mae will sometimes bravely walk to me so she can be petted.  Here is a picture of them (Mae is on the left):

New things are both interesting and frightening to her.  When I first turned on the ceiling fan in my bedroom, she jumped back, then watched it in awe.    

Before Mae can be adopted, she will need to be spayed.  She is currently being treated for roundworms and an ear infection as well.  We are also working on potty training.  Mae doesn't have any accidents when she's in her kennel, but still needs to learn not to go in the house.  Mae does not yet walk well on a leash - she gets scared and refuses to move.  The vet did notice a small heart murmur, between a stage 1 and 2.  She said Mae was likely born with it, and didn't anticipate it causing future issues.

Mae needs a family who will be very patient with her.  Another confident dog is required to show Mae what to do.  I'm not sure how she would be with kids, but I think they might scare her.  I do have a cat, but Mae tries to chase her sometimes.  I also think she needs a physical fence to keep her safe.   

This girl has made amazing progress in one week, so I can't wait to see how much she improves!  How can you resist that sweet face?!