Heather 09-275 [1]

Sponsored by: Curtis and Elizabeth G.

    
Heeeere's Heather!  This scared little girl was rescued by the Humane Society from a home with way too many dogs.  She came to RAGOM with several other furbutts. Thank you, Humane Society, for rescuing these beautiful dogs!  The humane society microchipped, de-wormed and spayed her.   She had the mandatory RAGOM vet check Monday.  She is still stinky and can't have a bath until this weekend because of her surgery.  The vet gave us medicated shampoo for her skin itchies.  I'm looking forward to sudzing her up, using the oatmeal conditioner, and buffing her out.  She will sparkle and shine.

When I picked Heather up last week, I was positive they were giving me the wrong dog.  She was only 15.9 lbs and not even knee high.  Heather may not have a drop of gold in her genes but she has the sweet, gentle heart and soul of a golden.  She is beagle mixed with sweetness and spice.

She is unavailable because she is on antibiotics.  We are waiting on a couple tests to determine the cause of a medical issue.  Her potty training is going well.  She doesn't respond to her name or readily accept love and kindness from us yet.  We are taking little steps to develop trust and good human touch.  Consequently, she gets mini massages, extra attention and treats when she responds to her name or does her thing outside.  She is
opening up and trusting a little every day.

Heather has bonded with our resident RAGOM girl, Meg, as the pictures tell...

Our cat, MiMi spends a lot of time on Heather's crate and Meg keeps her company when we are gone or in the evening, before bed.  Heather shadows Meg everywhere outside.

The 3 girls are a team and we are finding it very difficult to break them up.

Heather's needs in a forever family are short:

• Another dog in the home that is patient and gentle with her.   She grew up with many dogs and needs the companionship.
• Heather is the perfect size for a townhome, apartment or condo because of her size and she rarely barks.
• Basic Obedience Class
• A family who will give her unconditional love and work daily with her distrust and fear issues.

That's it.  Thanks for reading about our little girl!