Knute 08-459 [1]

Hello, Everyone! I would like to introduce Knute (It's pronounced "K-noot". It rhymes with "flute"). He is a 4 1/2 year old PB golden that weighs 70 pounds. He has a beautiful, dark golden coat and spectacular amber eyes. He is kind of camera shy, so we are still trying to get some good pictures! Knute went to the vet to get checked out on Monday, Oct. 6th and rode in the car wonderfully. He just sat down and enjoyed the ride! He is up to date on all his shots and heartworm/fecal tests all came back negative. Yeah! Knute went back to the vet on Thursday, the 10th to get neutered. The surgery went well and he is taking it easy for the next 10 days until he is fully healed.

Knute came to RAGOM after living in a garage most of his life. He did have an older "golden" brother, but that dog lived inside. Knute is working on some social skills with the resident dog, Savannah. He is a very sweet dog and would definitely be a GREAT only dog for a family out there. Is that you?

Let me tell you a little bit about Knute... Knute really enjoys being around people. He likes to pick up your hand with his nose as to say "Pet me, please." Knute loves to go on walks and does a nice job on the Gentle Leader. He will carry around a tennis ball like it's a pacifier...too precious! Knute knows his name and "sit" very well. He will also come when he is called, but I think that's more because he wants to be around people! Knute only had a couple accidents in the house and that was really FM's fault. For the most part, he does a quiet whimper to signal he would like to use the restroom. Once he is outside, he goes quickly. Knute is not crate trained, but does well in the mud room with a baby gate while foster mom and dad are at work. He doesn't counter surf and allows foster mom and dad to eat dinner in peace. Knute has been sleeping on the floor of our bedroom and hasn't tried to jump onto the bed. He just curls up and goes to bed right next to us. He has been around a few kids ages 6-12 and did very well. Cats and smaller children are unknown at this point. Knute's forever home would probably be one where he is the only dog. He just wants all the attention that a human family can give! His foster home doesn't have a fence, so he is on a tether when outside. I'm sure he would love a house that has a fence so he can be free to explore, but it is not necessary.

We have only had Knute for a week, but have already seen what a wonderful dog he is. He is all things golden: beautiful, sweet, happy, playful. Need I say more? If you would like to meet Knute, please contact placement.