Murphy (Jarek 09-462) [1]

From Laura Kreun 

June 13, 2012

I think I hit the foster jackpot with this guy!! Murphy (original RAGOM name is Jarek) is a 76 lb Golden Retriever mix who was returned to RAGOM due to a change in his family situation. Murphy is almost 3 years old (DOB 7/4/09). He is being fostered in St. Anthony. He is the sweetest dog I have ever met!! He will meet you with tail wags and roll over for a belly rub.

• LOVES kids! Would probably be best with older (8 and up) kids due to his size.
• LOVES other dogs!! My resident dog is a 15lb dachshund. Their size difference makes playing a bit difficult. Murphy would do best with a mid to large size dog.
• No counter surfing
• Stays off the furniture
• Very well trained. Understands sit, stay, no, leave it, etc.
• LOVES toys!! The squeakier the better!!
• Rarely barks—didn’t bark when someone came to the door
• LOVES to be outside. We have a fenced yard, not sure if he would stay w/o a fence.
• LOVES walks! He needs some work when it comes to walking—tends to pull. A Gentle Leader might solve that issue. (The one I have is too small for him.) He might be a good jogging buddy.
• Respects baby gates and can be left home alone with no issues.

Murphy is looking for a family that will play with him and give him exercise. He was at the vet yesterday and he is in great condition. His vaccines were brought up to date and he is ready for his forever home!