Seger (Cedar 09-348) [1]

Cedar is an 11 1/2 wk old PB Golden Retriever who came into RAGOM from a breeder who could not sell him due to an undescended testicle. Lucky for him, he doesn't need them anyways as he will need to be neutered at 6 months of age! :) He was born on May 21, 2009 and is a cutie. He seems to be built shorter and stockier but only time will tell what he will look like as an adult.
 
He went to the vet yesterday and weighed 16.6 lbs. He received his 2nd Distemper combo vaccination and got his microchip. He was pretty nervous at the vet but won over the hearts of everyone.
 
Cedar hasn't had a ton of socialization so can be a little nervous around new noises and situations. Even in the 3 days he has been with me I see him getting more comfortable and he tries his hardest to be brave. He likely wasn't exposed to a leash so walks are a new concept. It sometimes takes some coaxing to get him to start moving but he is learning I will not let anything hurt him. He's already learned people are wonderful and seeks out love from people. He is comfortable around other dogs though barking does seem to startle him. If any of the 3 resident dogs start barking....he rushes back to the door to seek comfort inside.
 
Today he met kids (6, 7 1/2, and almost 9 yrs old) and he enjoyed giving them kisses and having them pet him. He is also now showing interest in toys and has retrieved a tennis ball a few times!
 
Right now, things are new for Cedar. This includes car rides and being crated. He is anxious being in a crate but I will continue to show him it is ok and hopefully he will grow comfortable with being crated and even learn to like it. Exposure to these things is what is important.....over and over so he learns they will not hurt him.
 
His forever family needs to be able and willing to continue to expose him and socialize him. They also need to know that puppies are a lot of work. A LOT. They will chew on things, have accidents, and require patience and time. He can not "hold it" for a full work day at this age and needs to not be crated more than 4 1/2 hrs at a time until he gets older.
 
If you are ready for the challenges and rewards of a puppy, please contact your placement coordinator.