Shelby Lynn 12-063 [1]

Please welcome Shelby Lynn to RAGOM land. She was surrendered because of a move that she couldn't come along with. Shelby Lynn is a [supposed] 8 year old purebred Golden Retriever. She is petite [compared to my resident] and weighs around 50-60lbs. She is supposed to be spayed. She is a medium gold with blond highlights. A very good looking and fit dog.

Shelby Lynn goes to the vet Monday 2/27 to get up to date and checked out. No vet records came with her so she will get the full treatment. She seems perfectly healthy and has a high energy level especially for a 8 year old. I will update after the vet check .

Shelby Lynn was a bit nervous at the start of the hour ride to home but calmed down after a few miles. I would think this is a temporary thing because of all the changes in her life. More to update on that in the days ahead.

Shelby Lynn met my resident dogs with no real problems. She is not real interested in the house cat or outside cats. No problems with cats.

We went for a long [3 1/2 mile] walk with the residents with no problems. No problems with meeting the neighbor dogs either. She does the Zig-Zag of a hunting dog, so there may be some potential there. She is supposed to love water and swimming. I put Shelby Lynn in a large bathroom while I went to work yesterday and had nothing touched while I was gone. I kept her in the bedroom last night and she slept on the floor just fine. SO said she slept in bed some times. She is supposed to be crate trained but I haven't tried it yet.

Behavior: Shelby Lynn could use some work on jumping up when excited. She is pretty good most times . She seems to be a bit pushy with the residents. That may change after a few days here. Shelby loves to cuddle and will velcro herself to you. She loves to lay in your lap. Shelby Lynn knows how to sit, stay, lay down and shake hands. She has a strong Golden nudge. Loves attention.

Needs of a furever home for Shelby Lynn based on what I know so far:

1. Lots of exercise. She has a high energy level
2. A home with or without other dogs and cats.
3. Lots of personal attention and a little work on manners

If this fits you, please contact your placement adviser. Shelby will be available after the vet check Monday 2/27 if all is good.