Recent Updates

Sunday, July 8, 2018

Miki has been recovering from her knee surgery. She is on limited activity, which is frustrating for both of us. She can take about-15-minute walks and has to go slow. She wants to do more, but is not ready for... read more
Jimi went in for her spay surgery on May 23rd as scheduled. The vet called me because as they were preparing her for surgery, they discovered that she had a level 5 (out of 6) heart murmur. He wouldn’t continue... read more
We're very pleased to introduce you to Carley, a lovely smaller Golden who weighs 50 pounds and has beautiful dark gold—almost red—fur. Carley is about 3 years old and learning the joys of household living after... read more

Friday, July 6, 2018

I finally got my surgery. Dr. Rose and his team were great, but I couldn’t wait to get home. This whole surgery thing is totally overrated. read more
Chief has been with us for a little more than a week but has quickly warmed up to Foster Mom and Dad. He responds to come, sit, heel, and in general wants to please. He loves to cuddle up with someone on the... read more
The week before Memorial Day, RAGOM received a call about a very young Golden girl who had given birth to a litter of puppies. She and the puppies were hiding under a trailer on the White Earth Reservation.... read more
Beautiful June hit the jackpot! She was adopted today by a lovely family with a lot of dog experience, great kids, and a dog ready to show June the ropes. She is going to learn about going on daily walks, dog-... read more

Thursday, July 5, 2018

Zoe 18-077 was adopted on June 22 to the A. family. She is now known as Skye and has a big fur sister named Berit (Becky 10-206). So, Miss Skye really struck gold with the A. family as they are previous RAGOM... read more

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Recently, we were walking at Long Lake Park. We were paying more attention to an approaching person with a dog and devising our walking plan and not really looking Bobby. Suddenly, we heard this strange noise,... read more
Maxwell Silver Hammer is enjoying his quiet Golden Life with his foster dad and foster brother Duke 12-257. They get along great and swap food bowls regularly. He still is extreme in his attempt to be loved, but... read more
Hi RAGOM friends, I have struggled to write this over the last couple of months but need to let you know that we have said goodbye to Cedar (aka Shannon 07-545). She was diagnosed with a melanoma in her nose in... read more

Monday, July 2, 2018

We welcomed Cassie into our home on Sunday, June 24. She has visited the vet and is in very good health. She has ear infections in both ears, a lot of tarter on her teeth, but all in all she is in great health.... read more

Sunday, July 1, 2018

We saw Dr. Robert George last week, a doggie cardiologist at Oakdale, for my broken heart. They were really awesome there, and had lots of nice people to help me. In fact, I made new friends right as soon as I... read more
River has started to figure out this "Golden" life. She is quite the character, and I have nicknamed her "Happy Feet." When she is excited I’m home, about breakfast or dinner, or even sometimes just a treat she... read more

Saturday, June 30, 2018

Libby 18-124 is a ten-year-old female Golden Retriever that came in from a humane society in Iowa. She is 88 pounds and working on losing weight. She has ongoing medical issues that require daily upkeep. Miss... read more
Gunner has found his forever family! His new home is on a lake. He will not only get to swim, but also go on walks, play tug-of-war, and have lots of love and attention. Gunner happily greeted the L. family when... read more
Apollo has been in foster care for a week now and he is doing so well. Apollo craves structure and someone to help him with his confidence. He is very sweet and wonderful. He is a prototyical Golden - happy,... read more

Friday, June 29, 2018

After receiving many great applications, Gunner helped hand-pick a wonderful young couple who couldn't be any kinder or more excited to add another fur-child to their family. Winston, the chill cat, may take... read more
Hi, all! Foster Mom thought it was time for me to give a little update on my progress – so here goes! I’m happy to report that I'm doing well at learning how to be a dog just like my friends, Paddy and Nicole. I... read more

Thursday, June 28, 2018

Hey folks! Well, it's been a while since this girl checked in. I've interviewed a few families, but there hasn't been a genuine match.  I’m looking for someone (or someones) who would like to spend time at home... read more

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Jenna is a beautiful 4-year-old (date of birth: April 5, 2014) girl who came to us as a breeder surrender. Her last litter was about eight weeks ago. She is adapting to her new home with grace and resilience. It... read more
Izzy has been adopted by a wonderful couple. She is having a great time with a year-old fur sister who will teach her so much. Izzy has a fantastic set of parents who will love her wiggle butt and her happy... read more
Hi, everyone! Just little ol' me sending in an update. I continue to be a busy, busy girl. I now go to doggie daycare twice a week so I can run and play and make new friends. Between that and playing with my... read more

Monday, June 25, 2018

It’s my birthday! I’m two years old today and it was a great day. It started with chicken chew snacks in the morning and ended with a Frosty Paw after dinner. I am so glad RAGOM rescued me. read more
Indie has been a wonderful foster dog in our home. He hasn’t met a dog or human he doesn’t love. Indie loves to play and run around outside as well as go for walks. He has no problem settling down though and... read more