Recent Updates
Saturday, February 17, 2018
Last week, Snickers’ foster mom drove to meet her transporter and temporary foster, Scott, and bring her home. Snickers had her little dog bed and blanket and was a good guest and traveler. In the week since...
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Let me tell you about my friend, Fun Finn or “Finnie Minnie!” as I like to call him. Out of all my fosters, Finnie has been my favorite.
He is a Velcro dog that likes to be near his people. He always finds a...
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Friday, February 16, 2018
We were so sad to say goodbye to our beloved Dexter on December 21, 2017. Dexter passed away due to aggressive cancer at the age of 8. He filled our lives with so much joy and is deeply missed. He was a sweet...
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Max was adopted on February 14th, 2018. This is also Valentine's Day and the 33rd Birthday of RAGOM. What a special day for Max!
Max has a new family that will keep him very busy with daily walks, dog daycare,...
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Dawn continues to be the best houseguest! One thing she has always done is she sits immediately at my feet when she comes to me, even if it is just for pets. When I took her to the vet to have her stitches...
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Meet Nelly! Nelly is an 8-month-old female Golden Retriever who was rescued by RAGOM from a commercial breeder auction. She is incredibly sweet, gentle, and loving; and she was saved in the nick of time. Here is...
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Thursday, February 15, 2018
It’s been an eventful two weeks for Mr Koda as he broke a bone in his foot. He was chasing a squirrel in the yard and it just happened. Of course he does run at warp speed! He had a splint on for a week, he...
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Wednesday, February 14, 2018
We wanted to let you know that we had to help Mulligan (Mully) end his time here with us after he was diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma in January. We are so grateful that Mully was a part of our family for eight...
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Monday, February 12, 2018
Noel is recovering from a surgery. She had her toe amputated on her left front paw last week. Her toe was shaped as a long hook and was fixed in that position. She was getting it stuck on things and it was...
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Mia has now been with me for over three months, and she is still progressing very slowly. But at least she is progressing. Everything is still new and scary to her. Noises, cars, and people are among the...
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It has been amazing to help and watch Dakota on his journey and transformation from a shy, shut-down commercial breeder dog to one who will look you in the eyes with a smile and wagging tail. To one that will...
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Sunday, February 11, 2018
I’m Deb H, proud owner of 2 Golden’s from RAGOM. I’m going to give you the basics and then when I have more time will update more of their stories. I’m grieving over both of their deaths right now.
Unfortunately...
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I’m Deb H, proud owner of 2 Golden’s from RAGOM. I’m going to give you the basics and then when I have more time will update more of their stories. I’m grieving over both of their deaths right now.
Unfortunately...
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Cupid has made some major progress on his road to recovery! His thyroid level is back up in the normal range, which means Cupid finally has some energy and now on walks he bounds back and forth with his ears...
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Meet Roco, a stunning male purebred Golden Retriever. Roco came to us from another state and had a long long, ride here to South Dakota. He is 8 years old, weighs 75 pounds, and is a beautiful golden color. Roco...
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We are happy to introduce Riley , nicknamed "Pilgrim" by the breeder as he was born on Thanksgiving Day 2017.
He's a mellow, happy guy who loves toys, treats and towels ! He saw the vet this week , weighed in...
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Friday, February 9, 2018
I am so happy to report that Snickers had her procedure done at the University of Minnesota Vet Clinic yesterday, and all went well. They used two balloons to open up her valve and knock off some adhesions. She...
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There was one day that wasn’t soooo cold that Bobby had to have a bath to help with his itching and scratching. This picture shows how his normally-smooth coat fluffed out. We joke that his tail is the only...
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My sweetest boy, Red, crossed the Rainbow Bridge on January 27, 2018. We had almost seven wonderful years together after I adopted him in July of 2011. He had been fostered by Kris (Nelson, I think).
He was the...
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Thursday, February 8, 2018
Here are some updated photos of Remy. He just turned 11 this past December. He is loving life. He has a NW3 title in nosework and rules the water at the cabin. Still not showing much sign of age other than his...
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Long time since update. Here is a picture of Zelli at 8 years old. She just got her Nosework level 2 title. She is a wonderful dog, we are having a blast together and with her RAGOM brother Remy 07-081, who just...
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It is with great sadness that I write to let you know that I had to help Zadie 14-389 to the Rainbow Bridge on Monday, Feb. 5th.
She started having difficulty going up the steps a few months ago so the Vet put...
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Saturday, February 3, 2018
Today was a big day for Walley, today was his adoption day! Walley is settling into his new life with two fur sisters, also RAGOM dogs, and a mom and dad who will give him everything he will need to live a...
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Vince has been adopted to the L. family! He will enjoy going for lots of walks and swimming in the pool in his backyard. Congratulations!
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