Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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Bunny & Brie!
AGE AT ARRIVAL:
Bunny - Approximately 10 -12 years old
Brie - Approximately 8-9 years old
ARRIVAL DATE: December 31st, 2024
BREED: Golden Retrievers
GENDER: Spayed Females
ADOPTION FEE: $650 for the pair
* Please visit our website to read Bunny and Brie’s full rescue story. Link below.
Hamilton Animal Services picked up a pair of golden retrievers after they were found wandering. Bunny and Brie waited at the shelter for an owner to call or show up to claim them, but nobody came. It was obvious to shelter staff that the dogs had been used for breeding, as both had signs that they recently had puppies. Their teeth were rotten. One of the dogs was suffering from severe urinary infection and her legs were swollen. Their ears were infected and their fur was matted and dirty. These poor dogs were in rough shape.
Shelter staff discovered that the girls are extremely bonded. They stayed close together in their kennel and when outside for bathroom breaks and exercise. If one wasn’t in view of the other, they would panic.
We were happy to get these two sweet girls out of the shelter when a foster home stepped up.
We had them spayed, got them the dental surgery they needed, Bunny was started on medication for Lyme disease, and Brie was diagnosed with a condition called Osteochondromatosis (Multiple Exostoses) This is a rare disorder characterized by multiple bony growths (known as osteochondromas) that arise from the surface of the long bones, vertebrae, and ribs. At this stage, the condition isn’t impeding Brie's mobility, but pain medication has helped with the discomfort it was causing. Brie also had two masses removed from her back. They were benign cystic masses, and thankfully the removal of the masses was curative.
How that both dogs are healed from their surgeries, they're ready for their forever home!
Here’s a note from Bunny & Brie’s foster family:
“These dogs are pure love. They want love and they give love – both consistently. They are attached at the hip. The most bonded pair you’ll meet. You’ll need both hands to pet each one at all times.
They’re velcro dogs. Everywhere you go and everything you do, there are these two goldens. Trying to make dinner? Goldens. Trying to do laundry? Goldens. Walking from one room to another? Goldens. On the toilet? Goldens. They’ve only been with us for a month, so they may become more relaxed and less clingy in their new home over time, but consider yourself warned that you now have two goldens following you everywhere, always.
They are not fans of being left alone, so a home where their humans are home a lot more than they’re out would be best for them. They are not crated when we’re out of the house, and they are mostly very good. But they are opportunists. If there is food in reach on the counter or on a table, they will try to get it. If you leave any kind of paper, tissues, or paper towel within reach, they’ll happily shred it for you. If you have a toilet paper holder that does not hold in the roll securely, they will remove the roll, take it to their bed and happily shred the whole roll for you. Also in danger of being stolen and carried around are socks. Socks on the floor? Not any more! They’re now in Bunny and Brie’s bed being slobbered on. They’re not out to chew your socks to bits, but you may find a new hole or two when you retrieve them. Speaking of slobber, they’re very messy drinkers. A large rug or mat under their water bowl is suggested. They’ll drink a bunch, and then half the water they’ve taken in will pour from their mouths as they walk away. A super fun trait of a lot of dogs, but these two are particularly skilled at it.
Brie hasn’t mastered housetraining as of yet, despite the fact that her urinary infection has completely cleared up. Her ovaries were massive and the pressure of their size was likely causing her to have to urinate frequently. She will still pee out a full bladder, then squat to pee several times afterwards, but just a dribble or nothing will come out. Her vet is hoping now that she is spayed and the huge ovaries are gone that over time this urinary issue will subside. Her hormones were all over the place, and they still need some time to even out. When we aren’t home, Brie is very good about only peeing on the large pee pads that are by the door that leads to the yard. Thank you again so much to the kind folks who donated pee pads when the call was put out! They’ve definitely been a lifesaver. The only time either dog pooped in the house was during the first few days when they came to us, and one other time weeks later when their routine was altered and they weren’t able to be let outside at their normal time. Their adopters will need to be sure a routine is followed to help with housetraining. The housetraining part will be a bit of work, but will very much be worth it.
Feeding in slow bowls is a must, or they will gulp down every kibble at top speed and then throw the whole meal right back up because they ate too fast. They should also be fed at opposite ends of the room, or Brie will eat all her food and then push Bunny out of the way to eat up all her food too. Goldens are allergy prone, and these two are no exception. Bunny was put on a vet prescribed food called Derm Complete when a skin issue was discovered. We’re gradually shifting Brie from her senior kibble to this same diet, as she’s been chewing at her feet as of late. Brie is still on pain meds for her Osteochondromatosis disorder. It’s possible she could be weaned off of them eventually, but her adopters will need to monitor her mobility and keep an eye out for signs of discomfort. As of now though, she runs and plays and rolls in the snow like there’s nothing wrong at all. Bunny is still on meds for Lyme disease, and her adopters will need to do a blood test at their vet in July to see where she’s at. She isn’t showing any signs of the disease at all, so it looks like the meds are doing their job.
Both dogs do have a bit of prey drive, so we’d recommend a home with no small animals or cats. Though they’re seniors, they can still speed towards a running squirrel at high velocity if they spot one, so they need to be watched closely when outdoors. Brie is more outgoing and when in the yard or on a walk, she’ll trot off to explore on her own. Bunny sticks to us like glue, and is normally only one step behind us. If we stop, she stops and sits and looks up at us. Not sure if this was trained into her somewhere, or if it’s a natural behaviour for her, but she doesn’t often stray far from us – other than to do her business. Unless there’s a squirrel in sight. Then she will bolt towards it. When their prey drive isn’t in high gear, they are great listeners and will come when called. You’ll need this recall to keep them from eating their own poop, or each other’s.They don’t eat every poop, but they do attempt it at times.
It goes without saying that they’ll need regular brushing and trips to the groomers. The more you brush them, the less tumbleweeds of golden fur you’ll have rolling around the house.
We’ve never met such loving dogs. They are truly a special pair. Worthy of all the love they will demand from you. If you’re apt to get annoyed and will be swatting away their constant demands for attention, these are not the goldens for you. Pure, unconditional love is what these two are all about. They love each other, and they love humans. They stare lovingly at you and you can feel the love in their eyes. They’ll make the most wonderful friends for the right home.”
Please adopt Bunny and Brie!
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