Clover
Golden RetrieverSingle calm & cuddly 2.5-year-old red-headed female in search of her forever family. Hi! My name is Clover. I didn’t have a name o... show more
Single calm & cuddly 2.5-year-old red-headed female in search of her forever family. Hi! My name is Clover. I didn’t have a name of my own when I was rescued from the puppy mill. Because I’m the color of the spice ‘clove’, my foster moms chose ‘Clover’ for my first name. I like my new name and I learned to answer to it very quickly. I have learned A LOT of new things over the last several weeks – including some basic commands. I’m a pretty smart girl and I’m eager for my forever family to continue working with me. My dream home needs to have a very secure fenced yard – ideally 5-6 feet high and of a material that can’t easily be climbed. Even though I’m happy in my foster home, dogs like me take a while to feel secure in new surroundings. We can get very nervous sometimes and think our best option is to run. So it will be your job to protect me until I fall madly in love with you! I would also do best with another dog who can continue teaching me how to ‘be a dog.’ I like to play with my foster sis, but she is an 18-month-old pterodactyl who definitely does NOT match my play style. She HAS taught me the fine art of begging, though! And she has taught me to enjoy balls, toys and chew things like antlers, sterilized bones and bully sticks. And treats! We get LOTS of treats! Really, she hasn’t been all THAT bad of a companion – I do like sleeping near her and rolling around in the grass playing ‘jaw wars’ with her. But a calmer, more mature dog would be a better companion for me. I really enjoy walks. My foster moms say that I am calm and very polite on a leash. I also ride well in a car and look forward to new adventures as I become more secure. I’m also happy to cuddle on the couch with you and watch movies. I LOVE the Hallmark Channel! I have not been around young children, but because I would do better in a calmer home, I would probably do best with older kids/teens – as long as it’s not too hectic of a home. I have gotten along well with the different dogs I’ve been around (male and female). I had a brief overnight at a house with cats. I honestly can’t critique myself thoroughly when it comes to felines – they look and smell funny so I just left them alone. I think my ideal home would have someone who is home a lot – a retired family or someone who works from home. I’m still unsure about the world and I need lots of support right now while I gain confidence and trust and learn just how great it is to feel love and compassion. Right now, I’m slow to warm up to new people. But once I do, I will be your constant friend who steals your seat, your lap, your blankets and then your heart! And, when I trust you, I talk! I mean, I REALLY talk! My foster moms say I look like a dog, but I sound like a baby walrus! I’m sweet and silly and I know my forever family is out there. Is it you? I would love to spend the holidays together! Love, Clover To be considered for Clover, you MUST have the following: - A structural fence - Patience and willingness to help her keep learning about the world - Another confident dog to help guide her - A family (without young children) who has somebody home frequently If you have an approved application on file and are interested in being considered for Clover, please contact GRRACE at info@grrace.org. You can find our adoption application and guidelines on the Adopt-A-Golden page of our website at www.grrace.org show less
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