When I am extra happy, my tail curls over my back and I wag just the tip. I have a thick fluffy coat which makes me look bigger than my sixty-six pounds. My foster mom says I am a golden retriever most likely mixed with a little something else. I think that blend makes me a very handsome dude.
Age is just a number to me because I am very energetic and seldom have the need for a senior citizen nap. I am a healthy guy and have no hint of age related arthritis or joint issues. When invited, I eagerly jump into the car unaided and wait to join in any adventures my family has planned. I sleep contently through the night and don’t stir until the family gets up and then I’m ready to roll! Since I am in my middle years, I don’t have to be under constant scrutiny like a younger pup. At my age, I can be trusted not to touch things that aren’t mine and my potty habits are reliable. My foster family says that I am “a joy” to leash walk and I also love to run freely at the dog park. Toys don’t really interest me, but I do enjoy an occasional chew on a good bully stick.
Since I moved in with my fur foster sibs Nelly and Parker, I have learned to understand an unspoken dialect called “Dog Language”. After being on the receiving end of a few growls and snarls, I now comprehend the unspoken clues they give me when I sniff them inappropriately or get too close to a bone they have. Presently, we get along much better and I am an accepted pack member!
My original owner took me to puppy obedience classes, but I definitely need a refresher course on basic skills like “sit” and “come”. Until I learn to respond to commands a little better, I will need a fenced yard or be kept on a leash in open areas so we don’t get into a game of chase. I am a very nice guy who loves to be close to my humans and look forward to becoming a loyal companion to a family who falls in love with my outgoing personality and sweet freckled face.
Male
9 Years Old
Orvis Great Giveback Days - Donate Today!
Your purchase of great merchandize such as shirts, blouses, slacks, jackets and dog furniture and supplies at the Orvis Lombard store generates a $10 donation to As Good as Gold through the end of September! The program is off to a wonderful start, recording $650 in donations at the half-way mark! Help us make this a real success!!!
Here’s how it works:
Every customer donating $10 to As Good as Gold receives $10 off their Orvis purchase. That’s a hard to beat deal! You’ll want to check out their great line of men’s and women’s clothing, and – most importantly – dog supplies!!! Tell your friends. This is a painless way to support our dogs in need while building a fall wardrobe.
You’ll receive a coupon when entering the store asking you to donate $10 off your regular priced item to As Good as Gold. Present this coupon when making your purchase. Your purchase will be reduced by $10, which will be donated to AGaG. You can pay by credit card, check or cash.
The Orvis store is located at 306 Yorktown Center, Lombard, Illinois 60148. This is in the heart of the Yorktown Shopping Mall. Phone is 630-932-6573. Store hours are 11 am until 6 pm every day except Sunday. Sunday hours are 12 noon until 4 pm.
Bring your golden retriever … Orvis is dog friendly!