Available Dogs RUBY GRACE (26-011)

RUBY GRACE (26-011) is a loveable, energetic, and enthusiastic 12-month-old, 60lb golden girl. She is still a puppy and her puppy energy makes her joyful and playful, particularly for a good game of fetch. She has been very good with children, and loves to be cuddled and loved on. Initially, she is submissive to unknown dogs and people but after she warms up, she is curious and interacts well with other dogs and would happily be a follower in the pack. She would be happy to have canine siblings (cats are an unknown) or to be the lone canine in her family. She is quite content to play alone – typically by chewing bones, bandying a ball, or unstuffing toys. Ruby tends to stay near her humans, waiting for a snuggle or a ball to be thrown. Ruby is crate trained and will want to have a crate so that she can retreat when she needs a safe space or a nap.  Although initially hesitant, Ruby has mastered the stairs and runs up and down like a champ.

She knows a few of basic commands (sit, stay), but is still working on her training fundamentals. Like all Golden puppies, she can be jumpy and mouthy and is working hard to learn what is appropriate (e.g., toys) and not appropriate (e.g., hands) to grab with her mouth. Despite her mouthiness, she has not chewed any inappropriate objects other than hands and tissues.  She walks very well on a leash and will happily be a wonderful walking companion. She is always attending to her surroundings, demonstrated by a leash tug if a squirrel is sighted or barking if a package is being delivered. Ruby rides extremely well in cars and is a very happy riding companion. Ruby definitely needs a fenced yard as she wants to get those squirrels. Ruby is looking for a family that will love her, play with her, and give her the attention that she desperately craves. She will reward that family with abundant love and energy!