Saturday, August 14, 2021

Ree Arrives at Golden Pines

I've been holding off posting this for several reasons - Because a week ago Thursday, we welcomed a four-year-old girl into our household, named Ree. 

Ree comes to us **not** via Lab Rescue, but rather through a series of crazy events that only the cosmos can take credit for. At some point, when the dust settles I will tell you Ree's story, that unfortunately involved people who lied and saw Ree as a way to make money. 

However, I will tell you that Ree's original owner could not keep her because her husband was going into long term care, and to be able to provide for his care, she needed to sell her home. This part of Ree's story is the part that the cosmos arranged, reminding me of what a small world it is, and how connected the dog-community is too; because last year at about this time, I became acquainted with Ree's original owner -- And that's all I can/will say right now. But I will add that I have full ownership of Ree, no strings attached. 

Ree is of course totally oblivious to what is going on around her, and what brought her to us. She's a fun girl, that is getting along pretty well with our crew. The cats however, are a different story. Ree thinks they are great fun to chase, so we're working on curbing that. Aside from cat chasing, and not wanting to instead chase a ball, she has pretty good house manners and is eager for adventure and loves attention. 

~Ree wishing there was no fence between her and Gerry, our outdoor kitty~

At 4 years old, Ree is a bit young for our crowd. And I am looking towards finding a forever home for her on my own, or Lab Rescue if needed. Next weekend, Ree is meeting a long time blogging friend, Jodi from Heart Like a Dog, to see if they are a match. Jodi thinks that Ree may be too young and energetic for her. She's been looking and hoping for a smaller Lab that is a bit older. I totally understand that Ree doesn't match any of that, given that she will be 5 in December, and is a big girl at nearly 90 pounds. But Jodi has agreed to at least meet Ree, and consider her. So, I'm hoping that the cosmos will continue to do their magic, and make them a match! 

21 comments:

  1. Ree looks happy, and as for her troubled past, maybe she can forget all that and enjoy every day with you and the rest of the team.And a small maybe that she will learn to like cats and not see them as a chase target. I like her tail high and ears down, and her face is lovely.

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  2. Hello,
    Ree is a beautiful dog! I have had two Labradors and I know they are full of energy. I hope the meet with Jodi and Dee go well and a match is made. Take care, have a happy new week!

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  3. May the perfect home be up & coming for Ree. What a beautiful girl she is at that! Yes, the workings of the cosmos never fail to amaze me! Neither does your big heart, my friend! ~Andrea xoxoxo

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  4. She has a lot of good years left in her.

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  5. every commenter has already said it!
    she's beautiful. and So Are You.
    will send a prayer to the universe/cosmos that all works out.
    for ALL of you! XO

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  6. She's a beautiful girl and I'm sure you'll find a forever home for her. Who could resist her?

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  7. Ree is a beautiful Lady Lab. What a purrfect profiles she has too. Here's to Thursday last being the first day of the best days of the rest of her life. Cosmos has already worked a miracle just to get her this far. Thank you for stopping by today
    Hugs Cecilia aka mom to Angel Madi

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  8. We're sure you'll find a good home for Ree very soon. She looks like a very good doggie maybe for a family with kids to keep her busy.

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  9. However it happened, I'm so glad Ree is safe and happy with you now. I do hope she and Jodi will be a match!! ♥

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  10. Ree is so lucky to have made her way to Golden Pines. We know you will find a great home for her if she doesn't happen to stay with you forever. Our paws are crossed that maybe she and Jodi will fall in love with each other.

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  11. Always glad when dogs make it to Golden Pines. Not the reasons, but to know they are safe and well loved. Ree is no exception and I hope this young, pretty thing find the perfect place her.

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  12. Paws crossed you find the purrfect forever home for Ree, she looks so sad in her pictures. It's too bad her former owner had to sell her home due to financial reasons and could no longer keep her, we think it's a shame that health issues can force people into not only selling their homes but giving up beloved pets.

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  13. The cosmos is indeed at work. As for Ree, we know her life will be a good one wherever she ends up, whether in a new forever home or with you; with you guiding the path, she will be a happy girl.

    Woos - Lightning, Misty, and Timber

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  14. She has a beautiful face, I think she will be wonderful companion for the right person. I know you will help her find that person.

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  15. Welcome friend Ree, you are spending a bit of time in a great place! Soon the cosmos will line up and find you the BEST forever people! I just know it!

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  16. And...you save another life! Ree is in good hands with you, placed there I feel by God. What a gorgeous girl.

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  17. What a beautiful Lab. Ree is a lucky girl to know you and be with you now. Hope the perfect home turns up and I feel sure it will. You have the biggest heart. Thank you.

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  18. She has a beautiful shiny coat! Sure hope it is a match with your friend!

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  19. Beautiful Ree is . . . in her “shinny black dress!”
    Thinking positive for your meet/match . . .
    Until and if . . . enjoy this young pre teenager!!
    (You are “golden!”)

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  20. Ree is beautiful and somewhere there will be the perfect forever family...be it yours or another one...

    Meanwhile:
    Welcome Ree!

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