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!