2-3 YO GORGEOUS Golden in Gastonia NC

Jax's Mom · Oct 4, 2011

This boy looks like he can be pulled by RESCUES ONLY. He needs a chance! If anyonw is interested in this guy, please click on the links and there are directions on who to contact and how to go aboutit. If you need help, I will help in any way I can.

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The Animals of Gaston County Animal Control

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6318

Type
DOG

Sex
MALE
Breed RETRIEVER X Color BROWN
Cage # ISO13 Age 2-3 yr Adopt/Rescue/ Euthanasia Date 10/09/2011
OWNER RECLAIM ONLY Admitted Date 09/30/2011
Area Pickup:
RIVERMONT DR, GASTONIA

HERE IS THE THREAD ON FACEBOOK ON HIM WITH SOMEO IMPORTANT INFORMATION IF YOU ARE INTERESTED. INFORMATION ON HIM HAS BEEN FORWARDED TO THE LOCAL RESCUES ETC..

.andi Richey Gordon Anything on this baby?
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Karen Hawker Gorgeous dog! Sharingabout an hour ago · LikeUnlike · 1 personLoading...

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Denise Barba Geary What does Owner reclaim only mean? He can't be adopted out yet..stray hold? Ginger Rafti Caramico and Betty Emery tagging youabout an hour ago · LikeUnlike

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Karen Hawker Usually a 72 hour hold after intake. I would think the dog would be available on Oct 4th.about an hour ago · LikeUnlike

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The Animals of Gaston County Animal Control Owner reclaim only means that only the owner may reclaim the pet. Usually this is the status when the staff at the shelter deem a dog too dangerous for personal adoption. In some cases a 501c3 rescue can pull the dog, but they need to let the shelter know of their interest immediately.44 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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Betty Emery WTH? This is a GOLDEN RETRIEVER! PURE GOLD! Let me contact the Pres of the NGRRA and the other rescues! Denise, you tagged Ginger, right? Any response yet?26 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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Betty Emery I will tag Luisa too.25 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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Betty Emery No tag button or am I blind again?25 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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Betty Emery Here we go again with the Golden fear being so high they are deemed as dangerous? Goldens are not dangerous only scared ********!23 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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Luisa Hindle OMG Look at this gorgeous boy! He needs OUTTA THERE!19 minutes ago · LikeUnlike · 1 personLoading...

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Betty Emery NC Golden Rescues cannot be contacted if there are no tag buttons on the thread. His picture will not copy. Is there a phone or email address for contact in Dallas NC?19 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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Luisa Hindle why does it say owner reclaim only??? Where is this shelter?18 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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Luisa Hindle He needs someone to take the time to take him outta his cage and evaluate him after that.

Hoping one of the local rescues will do that.15 minutes ago · LikeUnlike · 1 personLoading...

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Betty Emery Thanks for the second on the motion. I am unsure where Dallas NC is located. Read the posts above ours, about the owner reclaim thing. I will be contacting the shelter tomorrow am.13 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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Betty Emery Allrighty then, I got the info copied and also the picture of this boy! I need a phone number, someone anyone! I can get it in another email asap! to both the NGRRA and another of their affiliates in SE PA that will forward to other Golden rescues as well. so..DON'T LET THEM KILL HIM.7 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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Betty Emery Luisa can you post on the Golden forum?7 minutes ago · LikeUnlike · 1 personLoading...

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The Animals of Gaston County Animal Control A dog's breed does not determine his personality. All dogs are individuals and must be assessed on an individual basis. I'm not saying one way or the other about this guy, but him being a Golden Retriever has nothing to do with anything.

P...LEASE ONLY CONTACT THE SHELTER IF YOU ARE A 501c3 RESCUE! The shelter is very short staffed and can not handle a huge influx of calls coming in for a dog who is not able to be adopted.

I don't know what the deal is with the tagging, it's nothing on my part that makes it go away. Once again, Facebook fails!

Dallas, NC is about 40 minutes outside of Charlotte. No one is allowed, by law, to take him out and evaluate him because he is in bite quarantine. After his quarantine period is up I would be happy to behavior evaluate him. I can also try and find out the circumstances of the "bite" and if the owners have signed him over yet. I will do that tomorrow! Is there anything else anyone wants to know that does not involve interacting with him?See More
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Luisa Hindle yes Betty I sure will....so you are contacting the local Golden rescues?4 minutes ago · LikeUnlike

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The Animals of Gaston County Animal Control ‎@Betty, here's a link to the email template so people can easily share with rescues (has some helpful info):https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=200232003368951

And here are the rescuing procedures: https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=172946202764198about a minute ago · LikeUnlike

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Sophie_Mom · Oct 4, 2011

Oh, I hope someone can/will help this boy! He looks so sweet and so scared!

CAROLINA MOM · Oct 4, 2011

He's beautiful-any additional details on the following info:

Dallas, NC is about 40 minutes outside of Charlotte. No one is allowed, by law, to take him out and evaluate him because he is in bite quarantine. After his quarantine period is up I would be happy to behavior evaluate him. I can also try and find out the circumstances of the "bite" and if the owners have signed him over yet. I will do that tomorrow! Is there anything else anyone wants to know that does not involve interacting with him?See More

Jax's Mom-I see the info on the shelter listing says OWNER RECLAIM ONLY.

Any update on his status/situation? Wonder if the owners will claim him or sign him over and let a Rescue Group take him.

Karen519 · Oct 4, 2011

Luisa

Luisa

Trying to find the link on Facebook and cannot.
Can you paste here.
Did you call to find out more details-he is gorgeous!

Karen519 · Oct 4, 2011

Found link to him at Gaston

Found link to him at Gaston. Wonder if he REALLY bit someone or someone used that as an excuse to turn him into shelter

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fostermom · Oct 4, 2011

He is gorgeous. I hope he stands a chance.

CAROLINA MOM · Oct 4, 2011

I believe you're thinking what I'm thinking regarding the bite incident issue.

I didn't want to say anything, but was sure thinking it.

GoldenMum · Oct 4, 2011

Gastonia is about two hours from me. If a rescue needs transport, I can help! I hope this boy is not doomed, lots will not consider a dog who's bitten.....so sad.

FinnTastic · Oct 5, 2011

Poor guy . . . I hope the bite incident wasn't a death sentence. I wonder what the circumstances was for the bite?

goldencontriever3 · Oct 7, 2011

Oh poor boy. He looks so scared. I hope a rescue can get him.

CAROLINA MOM · Oct 10, 2011

Anyone have an update on this boy?

Year
2011
Tag#
6318
Type
DOG
Sex
MALEBreed RETRIEVER XColor BROWNCage #ISO4
Age 2-3 yr
Adopt/Rescue/ Euthanasia Date10/11/2011
OWNER RECLAIM ONLY
Remarks:Bite Quarantine

Karen519 · Oct 10, 2011

Sandy

Sandy

I haven't heard anything.

CAROLINA MOM · Oct 10, 2011

Karen519 said:
Sandy

I haven't heard anything.

Thanks Karen, I've gotten a few emails about him. I was wondering since you're on FB that maybe some info about him had been updated.

Looks like the Charlotte GR Rescue Club would be the closest if his owners don't claim him and the shelter allows him to be taken into Rescue-it would all depend on the details of the bite situation though.

Jax's Mom · Oct 10, 2011

From what I understand, he was in a fight with another dog and when someone attempted to pull him out, he bit the person. I will try to find an update on him. SOrry I didnt notice all the questions about him before.

Jax's Mom · Oct 10, 2011

Atlanta rescue of GA is in touch with the shelter and will let you know any updates as I get them.

Florabora22 · Oct 10, 2011

That seems almost like an understandable reason for biting a human. Not saying it's acceptable, of course. I always figured if I intervened in a dog fight I stand a chance of being bitten. "Heat of the moment" sort of thing.

He is beautiful. I hope he can get a rescue to help him.

Jax's Mom · Oct 10, 2011

I'm right there with you on that one! Also, if anyone is interested in this dog or the possiblity, there is a group that works with thsi shelter that can go have the dog evaluated. Just say the word, and it could be done. I feel like this guy isnt getting a fair shake due to the reason for his "incarceration".

Tuckers Mom · Oct 10, 2011

Jax's Mom said:
I feel like this guy isnt getting a fair shake due to the reason for his "incarceration".

Exactly. The great " Media" reported a few weeks back of a " viscious" Golden Retriever Attack on a 2 year old boy..... :uhoh: and I found out that the poor dog had an ear infection and was due for a veterinary visit the next day and the toddler ran up the the dog and pulled the sore ear and the dog snapped and bit the baby, the dog was put down.

Angelina · Oct 10, 2011

I would if I were closer....I already have the 2 dogs and work full time. I hope someone steps up, he looks so much like my Nelli....

Tuckers Mom · Oct 10, 2011

I've emailed GRRCC, I am a transport person in close proximity to Gaston. Waiting to hear if this beautiful boy is on their radar..... I am sure he is. I will pull/transport if given the approval to do so, although I can't foster. too small a house with one LARGE crate now that holds King Tucker.... Hopefully they can find a secure foster for him...... Send your prayers and good vibes....

jackie_hubert · Oct 10, 2011

Bumping. Perhaps it helps to know that at least the SPCA does not truly consider a redirected bite a "bite". Pain and food aggression also do not count as "bites". Here an animal cannot be adopted by the public if it has a true bite history. Let's hope they operate the same way and give him to a rescue.

Tuckers Mom · Oct 10, 2011

UPDATE:

Adopt a Golden Atlanta is taking him, they are looking for transport help to Greenville, SC if anyone can help..... BUT

The other dog involved with the fight DIED FROM HIS WOUNDS.

This is so very sad, and I am not sure what the right answer is here....

CAROLINA MOM · Oct 10, 2011

Tuckers Mom said:
UPDATE:

Adopt a Golden Atlanta is taking him, they are looking for transport help to Greenville, SC if anyone can help..... BUT

The other dog involved with the fight DIED FROM HIS WOUNDS. This is so very sad, and I am not sure what the right answer is here....

I'm glad to hear Adopt a Golden Atlanta is taking this boy, but so very very sorry to hear about the other dog. Wow, I don't know what to say.
I'm like you Tucker's mom, I don't know what the right answer is either on this one.......

So glad I'm not the one who had to make the decision on this one, a very tough call IMO.

Florabora22 · Oct 10, 2011

I initially read it as the dog died from heartworms (dont ask me how I read it that way) and was confused about why it was such a big deal. Dying from his wounds is kind of worrisome. I'm sure the rescue will check his temperament around other dogs.

Tuckers Mom · Oct 10, 2011

Every dog has the ability to fatally attack another dog or a human if given the reason that they felt like they had to defend their life. We can't always assume that every dog is a good dog, sometimes sadly, it's just a very unfortunate case. Apparently, it's quite a lengthy bite report, and his future is in question even with rescue. The good that comes from all of this is that at least he will be properly evaluated by a qualified rescue organization, and a humane decision will be made, that is in the best interest of the animal, and not at the hands of Animal Control. Sad indeed for all involved.

CAROLINA MOM · Oct 10, 2011

When I was helping CFGRR with Intakes, I dealt with AGA some. They are a fantastic Golden Rescue Group, have lots of resources. This boy is in very good hands, couldn't ask for better really I don't think.

Angelina · Oct 10, 2011

Thanks so much for the report and I hope for the best for him. I wonder if the other dog was smaller then he. We will probably never know the full story but I am glad he is being given some chance...K

Karen519 · Oct 10, 2011

So Happy

So happy that Adopt a Golden Atlanta took him in!!

Sophie_Mom · Oct 10, 2011

Hoping this guy will get another chance at a happy ending. I think knowing the whole story/situation would be so important here. Poor guy.

MaryLovesMojo · Oct 10, 2011

Wow...what a gorgeous boy. There is another Golden on their site, a beautiful girl, has anyone seen her?? She has an adoption/euthanize date of 10/11...I hope they can pull here too????? I will try to put a link up...

2-3 YO GORGEOUS Golden in Gastonia NC

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