[Jax's Mom]

Hi everyone!

I am a new member and also new to Golden Retriever's. My husband and I recently rescued a Golden puppy. Jax is now 6 months old and we have had him since he was 3 months old. Jax is a product of a puppy mill female who was rescued pregnant.

First, we love our little guy to pieces. He is such a lovebug and really well behaved generally. Hes semi active, and loves his tug of war games with Daddy. We just moved into a house when Jax was 4 months old, and Jax is just loving the extra room here, as well as the yards. We have taken Jax to a few dog parks, and at first, he seemed lost. Once we met up with a puppy almost his size and age, he had a ball!

We are hoping to get another Golden retriever (female) this weekend. She's a pup, from a breeder we originally contacted before we ended up rescuing Jax. We are hoping its a perfect fit for us and will know more after this weekend. We are pretty excited to have another addition to our family and think that Jax will love to have a little sister to play with. (yes...Jax is neutured)

My husband and I both had dogs growing up, but this is our first dog together and it has been awhile since either of us had to housebreak. Things aren't going as smoothly as we would like, but it is coming along. I will post my issue in a more appropriate thread.

Hope to get to know some of you and learn some things!

Luisa

 

[Oaklys Dad]

Welcome to GRF. It sounds like you are jumping into the world of Goldens with both feet and you couldn't have landed in a better place. You will find lots of support and great advice hear. We love pictures so please post some pictures of Jax and his soon to be sister. Above all please make yourself at home here.

 

[esSJay]

Hi Luisa and a warm welcome to GRF from a neighbour to your North!

Glad you found us, and thank you for rescuing Jax! He sounds really sweet, we'd love to see lots of pictures of him!!!

 

[BeauShel]

Welcome to you and Jax. Bless you for rescuing him and now getting him a sister to play with. I find with potty training no matter the age, is to get them on a schedule. Take them outside after eating, drinking, playing and sleeping. It helps with the training. And when they do their business give them big cheers like a cheerleader and treats (if you want)

 

[Allan's Girl]

Hey Luisa and Jax. Welcome! I am glad you found GRF. I love this place. The people here are extremely friendly and helpful. Looking forward to pictures of Jax and His new bunk mate if you get her. =)

 

[Jax's Mom]

Thanks everyone, for the warm welcome!! I've already gotten such great advice and support from a few members.