24-011 Bailey  is an 8-year-old spayed female Golden Retriever. She was surrendered with  24-012 Gabe , a 6-year- old neutered male Golden Retriever. Unfortunately, the owner passed away unexpectedly, and his mother flew from Florida to California with her sister-in-law to pick up the dogs and drive them home. While driving back to Florida, she realized she wouldn’t be able to keep the dogs. Making a difficult and emotional decision, she decided to surrender them to a rescue and called  AGR . They are very bonded and needed to stay together.  Bailey  and  Gabe  were described as very affectionate  and like to be with humans. They had  never been around other dogs, cats,  or children. Both received the stan dard vetting with vaccinations and  tests for valley fever and heartworm.  After being boarded for a little over  two weeks,  Bailey  and  Gabe  found  their forever home together!  Gabe  had some bad teeth and needed dental  work. They both traveled beautifully during the long ride to their new home in Bullhead City to live with an adoptive couple, their resident Golden Retriever  Chloe  and an 18-year- old cat. After introductions with  Chloe  in the driveway, they went into the back yard and the dogs became instant friends.  Chloe  is a gorgeous, friendly pup and  welcomed  Bailey  and  Gabe . They all  ran around, and  Gabe  immediately gath ered the soft toys that were out there and  was in heaven. It was going great until  suddenly  Gabe  grabbed a nice big rock  to carry around. The adopter took it away and  put it in his pocket, but  Gabe  did it twice more. He did not touch the small ones, just the 6–8-inch size ones. We now knew what was suspected – he chews rocks, and that is likely why his teeth are so worn and broken. Transporter Connie discussed different options on how to deal with  Gabe’s  habit of chewing rocks. Life with the adopters was reported as follows: 

Bailey  and  Gabe  were a  perfect fit for us and  Chloe ! Transition was instant and seamless. Seems like they have always been ours – even our 18-year-old cat took to them right away.  Bailey : she has brought us much joy and laughter. Doing well on her diet. She loves to carry as many toys in her mouth as she can. She enjoys sleeping with Daddy and likes being a couch potato but also enjoys walks along the river. She LOVES her pool; her favorite thing is to lie down in it with her head on the edge and take a nap!  Gabe : he was a perfect addition for us, and our 11-month-old Golden Retriever.  Gabe  is the perfect playmate and big brother. He loves chasing toys and wrestling with his "sister"  Chloe . He also loves walking along the river. He is just a happy and mellow guy. 

We are so glad that we were able to find a family that was able and willing to take both  Bailey  and  Gabe .