Oakley, renamed Cooper, was only three months old when he was surrendered to AGR. This young Golden mix was adopted from MCACC as a Christmas present by the boyfriend of the owner. However, the owner was going back to college and could not take the dog. Placement found a home quickly with an adoptive couple who had been wanting a companion for their resident dog, Tess. The Shelter had given Oakley all his vaccines and had already neutered him, so the only vet work we had to do was the leptospirosis vaccines. It had been years since the family had had a puppy, so AGR’s behaviorist was contacted to do a consult on puppy behavior modification. The adopter related:

"Cooper has completed our family. He’s smart and loving, sometimes tenacious, yet always forgiving. He’s learning to be more respectful of Tess and she’s learning to be more patient. Together, they are our golden dream. Cooper has NO problem in vocalizing his opinion as to whether or not he should have everything he shouldn’t and makes sure we know he’s talking to us. Tess is playing it cool and when we’re watching, acts as if he’s just “OK” to have around. But, we can tell that she would be miserable without him, as they run around in the yard together and she lets him pull on her tail without much complaint. We know, in time, she will come to love him as much as we do. We can’t possibly thank you enough for fulfilling our dream. The behaviorist is amazing with training us, and we still have so much to learn from her. She has become our friend, as well as our sounding board. I just can’t say enough wonderful things about her and her gift of dog knowledge. She truly is a treasure. Our journey with Cooper is just beginning but I know we will have many years of wonder and excitement with him. In turn, he will forever be loved and cared for, respected and treasured for who he is. Thank you ALL at Arizona Golden Rescue for making our dreams come true."