22-017 Abbey was one of the three Goldens surrendered by an owner whose wife had passed away some time ago and who had a new companion that lives in Florida. He was commuting between AZ and FL and leaving the dogs with a pet sitter. He finally realized he was not doing the dogs any favors. Our AGR transporters picked up the three dogs at Sunset Point. The owner had made up a nice bag for each dog that had food, treats, blankets and other things. Abbey was already spayed and just needed tests for valley fever and heartworm and a leptospirosis vaccine. Her vetting was done at at one of our partner veterinarians. And she was subsequently delivered to an adoptive couple. After just a day, the adopter posted on AGR’s Facebook page: We are so fortunate to have Abbey, a sweet 6-year-old Golden, come to our home yesterday. She settled in nicely and not one bark out of her until the pest control guy came to spray the yard today. When I said it’s okay, she stopped and laid down. Perfect. She met one of our neighbors already. This is gonna be good. Thank you, AGR, for all you do.

Later, the adopters wrote: Abbey has captured our hearts. This beautiful six-year-old, sweet girl has only been with us for about a month, but she has accepted her new home with open paws, literally! Who are these new folks I’m living with that let me play all day, she must be thinking as she romps and jumps with all her new toys Ms. Deb brought her. She lovingly welcomes her early morning and late afternoon walks on pathways that have to be new to her, yet she behaves as if everything is perfectly normal, friendly to all she meets. Then after a very energetic day, she loves to bounce into our bed and tongue-tickle our feet. She’s just a joy! We will never stop being thankful to AGR for all they do, and our volunteering is the best reward to be adoptive parents. We look forward to long, love-fulfilled and happy lives with our dear Abbey.