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Golden Retrievers on the ground in Moore, Oklahoma

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The LCC K9 Comfort Dogs are once again called to action in Moore, Oklahoma after a tornado devastated the community, and the casualties are still climbing.   It is really kind of sad having to post so often on their appearences at the tragedies occurring for my neighbours to the South.  They are in my thoughts and prayers.  Ruthie, Barnabas, Kye, Bekah, Zeke and Lila are on their way in this photo from their Facebook page.  Please click here to donate to their efforts.

LCC K9 Comfort Dogs Ruthie, Barnabas, Kye, Bekah, Zeke and Lila and handlers on the way to Oklahoma (Facebook)

Another golden retriever is part of the rescue and recovery efforts.  Chief and his handler Andrew Pitcher from Nebraska Task Force 1 are part of a group of 8 teams searching for survivors in the destruction.

Chief was rescued from Roice Hurst Humane Society in Clinton, CO.  His guardians are Barbara Phelps and Michael Walker. Chief was named after gardener Mike McGroarty from Mike’s Backyard Nursery.  His nickname was “Chief”

Andrew Pitcher and Chief - Nebraska Task Force 1

Andrew Pitcher and Chief – Nebraska Task Force 1

Here is an amazing article from Search Dog Foundation – whose slogan is “from rescued to rescuer”

8 SDF Teams Searching For Survivors in Moore, Oklahoma – Search Dog Foundation

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K9 Comfort Dogs and their Handlers Surprised on Good Morning America

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The K9 Parish Comfort Dogs from Lutheran Church Charities were featured on Good Morning America yesterday in a segment called “You’re Not Dreaming”  They choose someone or a group of people that have really resonated with them and deserve some special recognition.  ABC News and GMA anchor Lara Spencer chose the Comfort Dogs and says she hasn’t been able to stop thinking about them since she first met them in Newtown.

Photo-K9 Parish Comfort Dogs/Facebook

Photo-K9 Parish Comfort Dogs/Facebook

I’m sure you all know who they are by now.  They are a group of golden retrievers and their handlers who visited Joplin after the town was devestated by the tornado, Sandy Hook Elementary, Boston, and many other places some comfort was required.  These handlers are selfless, wonderful people willing to drop everything at a minute’s notice to help others in some of the most grim situations.

Yesterday the dogs and handlers got to walk the red carpet and were rewarded with many treats including a “doggy bag” full of jerkey, shampoo, toys etc from Sergeants Pet Care, a spay day at Canine Ranch Spa, A “Rufflaxation Massasge” courtesy of Hope Vet Clinic and a free grooming from New York Dog Spa and Hotel.

The handlers were rewarded with gift certificates from bliss Spa.

President of Lutheran Church Charities Tim Hetzner was presented with a full size van from Hertz that they have use of for a year.

Comfort Dog Charity Surprised With Transport Van, Grooming – Good Morning America (Video – ABC News)

If you can contribute to The K9 Parish Comfort Dogs, click here.

This segment is definately worth watching!

It’s the weeeekend! Golden Retrievers Everywhere are Celebrating.

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For many of us, this is the first nice weekend of the year.  Golden retrievers are celebrating!  These pictures are not of golden retrievers celebrating this weekend, but are to inspire you to get out with your golden and do something extra fun.  Tucker’s tail wouldn’t stop wagging tonight as he chewed on his “glowie” ball at the park.  He has had a busy day.  Tomorrow we plan to take him for his first swim of the year.

Here is Lacey, Taz and Bond from Liz’s Golden Retriever page frolicking in the waves…

Lacey Taz and Bond from Liz's Golden Retriever Lovers page

Lacey Taz and Bond from Liz’s Golden Retriever Lovers page

Here is a group of goldens from Imgur living life to the fullest…

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Facebook Helps in Locating Golden Retrievers Missing for 5 days

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South Bend, IN – Golden Retriever owners Tim and Stephanie Hein are crediting Facebook for the safe return of their two golden retrievers, Maggie and Cinnamon.

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The dogs went missing from their South Bend property on Tuesday April 9th, they went chasing after a deer.  Despite the Heins efforts searching on foot and by car every day, their hopes were starting to diminish.

They had posted flyers and had people spreading the word on Facebook.  5 days later, they got a message from someone 7 miles away saying she had spotted the dogs on her front porch.  Tim drove to the ladies home and found the dogs in the field behind the home.

According to a story on Fox 28, the couple says “I don’t think we would’ve found our dogs without Facebook.”  ”It’s amazing what people can accomplish when they come together like that.”

Golden Retrievers Help Comfort Victims in Boston

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The K-9 Parish Comfort Dogs are on the ground in Boston acting as furry counselors for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing incident.  This group of dogs and handlers are from Lutheran Church Charities in Addison, Illinois and have been helping ease the pain of victims after tragic events.  They were on scene after the shooting in Newtown, at Sandy Hook Elementary School.

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Luther and Ruthie packed and ready to head to Boston – LCC

The five golden retrievers and their handlers are stationed at First Lutheran Church, which is a few blocks from the finish line of yesterday’s marathon, the site of Monday’s bombings.  They will spend the rest of this week visiting the injured at Tufts Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

LCC President Tim Hetzner told Today.com “They bring a calming effect to people and help them process the various emotions that they go through in times like this.”

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Comfort dogs comforting victim Lee Ann Yanni before her surgery – LCC

The Comfort Dog program began in 2008 after a gunman killed five students at Northern Illinois University and now has over 60 dogs in six states.

Isaiah, Addie, Maggie, Luther and Ruthie are all golden retrievers with their own Facebook pages, business cards and Twitter accounts so people can stay in touch after meeting.

To contribute to the Comfort Dogs, please visit here

Another organization, Dog B.O.N.E.S Therapy Dogs of Massachusetts was also ready to help.  Here, golden retriever Bailey (and handler Jack Foley) are standing by.  B.O.N.E.S. stands for Building Opportunities for Nurturing and Emotional Support.

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Golden Retrievers in…Panty Hose!

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People in China really like to dress up their dogs.  Social networking sites like Weibo are buzzing with photos of dogs in panty hose.  Several of the victims were golden retrievers, so I thought I would share some of them with you.

There were some pretty cruel comments on the original article I read on MSN Now, as to what should be done to the owners of these dogs. (not worth repeating!)

My two cents:  These dogs all appear to be very well cared for, and their owners are just having a little fun.  These dogs do not appear to be in the least bit of discomfort, except for their egos of course!!  Check out some of their facial expressions.

Strange?  Yes.  Cruel?  No, not if it is just for a fun photo.  What do you think?

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Dog Whisperer Says Stolen Golden Retrievers Still Alive

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Just a few hours North of Toronto, Brian Jones is waiting patiently to hear news of his two golden retrievers, who were last seen on March 2nd while playing in the front yard in Coldwater, Ontario.

Rosa and Diego - Barrie Examiner (submitted photo)

Rosa and Diego – Barrie Examiner (submitted photo)

Rosa, 18 months,  and Diego, 9 months were both purchased in Mexico where the Jones’ reside in the winter months.  Jones advised the dogs did not have collars on at the time as they get caught in the wire fence.  The dogs were spayed/neutered and Diego is micro chipped.

The incident was reported to the Ontario Provincial Police, who says these types of thefts are not common in the area, but believe the dogs have been stolen.

Jones has spend approximately $3000 in his search for the dogs, even hiring a “dog whisperer” and a mentallist from the US, as well as putting up posters.  A $1000 reward is being offered for the dogs.

The dog whisperer says the dogs have been stolen, and were brought “North” , “to a community that starts with the letter T” and will be returned.

Full story from The Barrie Examiner here:

OPP Believe Golden Retrievers Stolen from Horseshoe Valley Home

I sincerely hope Rosa and Diego are returned home safely.

To stay informed, like their Facebook page:

Help Find Rosa & Diego

Update:  Shortly after posting, it was announced on Rosa and Diego’s Facebook page that the dogs were located at the bottom of a pond on the property.  So. sad.