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October 2005:

My name is Clifford & I was adopted from GRR in June. I quickly became part of my new family and a much adored fixture in the neighborhood. The match couldn’t have been better! I love our daily walks in the park and have made many new friends both furry and human. None of them can believe someone ever gave me up for adoption. I’ve learned to play, fetch, sit, and stay over the past few months. I have a blast when we go to the dog park and now I’ll go in the water, but I’m still not keen on swimming yet. I’ve been a fast learner, especially by running around with my new friends. Mom & Dad have really enjoyed watching me come out of my shell around other dogs. However, I’ve never been shy around people. The vet says I’m up to a healthy 80-85 lbs., have put on some muscles, and have the heart of an athlete…they loved me there too.

We all welcomed my baby sister in August and I have been sooooo good with her. I nap on her floor and come get our parents whenever she starts crying. Mom & Dad know that I’m going to be her best friend for years to come. They had a glimpse when our cousins, ages 8, 6, 3, and 10mths. came to visit and couldn’t get enough of me! I was so patient with them and flipped over for belly rubs regularly. We’ve had lots of visitors stay at the house the past few months and most have threatened to stow me in their suitcase and take me home with them.
My mom & dad really couldn’t be happier with me joining the family. I sleep on the floor of their room every night and wake them up sometimes because I am a rather loud dreamer. It is the only time they ever hear me bark… I’m an alpha dog in my sleep. I love my good rubs before bed & when I wake up in the morning. I also really enjoy baths and being brushed. We get lots of compliments about how beautiful I am. My favorite toys are my squeaky bees, my squirrel, and my rawhide bones.

Thank you GRR for making such a thorough match with my new family…it is like I have always been a part of it and we are all thrilled.

Can’t wait to see everyone at the Pond in October!

Take care,
Clifford, Andy, Karen, & Kinsey Silcox

Tune in next Wednesday when "the Dog from the Bog" sings live on Radio KOOP
Wednesday, October 26th
9:00 - 11:00 am CT
Austin, KOOP Radio 91.7 FM
Or, via live streaming audio at www.koop.org

When we adopted Bailey from Gold Ribbon Rescue in 2002, we had no idea what unique talents we would uncover. Yes it's true. Our dog, Monsieur Bailey is the only French-speaking, Cajun-singing Golden Retriever in Austin. At just five years old, Bailey has become one of the top Zydeco vocalists in his field.

He has been invited to perform Wednesday, October 26th between 9:00 and 11:00 AM CT. He will be a featured artist on the Fais Do Do program with host and accordion accompaniment,Tom Mahnke. Listen to your Austin radio 91.7 FM KOOP or tune into www.koop.org to hear live streaming audio.
 
Bailey will be pawing autographs after the show. If you miss him this time, be sure to catch him at next year's SXSW festival where he will host his own CD release party and sing many new hits.

To discover other special Goldens with hidden talents, please visit www.goldribbonrescue.com



Proud parents,

Tamara Gunter & Patrick Boicourt