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Susan Marie and Jordan

Just checking in

Hey guys, just checking in. We are all hanging in there. Rose continues to do well with her lymphoma chemo. Even had her swimming up at the lake a couple weeks ago . Hope you all are having a nice news. Seems like we might have some exciting news here, coming soon :)

Views: 303 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 10, 2017 4:20pm
by Carol and Crysta...

Debbie Pink

Uncle Bill gone 3 years :(

Bill passed away 3 years ago yesterday. I still think of him so often and miss him. I can close my eyes and see him doling out treats to Toby and Trapper and Keevin, and to all the GRRR dogs at our events. He was the heart and soul of this forum for so many...

Views: 252 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 10, 2017 12:56pm
by Gail Coles

Sandra

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year - Forum soon gone?

I'm not sure whether anyone still checks in here, but I believe this forum will soon be closing - I think Bill had paid for it until the end of 2017. While it is all but gone now as most people are either on facebook or have left, I'm one of the few who still period...

Views: 343 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 7, 2017 4:10pm
by Carol in OH

Debbie Pink

Yoo - Hoo! Anybody home?

Hi, Is anybody still checking this site? I hate to see it just wither up and die away.... How about a shout out from anyone around with a quick update. Things here are pretty status-quo. Keevin continues to function quite well as a trip-pod. We have doggi...

Views: 308 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 7, 2017 3:57am
by Rosalind Raymond

Debbie Pink

Forum is paid for until Nov. 3, 2017

Happy New Year! I just checked and Bill had paid for the forum until Nov. 3, 2017. If anyone is reading this and wants to join the GRiC Facebook Page, please email me at debjpink@gmail.com and I will get you the info. It is still active and many of our 'old'...

Views: 269 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 31, 2016 6:58pm
by Rick C

Vicki & Butch

Meloxicam

Has anyone used this for their golden and if so, how long does it take to kick in?

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Last Post: Jul 17, 2016 2:45pm
by Vicki & Butch

Sandra

Faith is 10 today!

It's hard to believe my little sweetie is turning 10 today. I still think of her as my little Taz. Her energy level remains incredibly high - she still runs through the woods almost every day and does zoomies around the backyard like a pup! Happy Birthday Fait...

Views: 321 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 10, 2016 7:55pm
by Debbie and Keevi...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Jordan turns 5 today !!

I can hardly believe it. Where have the years gone ?? We are celebrating big this year, still having Rose with us. She lost her spleen and survived an osteo scare, truly our miracle girl. Rose and J share the same birthday, which was one of the ways I new Jordan was...

Views: 261 Replies: 4

Last Post: Apr 22, 2016 7:33am
by Debbie and Keevi...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Happy Easter !!!

Just checking in with everyone. J and I are doing well. Helped rescue a darling girl, Olivia, that I came very close to keeping myself. But found a wonderful home for her with some friends, so we will get to see her often. That's the closest J's come to having a new...

Views: 233 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 31, 2016 8:41pm
by Sandra

Debbie and Keevin

A Sad Anniversary

Two years ago today we all lost a treasure. Bill Ward passed away on Feb, 22, 2014. We all loved Bill. He is missed every day. He singlehandedly kept this forum going. After his passing we discovered that he had paid for it's existence through Nov. 2017. I hope...

Views: 337 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 8, 2016 3:44pm
by Marcy

Marcy

Hi---

I didn't know until recently the site was still available. I've read some of the posts dating back to May, 2014. I joined the FB website, thinking this was closing down. So happy to find I was wrong! I'm sorry to hear of the passing of so many pups. Thank you Laura &...

Views: 274 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 21, 2016 5:44pm
by Marcy

Vicki

Butch's birthday

Butch is 12 years old today. He got some scrambled eggs for breakfast and we will go for a good walk today since it has warmed up. I'm on my way to get him a new dog bed. I am so very grateful he is still with us and doing pretty good. Happy birthday my sweet boy...

Views: 275 Replies: 8

Last Post: Jan 23, 2016 8:55pm
by SM and J

PJ Tonkin

Happy New Year to all of our GRIC friends for many years.

It is great to see that a number of us are still around and occasionally posting. Here is my wish for all of you for the next year- That your days may be golden, That you will be the retriever of your dreams, and that all of the best will come to you this year....

Views: 266 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 23, 2016 8:54pm
by SM and J

PJ Tonkin

Unusual weather

Greetings to everyone- I do miss this forum. I am sorry that most people do not ever post here anymore. The facebook page is not the same. We have had unusual weather here. The weekend before Thanksgiving we had 12+ inches of snow, that melted pretty fast durin...

Views: 288 Replies: 5

Last Post: Dec 15, 2015 6:15pm
by Sandra

Debbie and Keevin

Sunday Social - Happy Thanksgiving!

Good Morning! Keevin and I want to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! What are you thankful for this year? I am thankful that I still have Keevin with me and that he is doing well since his amputation 4 1/2 months ago. I am thankful for my wonderf...

Views: 179 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 29, 2015 11:33pm
by PJ Tonkin

PJ Tonkin

Any advice on fourteen year old with difficulty getting up, and on the stairs

Ginger went to the vet yesterday, with her humble servants, seeing Dr. Storslee. She is taking pain relievers, GNC ultra mega glucosamine chondroiton with other supplements including coconut oil and fish oil. Dr. Storslee she is all good, for fourteen years old....

Views: 169 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 15, 2015 9:49pm
by PJ Tonkin

Susan Marie and Jordan

Anybody still here ??

Sorry I haven't been around it;s been kind of a rough summer. Jordan is fine and I am still feeling so blessed that Rose didn't have cancer, What's up with everyone else??

Views: 180 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 15, 2015 9:46pm
by PJ Tonkin

Debbie and Keevin

Sunday Social - Happy Halloween and a question

Good Morning! The forum is so quiet any more. I will add a Sunday Social once in a while in hopes of rousing a little interest. Please add a Social any time, any day if you are so inclined. Today's Topic: Happy Halloween! Does your dog/s like Halloween?...

Views: 232 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 9, 2015 11:08pm
by PJ Tonkin

Erica

Pagng Susan Marie

I just realized I hadn't seen an update lately on Miss Morgan. How's she doing? How'd all her testing turn out? I hope that this is one of those instances where no news is good news!

Views: 250 Replies: 11

Last Post: Nov 2, 2015 2:32pm
by Gatorbug

Annie Simon

Can't believe this site is still going!

I'm switching computers and weeding through stuff from the old one. Couldn't believe you are still going! Glad to see some old friends still posting. It's been years since I've been on this Forum and Goldens have sadly come and gone for all of us. Wow!! Annie...

Views: 187 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 14, 2015 1:46pm
by Carol in OH

Deb

Thank You!!

Today I received the beautiful quilt that was made from my late husbands t-shirts. Thanks to some wonderful people here I was able to include some GRIC shirts. GRIC meant the world to Rich and he adored Helen Redlus to the moon and back:) I don't know how to pos...

Views: 225 Replies: 6

Last Post: Aug 29, 2015 11:02pm
by PJ Tonkin

Susan Marie and Jordan

The Rose Report

Rose Lee had her follow up ultra sound today. The mass they saw 2 weeks ago has not changed. However, there could be a 2nd mass, or it could be a different view of the same mass since they are the exact same size. So being that she is a 12 year old Golden Retriever...

Views: 259 Replies: 14

Last Post: Aug 16, 2015 10:39pm
by Susan Marie and ...

Debbie and Keevin

Sunday Social - Please add a sentence or two

Good morning! Today's Topic: Who is still reading this site? Please add a sentence or two to let us know you're still out there! My two cents worth - After losing Trapper to hemangiosarcoma in May, Keevin was diagnosed with soft tissue sarcoma in his left fr...

Views: 279 Replies: 15

Last Post: Aug 13, 2015 4:18am
by Facebook request

Susan Marie and Jordan

Sad Good bye for 2 wonderful boys

For those of you that don't know, Erica lost Teller last month and Murphy yesterday. Two very special boys, much loved here on the forum. Erica still has Teller's son, Kipling and I have his daughter, Jordan. We are saying good bye to way too many this summer

Views: 158 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 10, 2015 2:07pm
by Phyllis L.

Susan Marie and Jordan

Just checking in

I know several of us are going through hard times, everyone is in my prayers. Just wanted to say "I miss you "

Views: 186 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 12, 2015 1:29pm
by Carol in OH

Debbie and Keevin

Trapper

It is with much sadness that I am letting you know that Trapper passed away while I was in Ireland. He became ill during the night of May 12 and Bryan, my amazing house sitter, took him to the emergency vet at 6 the next morning. Trapper was riddled with...

Views: 247 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 24, 2015 6:14am
by Ann

Debbie and Keevin

Sunday Social - Out and In, and In and Out

Good Morning! Happy Father's Day to all the guys out there!! Today's topic: Our furkidz have to go outside to take care of business. How do you handle this? Do you have a doggie door to a yard? Do you take your dog/s out on a leash? Do you leave them out in...

Views: 182 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 23, 2015 2:15pm
by Debbie and Keevi...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Missing Bill...A LOT !!

For some reason I have been missing Bill so much. Maybe because we were at Club Gold a couple weekends ago and of course I saw his memorial plaque, with lots of pictures of Trapper too. I think they would both be pleased that they are so honored there. :) Or someti...

Views: 203 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 16, 2015 8:17pm
by Carol in OH

Susan Marie and Jordan

Sunday Social - Plans for the summer ??

Debbie is back, but may not feel like posting yet. So I thought I would give it one more shot.... What are your plans for the summer?? Jordan is hoping it's a trip to California with your puppers !!! ;)

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Last Post: Jun 9, 2015 9:42pm
by Carol and Crysta...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Abby made Deb's shirt !!

It turned out great, just what Deb was looking for. I'll try and get a pic posted. My first thought when I saw the shirt was "I have to show this to Bill". Just doesn't seem real to me. I'll try and get a pic posted. Thank you Abby !!!

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Last Post: Jun 7, 2015 11:07am
by Susan Marie and ...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Sunday Social - Free For All

So today you can post anything you want, can't wait to see what all you come up with.

Views: 218 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 7, 2015 11:02am
by Susan Marie and ...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Sunday Socail - Puppies ???

Sorry, I'm late Internet was down. So, today's question is will you ever get a puppy again ? Why or why not ?

Views: 193 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 7, 2015 10:50am
by Susan Marie and ...

Deb Haggerty

A passing and a question

Not sure how many old timers are still around, but wanted to share.... My husband, affectionately known as Spud Rich, passed away on April 27, 2015. He has been in poor health for sometime, but his passing was sudden. Rich gave his heart and soul to Helen Redl...

Views: 254 Replies: 6

Last Post: May 30, 2015 6:19am
by Carol in OH

Susan Marie and Jordan

Sunday Social - Doggie Personals

I thought this might be fun, all dogs invited.... I'll start Jordan, aka Karnerblue Magic Kisses, is a 4 year old Golden Retriever. Originally from Albany, New York, she now resides on the Central Coast of California with 6 kitty sisters. Her favorite things are...

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Last Post: May 17, 2015 9:51pm
by Carol and Crysta...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Erin's Gotcha Day

Is today !! I found her standing in the middle of a busy road 13 years ago. Even though she is an Angel now, she will always be the be Mother's Day present ever !! A friend made this beautiful video for me. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vCRvyc2ZxE

Views: 183 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 11, 2015 9:48am
by Sandra

Debbie

Sunday Social - traveling

Good Morning! Today's Topic: As I get ready to go on a big trip I worry more and more about leaving my boys behind. What do you do with your dog/s when you travel? This time I can't take them with me. I'm gong to Ireland for 3 weeks with a friend. I have a fa...

Views: 198 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 5, 2015 2:04pm
by Ann

Debbie

Sunday Social - How old...

Good Morning! Today's Topic: How old was/were your dog/s when you got him/her? Did you get them from a rescue? breeder? friend? or where? What are your thoughts on this? Have a golden day! Debbie

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Last Post: Apr 30, 2015 5:22am
by Judie, Gage & Cl...

Debbie

Sunday Social - Dog Treats

Good Afternoon! Today's Topic: What kind/s of dog treats to you use? How often do you give your dog/s treats? Are you picky about the treats your dog gets? Do you use them for training? Where do you get your dog treats? etc..... Have a Golden Day! Debbie

Views: 117 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 22, 2015 9:57pm
by Debbie, Keevin, ...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Jordan turned 4 yesterday

My baby girl is all grown up, even though she doesn't act like it and Rose turned 12. Time is sure flying by, I guess that means I am getting old.

Views: 157 Replies: 4

Last Post: Apr 20, 2015 4:48pm
by Sandra

Debbie

Sunday Social - Dog Parks

Good Morning! Today's Topic: What are your thoughts on Dog Parks? Do you ever take your dog/s to them? Do you think they are a good idea? Are there good and/or bad dog parks and why? How do your dog/s react at dog parks? Do dogs need a place to go where they...

Views: 181 Replies: 6

Last Post: Apr 16, 2015 9:44am
by Judie, Gage & Cl...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Golden Retriever Lifetime Study

Just wondering if there are any other of our pups are enrolled in the study ? Both Jordan and her brother Kipling are (Teller's Kids). This past Tuesday the study reached it's goal of having 3000 Goldens enrolled. !! The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study is a long te...

Views: 160 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 13, 2015 6:08pm
by Susan Marie and ...

Debbie

Sunday Social - Tricks

Good Morning! Happy Easter, Passover, Day, Whatever! Today's Topic: Does your golden/dog know any tricks or commands? Which one/s? Why and/or how did you teach the trick/s? Do you still do training with your dog/s? Have a golden day! Debbie

Views: 177 Replies: 7

Last Post: Apr 9, 2015 1:44pm
by Susan Marie and ...

Debbie

Sunday Social - Personalities

Good Morning! Today's Topic: All goldens (and dogs) have their own personality and/or disposition. What is the personality of your dog/s? Is it laid back, goofy, hyper, vigilant, happy, mopey, etc. Have a golden day! Debbie

Views: 154 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 3, 2015 8:46am
by Kim Johnson

Debbie

Sunday Social - Doorbell

Good Morning! Today's Topic: How do you handle friends/guests arriving? Does you golden go nuts when the doorbell rings or someone knocks at the door? Do you have a plan or routine to handle this? How did you teach it? Have a Golden Day!! Debbie

Views: 147 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 22, 2015 6:44pm
by Debbie, Keevin, ...

Debbie

Sunday Social - Dog Food

Good Morning! Today's topic: What do you feed your dog/s? Why and/or how did you chomp with that choice? Do you have any other interesting or helpful thoughts on feeding? Have a Golden Day!! Debbie

Views: 176 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 16, 2015 7:57am
by Judie, Gage and ...

Debbie, Keevin, and Trapper

Happy Birthday Gemma!!

Happy Birthday to Faith's Gemma who turned 8 on March 11. Sorry we're a couple days late to wish that sweet girl a very happy day!! I bet you had some good treats and fun with your momma and sister. Debbie, Keevin and Trapper

Views: 148 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 15, 2015 7:29pm
by PJ Tonkin

Debbie

Sunday Social - Collars, Harnesses, Leashes

Good Morning! Today's topic: What collar and/or harness do you use for your dog/s? Do you have a favorite leash or leash material? Do you use retractable leashes? Have a golden day! Debbie

Views: 184 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 13, 2015 8:28am
by Debbie, Keevin, ...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Happy Birthday Uncle Bill

It's really tomorrow, but I know a lot of you visit on Sundays. I still have the card I bought for him last year on my frig.

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Last Post: Mar 8, 2015 11:51am
by Susan Marie and ...

Debbie

Sunday Social - Golden Retriever Quiz

Good Morning! Thank you to Abby and Susan Marie for the idea for today's topic. Today's topic: Here is a fun quiz about golden retrievers. See if you can answer any of the questions. Let's start with one answer per person so more people have a chance to chim...

Views: 275 Replies: 16

Last Post: Mar 6, 2015 12:51pm
by Susan Marie and ...

Susan Marie and Jordan

Happy Birthday Sandra !!!

Hope you have a wonderful day !!

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Last Post: Mar 4, 2015 8:47pm
by PJ Tonkin

Janet & the Camp Bark-a-lot kids

Good bye Curly Murphy

I said good bye to my sweet boy last night. He was improving so much that Murphy, Beau and I went to Petsmart and Petco this weekend. He was so happy. Flirting with everyone and leaning into anyone who'd pet him. Sunday he began to throw up. Monday morning he looked...

Views: 247 Replies: 17

Last Post: Feb 25, 2015 5:01pm
by Mark (Cooper & K...

Susan Marie and Jordan

A Very Special Tribute to a Wonderful Man

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VobxCbQT754&feature=youtu.be. UncleBill1

Views: 368 Replies: 24

Last Post: Feb 25, 2015 9:30am
by Jill

Debbie, Keevin, and Trapper

One year ago today..... Remembering Bill

It is hard to believe that it was one year ago that we lost our dear friend Bill. He is missed by so many two and four footed friends. Check here on GRiC for the Memorial to begin today sometime around noon pacific time, 3 eastern time. I am so glad that T...

Views: 206 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 22, 2015 8:05pm
by Sandra

Susan Marie and Jordan

Just back from Club Gold

Where I hung a beautiful tribute plaque for Bill. Pics as soon as Debbie gets back. After Bill retired, we started making plans for he and Debbie to come out to Club Gold. Even though he never actually made it , he is there is spirit along with all the other spirits...

Views: 180 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 22, 2015 5:16pm
by Debbie, Keevin, ...

Abby

Missing Bill Today

I just can't believe it's been a year. I still catch myself thinking "Oh I need to tell Bill about this" - then I remember. Like when I stopped my car to run over & pet a golden that was walking with his parents alongside the road - he would have gotten a kick out...

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Last Post: Feb 22, 2015 12:44pm
by Abby

Debbie

Sunday Social - brushing

Good Morning! Today's topic: Goldens are hairy beasts! How often do you brush or comb your golden? Do you bathe them regularly or just on as needed basis? Do you have special grooming tools you especially like? Sorry I'm late getting to this today. I am vis...

Views: 133 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 18, 2015 7:36pm
by PJ Tonkin

Susan Marie and Jordan

Reminder for Uncle Bill's Memorial

Next Sunday, 2/22 , here on this page. A day for remembering our dear friend and then an evening candle ceremony. It still doesn't seem real to me that he is gone

Views: 183 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 18, 2015 6:46pm
by Abby

Susan Marie and Jordan

Checking in and catching up....

Wow, it's been awhile. In 2010, I lost JOY(12),Morgan(4) and Erin (one month shy of 18), all within 6 months. It almost killed me. But after a long ,hard puppy search, my girls led me to GRiC's very own Erica and Teller. One year to the day of JOY's Bridge Day, I bro...

Views: 279 Replies: 13

Last Post: Feb 17, 2015 5:20pm
by Diana, Bayley an...

Debbie

Sunday Stroll - How many dogs?

Good Morning! Today's Topic: How many dogs do you presently have and how many have you had in your past? What kind/s are/were they? Sunday Feb. 22nd we will be holding a "Remembrance Day" for Uncle Bill Ward. Hopefully sharing pictures, stories and memories o...

Views: 191 Replies: 7

Last Post: Feb 9, 2015 7:05am
by Phyllis L.

Janet & the Camp Bark-a-lot kids

Pancreatitis - Curly Murphy

I'm looking for some advice. My curly guy is suffering from pancreatitis for the first time. I forgot to take out the garbage and my 2 dummies got into it. It has been a week and the vet gave him some anti-nausea Medications and fluid under his skin to fight dehydra...

Views: 168 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 8, 2015 11:09pm
by PJ Tonkin