Golden Bond Rescue of Oregon

Remember Jack, that super cute four month old puppy everyone wanted to adopt? He was just days away from going to his new home when he became ill with what was finally diagnosed as Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy (aka HOD). HOD is a disease of young rapidly growing dogs. It usually strikes puppies around the age of two to eight months. It is primarily a disease of large or giant breeds of dogs, and affects males more commonly than females.

The cause is unknown but there is speculation that it could be caused by a variety of things: a reaction to vaccinations; vitamine C deficiency; genetics; high protein diet; or possibly viral infections. No one knows for sure. Jack's symptoms included very painful joints, high temperature (105.9 degrees), and loss of appetite. Thanks to the quick diagnosis at Dove Lewis and the follow up care of McKenzie Animal Clinic, Jack is almost back to his old puppy exuberance. Jack wouldn't have made it if it wasn't for the quick action of his foster mom and dad, Betty and Dan.

What's ahead for Jack? His vet feels that Jack will make a full recovery and that he'll lead a normal, long Golden life. Betty and Dan are keeping a close eye on him and have already found a potential forever home for him, once GBR has been given the" green light" from McKenzie Animcal Clinic.

Read more about HOD...

All three "Parvo puppies"(Gracie, George and Tiger) have now been adopted by their Foster to Adopt families. Their mother, Lady, is completing her basic obedience training and will also be adopted very soon. A great, big Golden Bond Rescue "Thank you!" goes out to all our adopters, volunteers, and followers for helping these puppies. Without your wonderful support, we would not be able to help as many dogs in need as we do.

Next Meeting: Saturday, February 25, 2012, 3 pm - 5 pm.

Wilsonville Community Center, 7965 SW Wilsonville Rd., Wilsonville

The Golden Bond Rescue Annual General Meeting is held in late winter each year. The meeting is open to the general public and all are welcome to attend (including your dog(s)). We host a variety of presenters speaking on a variety of topics.

This year we are excited to have Debra Mulrooney talk about acupuncture and how it might help your dog. Golden Bond Rescue has used Debra on several occassions with dogs that are suffering from arthritis. The lives of these dogs has been much improved by Debra's magical needles.

We're also very pleased to have long time volunteer Eric Schuman talk about photographing your foster and resident dogs. Eric has taken many, many wonderful photos for GBR over the years and  has graciously offered to share his tips.

If you want to learn more about Golden Bond Rescue and meet many of our volunteers, this is a wonderful opportunity to do so.

Attention Goldens and Humans

Join Us for Our January Golden Walk!

Saturday, February 25, 2011
11:00 am Sharp Walk Begins – Rain or Shine
Everyone Is Welcome!

Wilsonville Community Center: 7965 SW Wilsonville Rd., Wilsonville, OR

Spend a day with Golden Bond Rescue! Come on the monthly walk and stay for the annual meeting. This month, we'll take our traditional pre-Annual Meeting stroll through Memorial Park and the neighborhood surrounding the park.

ALL DOGS ARE WELCOMED — REGARDLESS THE BREED!!

Please note that leashes and poop bags are a must!!