Bentley

My name is Bentley.  I was rescued from the Terre Haute Humane Society by a lady who was rescuing Goldens on her own.  She had an older male Maltese who didn’t like me, so she contacted GRRACE to find me a new home.  Before I went to my foster home, I went through a battle with kennel cough, and that was no fun. I am so lovable that I was only at my foster home a few days before a really great couple came to see me and fell in love with me.  I now live on a farm with lots of room to run .  I also have a seven year old Golden sister at home who loves to play with me .  

Like many rescue dogs, I have had to overcome some fears. I used to cower when anyone would try to pet me. I didn’t know how nice some people could be.  I also would gobble my food down, because I thought someone would take it away from me if I didn’t get to it fast.  Now I chew every bite because I know there is plenty.  When I was at my foster home, I couldn’t even go up and down the stairs, and now I can take them two at a time.  With love and patience from my new mom and dad and sister, I have learned to conquer my fears. 

I love attention and can never seem to get enough loving. Early on, my mom and dad discovered that I am a lap dog.  I love to sit in their laps in the evenings while we watch TV.  I also love to play with all of my new toys and chase tennis balls in the yard. 

Many people tell me that I am a lucky dog for finding such a good home, but my mom and dad say that they are the lucky ones for finding me.  I hear them say that I have brought them so much joy and laughter with my wonderful, loving personality.