Goldee

My story

Meet Goldee: the emotional support enigma you never knew you needed. She thinks she wants your attention—until, of course, you give it to her. Then it’s “Oh no, not like that, Susan!” She’s like a walking contradiction wrapped in fluff and confusion: happy-go-lucky with a dash of “don’t look at me,” sprinkled with unpredictable affection and mild social anxiety. Basically, if a Pinterest board of inspirational quotes came to life as a dog, it would be Goldee. Loyal-ish. Loving-ish. And in true Berner mix fashion, you’ve gotta earn those cuddles. We're talking courtship-level commitment here. But once you’re in? Oh, you’re in. She’ll glue herself to your side like a needy weighted blanket with fur, and forget about ever peeing alone again. She’s quirky, and she’s one emotional breakthrough away from becoming your shadow. Good luck. Goldee is a 3-year-old, 30lb Bernedoodle—which, for those who don’t keep up with designer dog lingo, is just a Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle mix with a marketing team. Basically, she's a mutt with a fancy name and a fluff quota that could rival a Build-a-Bear factory. Goldee came to us after her original humans (the grandparents) could no longer care for her, and her next human had a schedule so packed even she couldn’t pencil herself in. So now Goldee’s looking for a new gig—preferably one where someone is actually home and willing to negotiate the terms of affection on her timeline.Goldee is still figuring out this whole “other dog” thing. You can almost see the gears turning in her floofy little head as she watches them—tail wagging, eyes wide, wanting so badly to join in... but with all the social grace of someone who just crash-landed on planet Friendship. She’s excited, unsure, and definitely didn’t get the memo on how playgroups work, but bless her heart, she’s trying. Cats and small critters? Oh, she loves them. Loves them so much that if they run, she simply must chase—because obviously that’s just how you say hello, right? It’s all in good fun, but maybe no high-speed fluffballs in her immediate future unless they enjoy dramatic reenactments of National Geographic chase scenes. As for new people, Goldee takes the "silent observation and quiet judgment" approach. She’s not going to fling herself at you like some golden retriever on espresso. No, she’s more of the “stand over here and stare into your soul” type until she’s decided if you’re worthy of her friendship. And kids? Jury’s still out. She hasn’t cast her vote yet, but if they’re calm, slow-moving, and maybe offer cheese, she’ll probably approve of their existence eventually. Goldee’s energy level falls somewhere between a squirrel on espresso and a toddler full of birthday cake—so let’s go ahead and pencil her in at a solid 9 out of 10. She’s got the enthusiasm of a Jack Russell trapped in a doodle’s floofy body, and she’s not afraid to use it (mostly in bursts of zoomy confusion and social awkwardness). If Goldee were your road trip buddy, buckle up—literally. Because she has no chill, no boundaries, and absolutely no understanding of personal space. She’ll need help getting in the car (drama queen) and then promptly attempt to launch herself into your lap while you’re trying to drive. Think “overexcited toddler at Disneyland,” except with fur and less regard for traffic laws. You’ll need to strap her in because otherwise, she’s riding shotgun (or your lap) whether you like it or not. As for adventures, she might be into them eventually… once she decides her humans are trustworthy enough to escort her into the great outdoors. But let’s be real—she’s currently leaning more toward “quirky homebody who likes to flirt with the idea of adventure but would actually prefer to stay home and mentally prepare for social interaction.” Her overall temperament? Picture a happy-go-lucky weirdo who runs up like she wants love and then immediately regrets her life choices when you try to pet her. She’s like a flirty ghost—appears out of nowhere, gives you heart eyes, then vanishes when you reach out. She’s quirky, unsure, and 87% made of vibes. Favorite activities? All of them. She wants to interact with everyone... she just doesn’t know how. She’s the social butterfly who forgot how wings work, fluttering around in circles, desperately trying to make friends while broadcasting “I’m friendly!” in every language except dog. She’s not exactly the hostess with the mostest—but she wants to be. Living situation? She’d love a securely fenced yard to bounce around in while pretending to be brave. But an apartment could also work if her people are committed to giving her regular walks and pep talks along the way. Bonus points if you speak fluent awkward doodle. In short: Goldee is a walking contradiction in a curly coat, and she's delightfully weird. Apply accordingly. Potty trained? Absolutely. Goldee does her business outside like the civilized lady she is—because squatting in the living room is so last season. As for the kennel? Oh, she’s a total rule follower. A real gold star student. She marches into her crate like it’s her personal studio apartment and settles in without protest. Surprisingly, Goldee is not out here living her best raccoon life. She’s not a chewer, doesn’t believe in counter surfing, skips the trash buffet entirely, and has zero interest in turning your backyard into an archaeological site. Basically, she’s the kind of dog who makes you question if she’s up to something... because no one is this well-behaved without an ulterior motive. Goldee falls into the “casual commentator” category—think less 24/7 news anchor and more sassy neighbor who only speaks up when something truly needs to be said. You know, like “Hey, that squirrel looked at me weird” or “I’m 97% sure that Amazon guy is shady.” Basically, she's got thoughts—and she’ll share them, but only when it's really worth interrupting her own vibe. So if you’ve made it this far and somehow still don’t think Goldee is the weird little delight your life’s been missing… we can’t help you. But if you're ready to win her love like it’s a dramatic season finale and bask in the glow of a dog who will soon be dubbed as your soul dog—congratulations, you may be worthy. Fill out that adoption app at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app, and we’ll send it over to her foster family for review. But fair warning: if approved, you’ll need to pick up Her Royal Quirkiness in Hutchinson, KS. No private jet arrivals or red carpet rollouts required—just snacks, patience, and a willingness to be mildly ignored before being obsessively loved.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Goldee, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.