I am one of the smaller goldens (like Sophie) and I am 8 years old and starting my new life which makes me feel like a youngster again. Here’s what happened. The doctor got me all fixed up and then I went to a foster home. I took a long look around and couldn’t see any reason to leave. So we all had a little “talk” and I got everyone to agree with me. Now I’m not the foster dog any more. This is my real home and I have a real mom and dad. Just made everything so much easier didn’t it? No need to pack up and move on to another home. Bet you didn’t know I could be so persuasive! Love, Lucy