roxy hart

    Meet Roxy Hart  Roxy Hart is a beautiful 6-year-old Golden Retriever with the sweetest, gentlest soul. She may not be the dog who runs up to greet you on day one—but give her patience, kindness, and a little time, and you'll get to watch something pretty special happen: Roxy learns that you're safe, and then she lets you into her world. Roxy is incredibly shy and timid when meeting new adults and adjusting to unfamiliar surroundings. She needs a family who understands that trust may take a few weeks, not a few hours. She should never be rushed or forced into interactions. Once she feels safe, though, Roxy begins to bond deeply with her people—and children seem to have a shortcut straight to her heart. Roxy absolutely loves kids. She tends to warm up to children more quickly than adults and has formed a particularly sweet bond with her 11-year-old foster brother, often choosing to sleep with him at night. Because of her sensitive nature, a home with kind, dog-savvy children ages 8 and older would be a wonderful fit. And then there are BALLS.  Tennis balls, soccer balls, random balls in the yard—Roxy isn't picky. Chasing balls is one of her very favorite things, and she'll happily play fetch with a little companion for as long as they're willing to keep throwing. Outside is truly Roxy's happy place. She loves having room to explore, sniff, run, and simply be a Golden Retriever. Because of this, a large, securely fenced backyard is a must for Roxy's forever home. Roxy is also:  Fully house-trained with zero accidents in her foster home  Leash trained  Incredibly gentle and submissive, with no aggression observed  Calm and unbothered by other dogs encountered on walks. (Roxy previously lived in a home with another dog, and we believe a calm, confident canine companion could be wonderful for her. Another dog may help show Roxy that her new home and people are safe and help her continue building confidence.) Cats are currently an unknown for Roxy, as she has not had the opportunity to be properly introduced to or tested around a cat. She has, however, been wonderfully gentle with her foster family's guinea pig and seems quite fond of her tiny foster roommate!  While that's an encouraging sign of her gentle nature around a small animal, any home with cats should plan on slow, careful introductions. There are a couple of other things Roxy's future family should know. Crates are scary for her and cause significant anxiety, so a traditional crating routine would not be appropriate for Roxy. She is also frightened by thunderstorms and may search for the smallest hiding spot she can squeeze herself into when the thunder starts. During storms, she'll need a family willing to give her a safe place, reassurance, and some extra love. Most importantly, Roxy needs someone who isn't looking for instant gratification. She needs a person or family willing to let her decompress. Let her observe. Let her decide when she's ready to come closer. Celebrate the little victories—the first time she approaches you on her own, the first time she relaxes beside you, and the moment you realize she has decided you are her person. Roxy isn't lacking love. She's simply learning that it's safe to give it. Give this sweet girl patience, consistency, a fenced yard, plenty of balls, and a home where she feels secure, and you'll be rewarded with one incredibly loyal Golden girl who just needed someone willing to give her the time to bloom.  Important Medical Information About Roxy Roxy is currently heartworm positive and undergoing treatment. She will also be spayed as part of her veterinary care. Because of her treatment and recovery needs, Roxy is expected to remain in foster care for approximately 75 days before transitioning to her forever home. An earlier transition may be considered only if an approved adopter is able and willing to strictly follow all veterinary instructions and restrictions associated with her heartworm treatment. Roxy has also been diagnosed with hip dysplasia. She does not require surgery at this time, but surgery is expected to be needed in the next few years. Potential adopters should understand and be prepared for the future veterinary care and financial responsibility associated with her hips. None of this slows down Roxy’s ability to steal hearts. We simply want her future family to understand her medical needs upfront and be fully prepared to give her the long-term care she deserves. An Adoption Application for this dog can be found and submitted online. http://www.angelsrescue.org/adopt/adoption-forms  Please be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/angelsrescue.  Email inquiry@angelsrescue.org  Note: Some apartments and neighborhoods have breed restrictions. We verify rental policies and adhere to any regulations. Please ensure you understand those restrictions before choosing a dog.          September 16, 2026, 8:15 am