It doesn’t matter if you were once rich, or poor…
are powerful, or petite…
young or old.
Here, we are all equal dogs, and we’re all in this journey together.
At the rescue, we don’t allow mouthy behavior.
Being rude will get you schooled.
And not playing nicely with others will quickly earn you a time out.
Frustration is normal, but it doesn’t give you a green light to hurt others.
Good social skills are not just encouraged – they are expected.
Actions have consequences, but corrections are delivered with kindness.
Here, we live, work, and play according to the Golden Rule –
and we expect our canines to become good citizens.
In light of this week’s (continuing) headlines, I can’t help but wonder: Shouldn’t we expect the same of people, too?
“Three things in human life are important: The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind, and the third is to be kind.”
– Henry James
Gardens For Goldens 
Love, love, love the Gardens For Goldens blog and photographs. Thank you!
Thank you, Andrea.
Beautifully written! And wonderful accompanying images. Thank you, and I have passed along to your rescue brothers and sisters in Oregon.
Thank you, Eric!
Great photos and captions! And a perfect and timely quote from Henry James! Thank you!
I think as a society we have forgotten much of what we learned about kindness, understanding, and tolerance.
Sadly, it might take something monumental to remind us. Sometimes, we have difficulty retraining what we learn.
If humans could match a fraction of their loving spirits, the world would be a place worth living in. Thanks for the uplifting pictures of angels!
Agreed, Reena! Thank you for visiting and commenting.
Amen! Unfortunately it seems some folks were either never taught the golden rule; or they were taught and chose to forget the lesson. And then there are some who seem to believe it only applies to everyone else. Sad. Very sad. But at least those of us who (at least try to) live by it also teach it to others.
Just like we tell our new adopters…training is for life. 🙂
Love it! 😍
I’m thinking there are a lot of humans who could use some time at Homeward Bound for a little socialization and obedience lessons. Excellent post!
So beautifully said. My sentiments exactly.