Simon

Recently, we decided to get a family dog. It had been a long decision and I was reluctant to get a dog. We already had 2 cats and two parakeets.

We eventually had to bring one of the cats (Lizzy) back to the shelter because she was tearing up the house. Later, one of the parakeets died, leaving us with just one cat and a bird.

So, we decided to get a dog.

Simon is a cool dog. Although the humane society in Coon Rapids, where we picked him up from, said he was a collie mix; I believe he is a golden retriever and German Shepard mix. He has a think coat. His head is all golden with more of a Shepard snout. His body is stocky and powerful and he has the Shepard looking chocolate brown coloring on his back that resembles a saddle.

A very shy dog at first, we had to carry him into the van and into the house. He has mellowed quite a bit and is very affectionate.