This website, above all, is meant as a tribute to the dogs that have become a part of us through our work, and to the many volunteers who give a second chance to these beautiful animals.

GRRoW is the oldest statewide, all volunteer, non-profit rescue dedicated to helping unwanted, abandoned or surrendered Goldens find forever homes. Since May of 2000, GRRoW has rescued over 1,500 Goldens.

GRRoW's Mission Statement

To encourage and promote responsible dog ownership and to reduce the abuse and neglect of all Golden Retrievers through rehabilitation and adoption.

To do all in our power to assure the humane treatment of Golden Retrievers and to accept unwanted Golden Retrievers, care for them medically, spay/neuter and rehabilitate them and place them in caring homes.

To educate the public in responsible dog ownership to include proper health, spay/neutering, nutrition, training and good canine citizenship.

To discourage unwanted or careless breeding practices and promote humane care for all dogs.

Adopting a Golden

A GRRoW volunteer will meet with you in your home, to help you find the most suitable rescue Golden for your family.  For more information, please read our Adoption FAQ.

Surrendering a Golden

If you are looking to surrender a Golden, contact GRRoW's Surrender Hotline at 888-655-4753.  Once passing a temperament assessment, surrendered Goldens will be fostered in the home of a qualified GRRoW volunteer.  When the foster home is ready, they will start looking for the Golden's new permanent home.

Success Stories

GRRoW welcomes you to read the success stories from some of our adoptive homes.  If you have adopted a Golden from GRRoW, we encourage you to share your story.

Awards

Just Dog Breeds "Dog Rescue Award"

The Just Dog Breeds "Dog Rescue Award" is awarded exclusively to breed rescue groups as recognition for their hard work and kindness towards dogs.  They have chosen GRRoW as one of the rescues to receive this award for 2007. 

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