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Sunshine Golden Retriever Rescue

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Sunshine Golden Retriever Rescue

SGRR is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that rescues Golden Retrievers, We place dogs from NJ to ME. A patient and loving owner can make all the difference.

Sunshine Golden Retriever Rescue is a 501c3 registered rescue group. Since 2005, the volunteers of SGRR rescue Golden Retrievers who have been abandoned, abused or relinquished by their owners. We are dedicated to finding the best possible homes for Golden Retrievers and Retriever mixes in need. Our Rescued Dogs
Overall, our Goldens and Golden-hearted dogs make wonderful pets and adjust well to th

eir new families. Although it does happen, SGRR rarely has “perfect” dogs in our rescue. We want our applicants to also know that rescued dogs come from a variety of backgrounds. Some dogs are older dogs, including well-behaved and cared for pets whose owners have become ill or died. Many rescued dogs will require continued behavioral work due to a lack of training, neglect, or abuse in the dog’s previous setting. From experience, we know that these dogs with “endearing imperfections” can move forward, provided their new family gives them necessary guidance and direction. Love is crucial, but love alone is not enough. Boundaries must be set and rules must be established. Strong human leadership is mandatory. The joys of seeing these Goldens become the devoted and contented pets they were meant to be is remarkable. Going one step further, SGRR often takes in dogs that might appear “less adoptable” because of the physical conditions in which they have been found. We lovingly nurse the dogs back to health and find them homes that provide that extra TLC these dogs need. Our adoption process begins when a homeless Golden Retriever is brought into rescue. Each dog is first provided a medical assessment and any necessary treatment including spaying or neutering, heartworm treatment, and vaccinations. We begin evaluating each dog's personality and temperament from the moment they are welcomed into our rescue. We attempt to assess each dog's behavior with other dogs, children, adults, and other animals when available. We observe our dogs to determine their level of house training, crate training, leash skills, knowledge of commands, ability to ride in cars, activity level, and exercise needs. Then, we carefully select homes based on the needs of each individual Golden or Golden-hearted dog. Owners of rescued dogs can share with you that often their “ideal” dog turned out to be the one that did not immediately catch their eye, but were receptive to the suggestions of SGRR’s placement coordinators. At SGRR, our goal is to match the dog’s needs with the best home among our approved applicants. We encourage our applicants to keep open minds in terms of their preferences.

12/19/2025

Our favorite kind too .. minus the clean up after 😅 Have pictures of yours to share? Share yours below!

12/02/2025

It's officially December and Giving Tuesday.. we're kicking off today and the month with our lovely tradition of decorating a window with graphic dedications on our website. This effort is to raise funds will starts today, 12/2/2025, and will run through the end of the year. However, if you would like a dedication to appear in the window in time for Christmas, we must receive your request no later than 12/20/2025.

Each year we honor our loved ones with a donation and short dedication which will be represented by colored snowflakes, candles, snowman, or our beloved doggy-in-the-window!

Celebrate the special people or furry friends in your life with a dedication that raises money for our wonderful rescue. Knowing that your gift in someone’s name goes on to help our current pups waiting for their forever home or enables us to save more dogs in the future makes it so worthwhile. Best of all, there are no sizes to remember or gift receipts involved!! Dedication amounts are shown below.

If you pay via PayPal or Venmo, please indicate your donation is for the holiday window and include your message in the "note to seller" space on the PayPal or Venmo portal. You may use the Paypal portal to pay by credit card even if you do not have a Paypal account. If you prefer, you can send a check to SGRR, PO Box 403, Fairhope, AL 36533, but we cannot guarantee it will be received in a timely manner. If you would like an email acknowledgement to be sent, please include the email address of the person (or pet) to whom you have made a dedication and we can let them know a donation has been made and refer them to our website to see it.

You must send your Paypal or Venmo receipt to Jess Dixon at [email protected] with the details of your dedication. Please use this link to reach the Paypal and Venmo payment page: https://sunshinegoldenrescue.com/paypal--credit-cards.html

If you need additional information or have any questions, please contact Jess. Thank you and Happy Holidays!

Red snowflake - $10
Blue snowflake - $20
Green snowflake - $50
Gold snowflake - $100
Lit candle - $200
Snowman in Window - $300
Golden in Window - $500

12/01/2025

It's Cyber Monday and most may be buying gifts, but why stop there? Adopt a dog with SGRR and give these loving pups the opportunity to enjoy these wonderful holidays with a family of their very own!

Have you checked out our current adoptable dogs who are ready for their forever home?!
If you've been planning to rescue a dog, add an additional dog to your family or know of someone looking to adopt, take a look! If you're not in a place to adopt right now, please share our organization with your friends and family and let's help with adoptions. Thanks in advance!

Current available dogs (updated frequently):
https://www.sunshinegoldenrescue.com/adoptable-dogs.html
If you are approved and have questions about a specific dog, contact the person listed on the dog's bio page. If you have questions in general, please reach out to: [email protected]

11/27/2025

Gobble, Gobble, Gobble... Happy Thanksgiving! Our SGRR team and our SGRR dogs are beyond grateful for each of our followers, adopters, fosters, volunteers and donaters, day in and day out - thank you for all that you do in supporting us and giving these wonderful pups the homes and love they greatly deserve. ❤️

11/19/2025

Life is everchanging and one of those changes can involve adding a new member to your family, whether you're expecting a baby, planning to bring home another dog or add a cat/another animal to your mix. Just with anything, it's important to prepare in advance. If you have time in advance, start preparing for those changes and take time to train with your dog, which will ultimately set them and this new change up for success! Here's just a few things to keep in mind when preparing to introduce a new member to your family and how to make sure your dog is both included and considered during this life change:
1. Research ways to prepare - look online, seek help through resources (your rescue/shelter, dog trainer, etc)
2. Consistency with training and preparation - take the time to work through these new commands, introduction to new accessories (Ie walks with the new baby stroller, baby doll to incude with you, dog gate, smelling of new items, etc
3. Set up additional care/help for the introduction and care after (an additional person to help manage your dog as your making a new introduction, writing out a plan related to your current dog's schedule/feedings, etc)
4. Most importantly, have patience! It's imperative to realize this is a change for everyone and especially your existing dog. It's important to try to keep some of your current routine in place and ensure attention doesn't diminish during this change. Your dog needs to feel supported, heard, loved, so they know that although there's change, they are still an important figure in your life.

11/14/2025

November is also Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Our pets are members of our family and when something as detrimental as cancer affects them it’s heartbreaking.

Sadly, over 60% of Golden Retrievers will develop cancer during their lifetime. The Morris Foundation, a well-known animal health research organization, created the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, an observational investigation which examines cancer and other canine diseases in Goldens.

Researchers will follow 3,000 golden retrievers from puppyhood to the end of their lives. For inclusion in the study, the golden must be under 2 years of age and in possession of a three-generation pedigree. For more information go to http://www.caninelifetimehealth.org

11/11/2025

November is dedicated to adopting a senior! As you know, pets are the easiest way to bring warmth into your life. So if you are thinking about getting a pet, consider opening your heart to a senior animal. Puppies are cute, but adopting a senior animal can be a life-changing experience for you and that pet. Not only are older pets often easier to handle, but they are just as loyal and loving as the younger ones. The ASPCA and petfinder.com founded Adopt a Senior Pet Month to help improve the perception surrounding senior pets.

SGRR has a soft spot for senior pets, and many of our adopters choose a senior dog over a puppy time and time again! Click below for information on adopting senior pets.

https://dogtime.com/trending/18712-november-is-national-adopt-a-senior-pet-month

11/07/2025

Want to get involved and help dogs in need, but don't know where to get started?!

Here at SGRR we continue to be able to give dogs in need the rehabilitation and medical care they need, in preparation for them being adopted and joining families like yours. We're able to do this with continuous support, donations, volunteers, fosters and adopters. We know this year has been challenging for many, for many different reasons, but if you have the ability and are able to donate or continue to support SGRR and future SGRR dogs, through donating, volunteering, fostering and even adopting, please know how much it really does make a difference.

You can donate here: https://www.sunshinegoldenrescue.com/paypal--credit-cards.html
You can see our current, available dogs here and check out our adoption process on our website: https://www.sunshinegoldenrescue.com/adoptable-dogs.html
You can learn about volunteering here: https://www.sunshinegoldenrescue.com/volunteer1.html
You can learn about fostering here: https://www.sunshinegoldenrescue.com/fostering.html

10/21/2025

We're so grateful for our Veterans and because of the ones who have served, continue to serve and who have unfortunately lost their lives, we as Americans are able to live freely. Did you know there's a holiday geared about Pets for Veterans? Today, 10/21 is dedicated to spreading awareness of the emotional needs of veterans and assist them in transitioning back into civilian life. Since then, there have been a variety of services created to help provide a service dog to Vets in need, which is amazing.

Looking for ways to help support this cause? Consider visiting a shelter or contact SGRR to offer to pay it forward by covering an adoption fee for a Veteran. Collect toys for animals and donate them to your local shelter. Say 'Thank You" by visiting a VA facility and thanking Veterans for their service, not just during their service period, but even afterwards as they continue to cope with their time serving.

10/13/2025

Did you know that Mast Cell Tumors represent 14-21% of all skin tumors in dogs? And certain breeds, like Retrievers, etc are more susceptible to getting them? Our marketing "guru" Tiina recent lost her dog of 11 1/2 years, Jackson, to Mast Cell Tumor (MCT), a type of cancer. Tiina shares that "It was quick, aggressive and a silent killer. It all started with one lump that appeared to be an 'abscess' to their vet and shortly after was biopsied, finding it to be stage 3 MCT, the highest grade. Jackson's family searched for options to treat, both holistic and traditional and researching the disease and implemented holistic options first, as they waited to see an oncologist. It was within a one week span that Jackson's condition worsened and they found it had spread internally to many organs and resulted in internal bleeding of his GI tract. They had started chemo, but it was too late and he was dying". Jackson left behind his SGRR brother, Arlo, his two human sisters, Emmeline and Luciana and his human parents, Tiina and Greg. "We miss him every single moment of every single day. We want to spread awareness and help educate others, so you can save your "Jackson", when we couldn't. If anyone has any questions or wants to reach out, comment on the post and I will be happy to share anything and everything that I've learned about this terrible disease".

In the meantime, here's some information about Mast Cell Tumors so you can be educated and aware of what to look for. As always, for anything medical, please work with your veterinarian.

Mast Cell Tumors (MCTs) are the most common skin cancer in dogs, appearing as varied lumps and skin growths. While they primarily affect older dogs of any breed, some breeds like Boxers and Bulldogs are predisposed. Early detection through regular physical checks for lumps, followed by a biopsy for diagnosis and grading, is crucial for a good prognosis, as low-grade MCTs are common, and effective treatments like surgery or injections exist.

What to Know About Mast Cell Tumors

Prevalence:

MCTs are the most common skin tumor in dogs, accounting for about 20% of all skin tumors.

Appearance:

They can vary widely in appearance, from small, hairless nodules to larger, ulcerated masses, or even diffuse lesions.

Location:

While most common on the trunk, limbs, and head/neck, they can also affect internal organs.

Age and Breed:

MCTs are more common in older dogs but can occur at any age and affect all breeds, though some breeds, such as Boxers, Pugs, Boston Terriers, and Bulldogs, are more predisposed.

Why Awareness Matters in 2025

Early Detection: Early detection through routine physical exams is key for better outcomes.

Biopsy for Grading: A biopsy is necessary to determine the tumor's grade, which greatly influences the prognosis and treatment plan.

Prognosis: Low-grade MCTs (the most common type) generally have a good prognosis, while high-grade tumors have a much poorer outlook, especially if untreated.

What to Do If You Find a Lump

Perform Regular Self-Exams: Check your dog for any new or changing lumps and bumps.

Consult Your Veterinarian: Schedule an immediate veterinary appointment to have any suspicious lumps examined.

Consider Proactive Screening: For high-risk breeds or for peace of mind, discuss proactive screening options with your vet.

10/11/2025

Today is the final day to submit pictures for the 2026 SGRR calendar!

This year's entry fee is $40. Submit 2 pictures per entry fee, and one of them is assured to be included in the calendar. (Your entry fee also includes one calendar.) Send us your best, highest resolution shots of your furkids - and get creative – we love to see seasonal shots, holiday shots, action shots, etc. Please note – we only have spaces for 50 pictures, so make sure you don’t wait until the last minute to submit your pictures!

Once again we will be running a contest for you to help us choose the 2026 Cover Dog, so make sure you note in your entry as to whether you would like your dog to be entered into the cover contest. The Cover Dog position only goes to a SGRR rescue dog, so please indicate in your email submission whether or not your dog/dogs you submit are SGRR rescues. Any dog can be featured inside the calendar regardless of being an SGRR dog or not. More details to come as we get a little closer to the deadline.

Please make sure you include your name and your dog(s)’s name(s) in your email – if there are multiple dogs in a picture, please try and be as specific as you can be. Photos should only contain dogs – no humans, please. We will send you an email confirmation when we receive your photos, so if you don't get a confirmation please follow up - we want to make sure that everyone's submissions make it into the calendar!

Please use the Paypal link on the website - https://www.sunshinegoldenrescue.com/paypal--credit-cards.html to pay for your entries (make sure you note that the donation is for the calendar). Email your entries with your Paypal receipt to [email protected].

This year we will be accepting entries between September 29-October 11th - that's just two weeks, so make sure you get those pictures in!

Thank you, as always, for your past and continued support. We could not do what we do without our amazing group of volunteers, fosters and adoptive families.

10/10/2025

Only 2 more days left to submit pictures for the 2026 SGRR calendar!

This year's entry fee is $40. Submit 2 pictures per entry fee, and one of them is assured to be included in the calendar. (Your entry fee also includes one calendar.) Send us your best, highest resolution shots of your furkids - and get creative – we love to see seasonal shots, holiday shots, action shots, etc. Please note – we only have spaces for 50 pictures, so make sure you don’t wait until the last minute to submit your pictures!

Once again we will be running a contest for you to help us choose the 2026 Cover Dog, so make sure you note in your entry as to whether you would like your dog to be entered into the cover contest. The Cover Dog position only goes to a SGRR rescue dog, so please indicate in your email submission whether or not your dog/dogs you submit are SGRR rescues. Any dog can be featured inside the calendar regardless of being an SGRR dog or not. More details to come as we get a little closer to the deadline.

Please make sure you include your name and your dog(s)’s name(s) in your email – if there are multiple dogs in a picture, please try and be as specific as you can be. Photos should only contain dogs – no humans, please. We will send you an email confirmation when we receive your photos, so if you don't get a confirmation please follow up - we want to make sure that everyone's submissions make it into the calendar!

Please use the Paypal link on the website - https://www.sunshinegoldenrescue.com/paypal--credit-cards.html to pay for your entries (make sure you note that the donation is for the calendar). Email your entries with your Paypal receipt to [email protected].

This year we will be accepting entries between September 29-October 11th - that's just two weeks, so make sure you get those pictures in!

Thank you, as always, for your past and continued support. We could not do what we do without our amazing group of volunteers, fosters and adoptive families.

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Port Washington, NY
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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm

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http://www.sunshinegoldenrescue.com/

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