DVGRR

11/04/2024

Two great fundraisers that jumpstart your holiday shopping while supporting the DVGRR dogs! Both campaigns are underway!

🎁 Charleston Wrap Fundraiser

This year's Charleston Wrap fundraiser begins on Friday (Nov. 1st). And there's so much more than gift wrap -- candles, gifts, decor, kitchen items, gourmet foods... and more! Click here to check it out and begin shopping, either for gifts for the holiday season or for yourself. https://registercw.com/gateway?organizationMidasId=19808

🎁 Pampered Chef

Thanks to supporter Brenda Rutko, we'll also be holding a Pampered Chef fundraiser, with 25% of all sales donated to DVGRR. Free gift with orders of $90 or more, and free shipping on orders of $150 or more (contiguous U.S.)
Click here to explore and shop. https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/dvgrr1101

11/04/2024

It's National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week! We thank all our supporters, dedicated volunteers, and YOU for making our mission possible, so SHOUT OUT to everyone! Plus, to all our adopters... THANK YOU for giving the DVGRR dogs their extraordinary forever homes! Together, we can provide the DVGRR dogs the love they deserve!

Want to learn more about our program and meet the available DVGRR dogs? Come to our Monthly Open House this Saturday, November 9th, 10AM until noon! Meet the dogs, chat with our staff and volunteers, shop at Pap's Place, take a tour and more!

Details at https://dvgrr.org/adopt/monthlyopenhouse/

11/04/2024

11/04/2024

🐾 Looking to adopt a sweet girl? Meet Twilight Moon! She is a 6-year-old Golden that arrived at DVGRR from a breeder. She loves food and is very food motivated. She’ll need a mentor dog to show her the ropes and help her adjust to life in a home. She’s a quiet and sweet girl and will do best in a laid-back atmosphere. It will take some time for this really sweet girl to warm up and gain confidence and build trust.

🐾 Learn more about her at https://dvgrr.org/dogs/24-250-twilight-moon/ and if you have questions, email [email protected]!

Also, learn more about the ExtraGive, Friday, November 22nd! It's 24 hours of online donating to support the DVGRR dogs! Mark your calendar now! Details at https://dvgrr.org/extragive/ and remember... When You Give Extra, the Dogs Get Extra!

11/03/2024

Did you change all your clocks for Daylight Savings?

You'll want to be on time for our next weekend's Monthly Open House! Saturday, November 9th, from 10AM until noon, come and meet all the available DVGRR dogs! You can learn more about adopting a DVGRR dog, meet our staff and volunteers, shop at Pap's Place, take a tour, and more! Get the details at https://dvgrr.org/adopt/monthlyopenhouse/

Bring a friend, too! Remember, not all dogs appear on our website, and there are usually about 60+ dogs going through our program!

11/02/2024

Our sweetest post ever! Learn more about the event at https://dvgrr.org/extragive/ and remember, all donations no matter the size help the DVGRR dogs get more funds from the stretch pool! So tell your friends and family to save the date, Friday, November 22nd!

11/02/2024

Ready for his forever home, Vesper is a handsome black Lab that originally arrived at DVGRR in 2021 from another shelter after being found as a stray. He’d been adopted and in a home for over a year; however, due to his adopter’s medical issues, he’s been returned to us. This 4-year-old has some specific challenges, including “stranger danger,” and it takes him time to adjust to new people. Once he gets to know you and trusts you, he likes petting and going for walks and is a nice companion. Vesper cannot live with nor interact with other pets or children. He knows a lot of obedience skills and is a staff favorite. He’ll need an experienced dog owner who will need to interact with him several times at Golden Gateway before taking him home.

A generous donor has fully underwritten Vesper’s adoption fee.

Learn more about him at https://dvgrr.org/dogs/21-068-vesper-2023/ and if you have questions, email [email protected]!

What else is Vesper ready for? The , Friday, November 22nd! It's 24 hours of online donating to support the DVGRR dogs! Mark your calendar now! Details at https://dvgrr.org/extragive/ and remember... When You Give Extra, the Dogs Get Extra!

11/02/2024

Two great fundraisers that jumpstart your holiday shopping while supporting the DVGRR dogs! Both start today!

🎁 Charleston Wrap Fundraiser

This year's Charleston Wrap fundraiser begins on Friday (Nov. 1st). And there's so much more than gift wrap -- candles, gifts, decor, kitchen items, gourmet foods... and more! Click here to check it out and begin shopping, either for gifts for the holiday season or for yourself. https://registercw.com/gateway?organizationMidasId=19808

🎁 Pampered Chef

Thanks to supporter Brenda Rutko, we'll also be holding a Pampered Chef fundraiser, with 25% of all sales donated to DVGRR. Free gift with orders of $90 or more, and free shipping on orders of $150 or more (contiguous U.S.)
Click here to explore and shop. https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/dvgrr1101

11/01/2024

2025 DVGRR Calendars are here!

Our beautiful 2025 calendars are now available! They are $24.00 each (including shipping), or if you purchase in-person at Pap's Place, they're $20.00 each.

Click here to purchase online. https://dvgrr.org/shop/2025-dvgrr-calendar-copy/

10/31/2024

Trick or Treaters at the Door... Tips for your dog's health
(If you're a new adopter, here are some tips to help tonight.)

First, do not leave your dog outside and unattended on Halloween. There are vicious people in the world who've been known to tease, injure, or steal pets during the Halloween season. Yes, it's inexcusable, but don't take a chance.

Indoors is the safest place for your dog on Halloween night, but remember that there will be a lot of door-bell ringing and doors opened continually. And those doors will be opened to strangers looking strange. Your dog may panic and try to bolt or may react with uncharacteristic aggression. The best solution is to keep your dog secured in another room or in a crate during the time trick or treaters will be canvassing your neighborhood.

Halloween is a great time to check your dog's collar and tags to make sure both are in good shape! Make sure if you're putting a costume on your dog, it works with his collar and tags remaining on.

Lastly, always ensure you have the latest picture of your dog on your phone, so if your dog slips away to do his own trick or treating, you have a photo to quickly show neighbors who you're looking for. Take a clear head photo and a full body photo, and any other photo noting any special features your dog may have.

Be safe and have fun tonight!

10/31/2024

DVGRR alumni Ginger isn’t spooked by the creepy decor in her neighborhood! Show us some of your Halloween pics and costumes.

10/30/2024

A Very Special Thank You!

Over the years, DVGRR volunteer, Shelby Kramer shared many stories about the rescue and encouraged her dad to choose DVGRR as the recipient for a prestigious award from Carpenter Technology. Rick's team won and presented DVGRR with a check for $20,000!

Here's Rick's explanation of the award process:

Every year Carpenter Technology encourages teams of employees to showcase their accomplishments and impact to the company. Competition categories range from safety initiatives to production improvements to talent engagement. Entries are presented in short videos judged by a board of executives. We refer to them as Impact Awards, and competition is very tight. We have many talented, hard-working employees. Three winners are selected from each of the five categories. This year we had over 120 entries in all five categories.

A top winner is selected for each of the five categories with a grand champion selected as the overall winner. With each win, the teams are given more money to donate to their favorite charity. This year, my team entered a safety video based on our portable lockout station. The portable station was built and used for instructing employees on the rules and reasons behind our lockout program.

We not only won the safety category but took overall grand champion. We chose DVGRR because of all the wonderful stories and positive experiences my daughter, Shelby, has had while volunteering at the rescue. Winning overall champion was beyond our wildest dreams.

On behalf of the Portable Lockout Team, let me say thank you for all you do and the service you provide for our furry friends.

Sincerely,

Rick Kramer, Team Captain

10/30/2024

Ready for her forever home, Rosie #27 is a 4-year-old Golden that originally came from a breeder and her previous owner couldn’t get her to adjust in the home. She’s really great with other dogs and loves to play. She should go to a home with a mentor. Also, her previous owner reported that she had some noise phobia regarding anything loud (e.g., lawn mower, chain saw), so a quiet home will be best. She does okay on leash but is nervous. Rosie is a really sweet girl.

Learn more about her at https://dvgrr.org/dogs/24-191-rosie-27/

If you have questions about Rosie, email [email protected]!

What else is Rosie ready for? The , Friday, November 22nd! It's 24 hours of online donating to support the DVGRR dogs! Mark your calendar now! Details at https://dvgrr.org/extragive/ and remember... When You Give Extra, the Dogs Get Extra!

10/30/2024

Have you signed up for all the latest news from the DVGRR dogs? Get our weekly Golden News delivered right to your email by signing up at https://dvgrr.org/about/news/subscribe-to-dvgrr-e-news/

In this week's issue:
- Congratulations to Our Winners
- A Very Special Thank You!
- Thanks to Everyone Who Celebrated with Us!
- Get Ready for the ExtraGive: Right Now!
- November Fundraisers: Begin Friday
- DVGRR Logo Wear
- Shop 4 Rescue
- New Bark on the Block - Kayla (pictured)
- Canine Health: Trick or Treaters at the Door

Read these full stories at https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Puppy-Naming-Challenge-Winners--Reunion-Recap-and-More.html?soid=1102633925555&aid=2zRmqWoeIME



PA Kennel License #2291

10/30/2024

Ready for his forever home, Oscar #6 is a 4-year-old Golden that was surrendered by his previous owner. He’s a big, handsome boy that’s also very strong. He guards things, so he’ll have to be the only dog in the home, and no cats or kids for him either. He can be nervous in new environments, but once he gets to know you, he’s a really lovable guy and will snuggle up for attention. He likes tennis balls and toys as well as playing tug. Oscar is a sweet boy. Learn more about him at https://dvgrr.org/dogs/24-205-oscar-6/

If you have questions about Oscar, email [email protected]!

What else is Oscar ready for? The , Friday, November 22nd! It's 24 hours of online donating to support the DVGRR dogs! Mark your calendar now! Details at https://dvgrr.org/extragive/ and remember... When You Give Extra, the Dogs Get Extra!

10/29/2024

The Gang’s all here!

10/29/2024

Come and visit Scooby and the Gang at the Adamstown, YMCA Trunk or Treat from 6pm-8pm!
Scooby-Dooby-Doooooo!

10/29/2024

Ready for her forever home, Mirasol is an 8-year-old mini Goldendoodle that arrived at DVGRR from a breeder. Despite her small size, she’s a solid dog. She’s skittish and timid around people but is generally pretty laid back. She’s showing signs of feeling more at ease with people the longer she’s here. This girl needs a patient adopter and a good mentor dog to help her adjust to a new home. It will take time and patience for Mirasol to develop trust and build confidence.

Learn more about her at https://dvgrr.org/dogs/24-134-mirasol/ and if you have questions, email [email protected]!

What else is Mirasol ready for? The , Friday, November 22nd! It's 24 hours of online donating to support the DVGRR dogs! Mark your calendar now! Details at https://dvgrr.org/extragive/ and remember... When You Give Extra, the Dogs Get Extra!