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Founded in 2001, Golden Retriever Freedom Rescue is a 100% all-volunteer run organization, in Denver, Colorado.

GRFR is a nonprofit, charitable 501(c)(3) Our mission is to rescue, foster, rehabilitate and adopt Golden Retrievers and Golden-like mixes. LOCATION: Denver Colorado
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Founded in 2001, Golden Retriever Freedom Rescue (GRFR) is a nonprofit, charitable
501(c)(3) 100 % unpaid Volunteer Rescue/Foster-Based organization. We are a passionate group of animal lovers dedicated to rescuing

and rehabilitating Golden Retrievers in need. Our mission is simple yet powerful - to provide these beloved and majestic creatures with a second chance at life and the opportunity to experience the unconditional love they deserve. With unwavering commitment and the support of our amazing volunteers, we work tirelessly to rescue Golden Retrievers/Mixed Breeds from neglect, abuse, and abandonment, providing them with essential medical care, grooming, and plenty of tender loving care. Our ultimate goal is to find each rescue dog their perfect forever home, where they can live out their golden years as cherished family members. Together, we believe in making a difference, one wagging tail at a time. Join us in our journey of compassion and hope as we strive to give these beautiful souls the freedom they so rightfully deserve. Our Mission:
Our mission is to rescue, foster, rehabilitate and adopt abused, neglected, and unwanted Golden Retrievers and Mixed Breed Dogs to permanent homes. All of our Goldens/Mixed Breeds are currently in foster homes which enables GRFR to better assess the temperament of each Golden/Mixed Breed for matching to the appropriate permanent home and provides prospective owners the opportunity to visit the Golden/Mixed Breed in a non-kennel environment.

14/10/2025

🐾💛 Adopting a Former Commercial Breeder Dog 💛🐾

When you open your heart and home to a former commercial breeder dog, you’re giving a very special pup their first true chance at life. Many of these dogs have never lived inside a home, walked on grass, played with toys, or known the gentle touch of a loving hand. 💔

These incredible dogs need time, patience, and—most of all—love as they learn what it means to be part of a family. 💕

Here are a few tips to help them adjust:
✨ Give them space: Let them explore at their own pace. A quiet, safe area helps them feel secure.
✨ Establish a routine: Consistency builds trust. Regular feeding, walks, and bedtime help them feel safe and confident.
✨ Go slow with affection: Many breeder dogs aren’t used to human touch. Sit nearby, speak softly, and let them come to you when they’re ready.
✨ Celebrate small victories: The first tail wag, the first nap outside the crate, the first toy they pick up—these are huge milestones. 🎉
✨ Lean on your resident dogs (if you have them): Former breeder dogs often learn by watching other dogs who already know the ropes.

The transformation is nothing short of magical—watching fear turn into trust, and seeing a once-timid dog discover joy for the first time. 💛

To everyone who’s adopted one of these brave souls—thank you for believing in them. You’re changing lives, one patient moment at a time. 🐕

13/10/2025

💖 Adoption Update: Lil’ Miss Popsicle (Poppy!) 💖

It’s been about 4 weeks since Lil’ Miss found her forever home, and she’s officially blossomed into Lil’ Miss Popsicle—aka Poppy! 🐾✨

When she first arrived, she was shy and reserved. But with patience, love, and a little food motivation (breakfast is at exactly 7:00 a.m. and dinner no later than 6:00 😉), Poppy has settled right into her new family’s routine… or maybe they’ve settled into hers!

Poppy now greets people with tail wags, adores every dog she meets (she’s already made 10+ new pup friends!), and enjoys her daily walks. She has her own toy box, loves pulling out every single toy, and gets the zoomies whenever the mood strikes.

She’s already been on her first camping trip, discovered the joy of golf cart rides, and even tagged along to a Dock Dogs event—maybe one day she’ll give water sports or Barn Hunt a try!

Her family says: “We were hoping for a playful puppy when we first started our search, and I think we have found a 4 ½-year-old, housebroken puppy in Poppy. She’s the perfect fit for us, and we hope she feels the same.” 💕

Thank you to her foster Tracey for helping Poppy find her way home—she’s living her best life now!

📸 Drop a comment if your GRFR alum has a “pup-sicle” nickname too!

13/10/2025

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11/10/2025

🐾 Pupdate on Ruby! 🐾

We loooooove Ruby! 💕 She’s settling in beautifully and enjoying life with her new buddy, Cooper. The two of them have become fast friends and are having a blast together! 🐕🐕‍🦺

Ruby is still a little skittish at times (and we’re still working on not bolting after those tempting rabbits on walks 🐇😅), but she’s making wonderful progress each day.

Here’s a sweet snapshot of her enjoying some time out back—just before the rain started! 🌦️💛

We’re so happy to see Ruby thriving and can’t wait for more updates as she continues to blossom in her forever home!

11/10/2025

🎃🐾 You're Invited to the GRFR Howl-O-Ween Costume Crawl! 🐾🎃
Hosted by The Monkey Barrel

👻 Join us at The Monkey Barrel
📍 4401 Tejon St, Denver, CO 80211
🗓 Saturday, October 25th | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Dress up your dog (and yourself if you're feeling spooky!) and join us for a burger, beer and some dog-gone fun!

Don’t miss out on the costumes, cocktails, and canine cuteness!
Visit our event page and follow our posts for entry details and contest rules.

🐶 All proceeds benefit Golden Retriever Freedom Rescue
We can’t wait to see your boo-tiful pups!

09/10/2025

🐾💛 Nugget, now Suzy in her furever home 💛🐾

Remember Nugget? She’s now Suzy, and she’s doing absolutely wonderful in her forever home! 🥰

Suzy is the most affectionate girl — she adores her kids, her kitty sibling, and brings so much love to her family every single day. She’s great with other dogs and enjoys her time both on and off leash at the dog park. 🐕‍🦺🐾

Her family is still helping her build confidence around men and strangers, but she’s making great progress. With love and patience, this sweet girl continues to shine. 🌟

Her adopters say, “We love her so much — she completes our family.” 💕

We couldn’t ask for a happier ending for this beautiful girl. Way to go, Suzy! 🐶✨

09/10/2025

🎉 Gotcha Day Celebration for Aggie! 🎉

Happy Gotcha Day to sweet Agnus Ann — aka Aggie! 💛

It’s hard to believe how far this beautiful girl has come. When she first joined her forever family, she had a few tough moments (including an emergency blanket-chewing incident that required surgery 😅), but with love and patience, she’s now 100% the best girl! 🥰

Aggie and her brother Frank are inseparable — even though they have four beds, they insist on squeezing into the smallest one possible. 🐶💞 She’s also besties with the family cat, and the two love to snuggle.

After a year in her loving home, Aggie has truly blossomed. She’s playful, silly, and insists on a daily tug-of-war session with her beloved stuffed duck and broccoli before she’ll even go outside. 😂 And that once-bare tail? It’s now a magnificent, groomed-to-perfection, 6-inch supermodel tail!

Her vet says she’s in top shape — and we agree she’s a total stunner, inside and out. 🌟

Happy Gotcha Day, Aggie! You’re living proof that love heals, and we couldn’t be happier for you and your wonderful family. 💛

07/10/2025

🐾💛 We Need Your Help, GRFR Family! 💛🐾

We currently have three amazing dogs looking for their forever homes — and we know their perfect families are out there! Could it be you? 🥰

💛 Meet AnnaMay – our 8-year-old yellow lab love bug!
She’s a gentle soul who adores her people and loves following her foster mom around. She’s great with other dogs and has a calm, easygoing energy. AnnaMay is learning about the world with bravery and love every day.
✅ Great with dogs (MUST GO TO A HOME WITH ANOTHER DOG)
✅ Calm and affectionate
✅ Loves food (and could use a few extra pounds 😉)
✅ Learning leash skills
This petite girl will melt your heart. 💕

💛 Meet Dodger – our 9-year-old golden retriever sweetheart! MUST GO TO A HOME WITH ANOTHER DOG
Dodger’s heart is as big as his smile. He loves exploring, chasing balls, and soaking up all the affection he can get. He’s wonderful in his kennel, gets along with other dogs, and is learning leash manners like a champ.
✅ Great with dogs
✅ Gentle and curious
✅ Motivated by love (more than treats!)
He’d love a calm, playful canine sibling to show him the ropes. 🐕

💛 Meet Jasmine – affectionately known as “Tater Tot”!
This 5-year-old mini goldendoodle is small but mighty (and working on slimming down those adorable curves 🐾). Jasmine loves to cuddle, nap by your side, and follow her foster mom everywhere.
✅ Housetrained superstar
✅ Great with big dogs
✅ Sweet, gentle, and ready to bond
She’s a smart, loving little girl with a heart full of doodle love to give. 💛

Each of these dogs has so much love to offer — they just need their people to make their happily ever after complete.

👉 Apply today at goldenretrieverfreedom.com

Help us spread the word — share this post and let’s find AnnaMay, Dodger, and Jasmine their forever homes! 💕

06/10/2025

The question every dog parents asks - "What does that mean?"

06/10/2025

☀️ GRFR Alum Zoey (formerly Sugar) ☀️

We love hearing about our GRFR alums, and Zoey’s story is too good not to share! 💛

Zoey came to her family the day before Christmas last year, and what a gift she turned out to be. This sweet mill mom rescue has blossomed into the happiest, most playful pup. She wrestles and chases with her big brother (whether he likes it or not 😉), soaks up the sunshine in the yard, and has officially claimed both the couch and the spare bedroom bed as her own.

Her family says she is “quite literally Sunshine on Earth” 🌞—and we couldn’t agree more.

We’re so grateful to see Zoey living her best spoiled-dog life, surrounded by love. 💕

📸 Share your GRFR alum in the comments—we’d love to see how they’re shining in their forever homes!

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Our Story

We are Animal Rescuers. We take in helpless, unwanted, homeless creatures without planning for selection. We are a quiet but determined army, and we are making a difference every day. Nothing is more rewarding than saving a life. No higher recognition than watching them thrive. There is no greater joy than seeing a puppy play, who only days ago, was too weak to eat. By the love of those who we have been privileged to rescue, we have been rescued. We know what unconditional love really is. We have seen it shining in the eyes of so many grateful little souls. We are animal rescuers. Our work is never done. Our homes are never quiet but our hearts are always full.

-Dedicated to GRFR – Author Unknown