Meet Penzey. Penzey is an Extraordinary Golden because she hadn’t received any basic medical care such that she came to GRR anemic, was positive for hookworms, heartworms, erlichia and anaplasmosis. It took time to address each issue but today, Penzey is healthy, happy and enjoying life with her adopting family. Life is sweet for Penzey!This year alone we helped 23 dogs with exceptional medical and behavioral needs with our Extraordinary Golden Fund. By donating to the Tree Of Hope you are supporting our Extraordinary Goldens and every dollar counts. https://www.grr-tx.org/tree/
Meet Barney. Barney is an Extraordinary Golden because he had severe hip dysplasia from a birth defect and needed FHO surgery to correct this deformity. An FHO (femoral head ostectomy) is a surgical procedure that restores pain-free mobility to a diseased or damaged hip by removing the head and neck of the femur. Muscle holds the FHO in place. As Barney’s left hip was most severe, it was done first. After successful surgery and rehab, Barney is doing well and living the good life with his adopting family. At some point in the future, he will have an FHO on his right hip.This year alone we helped 23 dogs with exceptional medical and behavioral needs with our Extraordinary Golden Fund. By donating to the Tree Of Hope you are supporting our Extraordinary Goldens and every dollar counts. https://www.grr-tx.org/tree/
Don’t forget GRR’s Tree Of Hope is live and ready to be decorated. We are currently only at 73% of our goal 😔.If you already donated, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts 🙏🏽. This year alone we helped 23 dogs with exceptional medical and behavioral needs with our Extraordinary Golden Fund. By donating to the Tree Of Hope you are supporting our Extraordinary Goldens and every dollar counts.Help us finish decorating our tree. Let’s fill in those gaps with various levels of donations with presents, stars, balls, candy canes, angel dogs, lights, and because all Goldens are special, the Tree of Hope also lets you honor your own Golden with a special message. And the best part of decorating, there’s no clean up! Together, we all help make a significant difference. https://grr-tx.org/tree/
Decorate the Tree of Hope and watch your gift turn our tree into a bright light of hope and happy endings. It’s magical.All Goldens deserve a joyful life, especially those with extraordinary needs. In 2024, we have helped 23 dogs with exceptional medical and behavioral needs with our Extraordinary Golden Fund.By donating to the Tree of Hope, you are supporting our Extraordinary Goldens and every dollar counts. Together, we all help make a significant difference. Because all Goldens are special, the Tree of Hope also lets you honor your own Golden with a special message. Thank you for being a part of our mission, for supporting the Extraordinary Golden Fund, for making a difference to these very special dogs! https://www.grr-tx.org/tree/
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, all creatures were stirring, even a mouse.
The foster dogs were singing carols on high,as the resident cats let out a soft sigh.
The Goldens were nestled all snug in their beds,while visions of a furever family danced in their heads.
A Golden named Ollie and a Pom named Bear talked into the night,praying to God for a future so bright.
And then there was Centurion, who knows many tricks,hoping and praying for a permanent fix.
For Christmas will be here in a week or two,here at the foster homes with some work to do.
Merci is hoping for a home this year, W
while Cooper says the light at the end of the tunnel is near.
Riddle is curious and playful it seems, With lots to chew on including toe beans.
Rescue never closes, not even on Christmas Eve,we’ll drop anything for a Golden and will not leave.
I Love Lucy is high energy with wit, but also knows when to sit down for a bit.
Chester is at board and train, learning new skills, and Betty Boop shows off her toys for big thrills.
Olive just arrived, a little apprehension set in, but her foster rubbed her belly , and scratched her chin.
When Goldens are matched and people say, “I think this is the one,”We smile and say “our work here is done.”
On meeting day dogs perk up and wag their tail with glee, and the look in their eyes say “ME, ME, ME!”
A family is here to take them into their home,never again will they ever be alone.
A carpet, a couch or maybe a bed,They will sleep so soundly as they rest their little head.
The Gold Ribbon fosters are happy and sad,but we know the Goldens would not miss the life that they once had.
In a crate alone or running the streets,a loving person to lay at their feet’s.
Finally it happens, even on Christmas Eve,as they jump in their car and they start to leave.
With tears of happiness for a cause that we won’t stop,"Happy Christmas to all, and adopt, don’t shop!"
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You don’t need mistletoe to get kisses from Ollie! Ollie would love nothing more than to find his furever home for the holidays. This special boy is a handsome, happy, and fun-loving Golden Retriever with a heart full of love. While he enjoys occasional zoomies in the yard, he’s more of a cuddle bug who prefers to rest or snuggle rather than go for long walks. At 75 lbs, Ollie’s idea of the perfect day includes lounging with his favorite people, getting belly rubs, and being showered with affection. He’s incredibly loyal, forming strong attachments, especially to his favorite person, and thrives on human companionship. Visit our website to learn more about Ollie https://grr-tx.com/dog/ollie/
So you want to adopt a Golden from GRR? Visit our website for a more detailed description of our adoption process. And let's get a Golden into your home! https://grr-tx.com/adoption-process/
All Goldens deserve a joyful life, especially those with extraordinary needs. In 2024, we have helped 23 dogs with exceptional medical and behavioral needs with our Extraordinary Golden Fund.By donating to the Tree of Hope, you are supporting our Extraordinary Goldens and every dollar counts. Together, we all help make a significant difference. Because all Goldens are special, the Tree of Hope also lets you honor your own Golden with a special message. Thank you for being a part of our mission, for supporting the Extraordinary Golden Fund, for making a difference to these very special dogs. https://grr-tx.org/tree/
You guys are truly amazing! We raised a whopping $8800 for Kelce’s care! We thank you all from the bottom of our heart! This is what rescue is all about! Saving neglected and discarded Goldens and turning their lives around! From not putting weight on her leg for who knows how long, to going for a stroll on all 4 legs is a sight to see. Kelce still has recovering to do but because of you she’s on her way to having the golden life she deserves! #yourdonationsatwork
UPDATE on Kelce. Kelce is doing great from her fractured femur repair. She’s out of the dreaded cone and enjoying a bone . Her fur is growing back nicely and covers her scar. She limps a little but is slowly putting more weight on it. Kelce thought you’d like to see #yourdonationsatwork
🚨 We are $235 from our goal!!!Look at Kelce’s sweet, smiley face. She’s feeling good and is no longer in pain. Plus she’s loving her family. Kelce is enjoying cone-free life and taking short, slow leash walks several times a day to rehab her leg. She starts heartworm treatment on Nov 19 which is the final piece in her recovery. Kelce is $235 from our goal for her orthopedic surgery. Let’s do this and put Kelce over the top. Please visit Kelce’s #gofundme to make a donation. We appreciate everyone’s support! Thank you. https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-kelces-journey-to-recovery
PUPDATE🚨 Kelce had her 2week follow up visit with the surgeon today. Good news!! Kelce is making progress.
Post of visit:
Staples removed
Weight 47#
Appointment 11/18 for X ray
Continue confinement with brief breaks on leash.
Cone can come off!!! Unless we see her trying to lick her surgical site.
Triple antibiotic to site 3xd for a couple of days until scab comes off
Kelce can start slow, short walks 3-4 times a day. This girl has been such a trooper! We almost hit our goal! Thank you for all of your support! We can still use a little helping hand. Please visit Kelce’s #gofundme to donate! https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-kelces-journey-to-recovery
