Grand Paws Retirement Acres, Inc.

29/03/2025

Izzy says, “Good afternoon! Or as I like to call it, pre-bedtime!”

28/03/2025

Honey the Golden Retriever and Aurora the Husky: two furry troublemakers bound by their love for treats and mischief! Friends for life... or until the next squirrel or Raven shows up!

25/03/2025

Hey there! Just wanted to share an update on Izzy. She's now 12 years old and we’ve finally kicked those pesky ear infections and yeast issues to the curb! She’s loving her special dog food and doing wonderfully on it. While she does have some age-related challenges, she’s really enjoying her life. I’ll try my best to get a cute video of her this week!

Our poor Izzy baby. She is 10 and has been dealing with allergies for so many years!! We ran out of her regular food so we put her on what we had for the other babies! Now not only does she have a yeast infection but an ear infection! She is miserable! We have all the appropriate medical supplies to attend to this situation - now it’s just time!!

A big thank you to Jessica Blain’s recent donation and put her on some of Lucy’s food. We will get this cleared up quick and try to get her back on Taste of the Wild!

Living remote has its difficulties as it’s not something that we can easily access being two hours from the nearest town!

If you’d like to donate to Grand Paws Retirement Acres, Inc. there are many ways:

Facebook (please note these donations are anonymous to me. This makes it impossible to send thank you notes out!)

Our PayPal link:

https://www.paypal.me/grandpawsretirement?locale.x=en_US

Our Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2RW6TWB49JMYH?ref_=wl_share

21/03/2025

Honey is basking in some red light therapy on her limping leg! At 14 years old, this golden retriever is basically on her spa day! We've gotta keep her feeling fabulous—she’s a diva, not a dog!

19/03/2025

We sure miss Lucy! She was an amazing Irish Setter!!

Lucy got to go do errands with me today!

19/03/2025

13/03/2025

Our Amazon wishlist is filled with essentials, and right now, we urgently need dog food and baking soda! Your support would make a tremendous difference for us. Any contribution you can make towards these items would be greatly appreciated!

02/03/2025

We sure miss this amazing girl! We were so blessed to have her in our life!

Lucy is the example of determination! I am vacuuming, all the beds are piled on couches and chairs. She got herself on top of the pile! You go girl! Irish setter at age 15 - Lucy!
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12/02/2025

Berry Bliss Frozen Hearts – Valentine’s for Dogs

Ingredients:

1/2 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) 🍓🫐
1/2 cup plain yogurt (unsweetened and unflavored) 🥄
1 tablespoon honey (optional) 🍯
Silicone heart-shaped molds or ice cube tray
Instructions:

In a blender or food processor, blend the mixed berries until smooth.
Add the yogurt to the berry mixture and blend again until combined. If desired, stir in honey for a touch of sweetness.
Pour the mixture into silicone heart-shaped molds or an ice cube tray.
Freeze for 3-4 hours or until the hearts are completely set.
Once frozen, remove the hearts from the molds and store them in an airtight container.
Storage: Store in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Benefits: These Berry Bliss Frozen Hearts are a fun and healthy treat for your dog this Valentine’s Day! Packed with antioxidants from the berries and probiotics from the yogurt, they help support your dog’s immune system and digestive health. A cute and refreshing way to show your furry friend some love!

11/02/2025

Honey is giving me the silent treatment ever since I interrupted her epic stroll! I guess she was deep in thought about the mysteries of the universe or just plotting her next snack break!

09/02/2025

Ruby the golden retriever has made it her life's mission to claim every inch of the couch as her personal throne. She’s a total sweetheart—if by "sweetheart" you mean a furry overlord who thinks the couch is a buffet of comfort just for her!

29/01/2025

Layla was my special girl! What a love!

Layla loving life in daddy’s arms! I cannot believe she has been with us almost two years!

16/01/2025

The life of the most tenacious dog I’ve ever known! Happy 14th birthday, or as I like to say, you’re officially 98 years young and still acting like a pup who just discovered peanut butter! You’re still as crazy and feisty as ever—who knew you could defy both time and a few house rules?

10/01/2025

Today, we interrupt our regularly scheduled programming at Grand Paws Retirement Acres to bring you breaking news: Honey, our resident golden ray of sunshine, will be officially 14 years young next week! That’s right, folks, our beloved golden retriever has graced this earth with 14 years of tail wags, sloppy kisses, and epic snack-stealing escapades. If that’s not worth celebrating, we don’t know what is!

First, let’s talk about Honey. She’s not just any golden retriever. No, she’s the Queen Bee of Grand Paws Retirement Acres (pun fully intended). Honey spends her days patrolling the grounds, making sure everyone—human and furry—knows who’s boss. Spoiler alert: it’s her. When she’s not managing her kingdom, she can be found napping in the sun, offering her belly for rubs (payment for services rendered), or giving us her patented "puppy dog eyes" to secure an extra treat or two… or ten.

At 14, Honey has mastered the fine art of aging gracefully. While the rest of us complain about grey hairs, Honey wears hers like a badge of honor, each strand telling a story of a life well-lived. Her wisdom is unmatched, and by wisdom, we mean her uncanny ability to hear a snack wrapper opening from three rooms away. Her joints may creak, and her snores might rival a freight train, but make no mistake, Honey’s spirit is as golden as ever.

To mark this monumental occasion, we’re throwing the paw-ty of the century. The guest list includes all her furry friends from the retirement acres, and yes, there will be cake (don’t worry, it’s dog-friendly). The highlight of the day? A photo booth complete with party hats, feather boas, and bow ties—because Honey wouldn’t settle for anything less glamorous. Rumor has it there’s even a "Best Bark" competition, but let’s be real, Honey’s got that one in the bag.

But beyond the party hats and pupcakes, today is about celebrating the immense joy Honey brings to all of us at Grand Paws Retirement Acres. She’s a reminder that every day is an opportunity to find happiness—whether it’s in a belly rub, a sunny patch of grass, or a piece of stolen bacon. Honey has a way of making everyone feel special, and it’s only fitting that today, we return the favor.

So, here’s to you, Honey! May your 14th birthday be filled with love, laughter, and all the treats your heart desires (don’t worry, we’ll keep count... maybe). Thank you for being the heart and soul of Grand Paws Retirement Acres. You’ve made our lives brighter, furrier, and infinitely better.

Happy birthday, Honey! You’re paws-itively golden! 🎉🍰



If you'd like to show Honey and the other pups some love, you can send a card or a gift directly to Grand Paws Retirement Acres.



Our mailing address is: PO Box 799, Delta Junction, Alaska 99737.



We are so thankful for your support—GPRA is a senior and hard-to-home dog rescue program and a resource to all pack owners.



Thank you!



Wagging tails and wet noses,

Grand Paws Retirement Acres Team

PO Box 799, Delta Junction, Alaska 99737

10/01/2025

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