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At a Glance: August Highlights
🐕 Golden Giggles: A sweet video to make you smile
💛 A Message from Patti & Henry
⭐ Meet Maverick: Our Featured Adoptable Dog
🏡 July Happy Tails: Forever Families Found
💛 The Power of Rescue: Stories of hope, courage, and love
❤️ Heartworm Disease: Prevention, treatment, and helpful resources
🚨 New Rescue & Recovery Amazon Wishlist
🏠 Become a Foster Hero: Help a dog prepare for a forever home
💛 The Real Cost of Rescue: Medical needs and monthly giving
🐾 Featured Pup: Lilly
🛍️ Shop the Official AGA Merchandise Store
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Dear AGA Family,
Happy August!
As summer begins to wind down and many of us settle back into our routines, the need for rescue remains as strong as ever. Every week, dogs arrive at Adopt A Golden Atlanta in need of medical care, patience, and a safe place to land. Thanks to your generosity, we're able to continue saying "yes" to Goldens who deserve a second chance.
One of our greatest needs right now is foster families. Foster homes are the bridge between uncertainty and a forever home. They give dogs the opportunity to rest, recover, build confidence, and learn what it means to be part of a family again. Whether you can foster for a few weeks or a few months, you truly change a dog's future.
As the August heat continues, please remember to keep your pets cool, hydrated, and safe during outdoor activities. A little extra care goes a long way this time of year.
Henry and I are so grateful to every volunteer, foster, adopter, donor, and supporter who makes our mission possible. Whether you've opened your home, shared one of our posts, made a donation, or simply told someone about AGA, you've helped change a life. Thank you for believing in the Power of Rescue and for standing beside us as we continue helping Goldens find the loving homes they deserve.
Enjoy the rest of your summer, and thank you for being part of the AGA family.
Patti Dickey & Henry
President, Adopt A Golden Atlanta 🐾
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My name is Maverick Doodle, and I’m a 3-year-old Goldendoodle who is officially healthy, strong, and looking for my forever home!
When I first came to AGA, I needed a lot of medical TLC. But thanks to my amazing foster family, I’ve made incredible progress. I’ve finished up all of my medical treatments, and I’m proud to say I’ve reached a healthy 46 pounds!
I am a very sweet, affectionate “velcro” boy who loves nothing more than being close to my people. If you’re home, chances are I’m right nearby! At bedtime, I sleep peacefully loose in the room, happily choosing either the floor or the bed (and I’m smart enough to be easily trained to sleep wherever you’d prefer, as long as I can see you).
I’m fully house-trained, walk beautifully on a leash, ride great in the car, and am a gold-medal cuddler who takes treats very gently and nicely.
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👉 Interested in giving Maverick his forever home?
Learn more and apply by visiting his BIO.
| | Forever Families Found in July | | Love, patience, second chances, and so much joy. There is nothing better than seeing our Goldens head home with the families meant just for them. Each photo below represents healing, hope, and the beginning of a beautiful new chapter. Thank you to everyone who helped make these happy endings possible. | |
The Power of Rescue -
A Journey of Hope, Courage, and Love
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Our Power of Rescue storytelling campaign continues this month as we shine a light on another incredible dog and the journey that brought them to safety, healing, and love.
Each story reflects the heart of rescue, the resilience of the dogs we save and the compassion of the people who make their second chances possible.
Thank you for being part of this journey with us. 💛 Your support is the reason these stories can have a next chapter.
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❤️ Heartworm Disease:
What Every Dog Owner Should Know
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Hearing that a dog is heartworm positive can be scary, but the good news is that with proper treatment and care, these dogs can go on to live long, happy, healthy lives.
At Adopt A Golden Atlanta, we believe education is one of the best tools we have to help more dogs find loving homes. That's why we've created a dedicated Heartworm Disease Resource Center on our website. Whether you're considering adopting a heartworm-positive dog or simply want to learn more about prevention and treatment, this resource answers many of the most common questions.
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🦟 Protect Your Dog: Heartworm Prevention Tips
Heartworm disease is transmitted through mosquito bites, making year-round prevention one of the most important things you can do for your dog.
🐾 Give your dog a veterinarian-recommended heartworm preventative every month.
🐾 Schedule annual wellness exams and heartworm testing—even dogs on preventatives should be tested regularly.
🐾 Never skip a dose. Mosquitoes can be active year-round, even indoors.
🐾 Talk with your veterinarian about the preventative that's right for your dog's age, health, and lifestyle.
Prevention is simple, affordable, and far easier than treatment.
| 💛 Visit our Heartworm Disease Resource Center to learn more about heartworm disease, prevention, treatment, and recovery. Together, we can help more dogs receive the care, and the second chance, they deserve. | |
🚨 Every Rescue
Begins with the Right Tools
When a lost or abandoned Golden needs help, having the right equipment can mean the difference between a safe rescue and a missed opportunity.
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When a stray Golden is spotted or a lost dog needs to be safely recovered, every second counts. That's why we've launched our new Rescue & Recovery Amazon Wishlist, a dedicated list of supplies that helps equip our volunteers with the tools they need to safely rescue dogs in need.
From yard signs and humane capture supplies to other essential recovery equipment, these items make it possible for our team to respond quickly, safely, and effectively when a dog is in crisis.
💛 Every item purchased helps give a lost or abandoned dog the best chance of making it to safety.
🐾 Visit our Rescue & Recovery Amazon Wishlist today and help us be ready when the next dog needs us. Every purchase makes a difference.
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Be Golden HERO - Foster with AGA!
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Fosters Make it ALL Possible.
At AGA, our foster families are the heart of everything we do. They play a vital role in helping Goldens on their journey to a forever home. As a foster, you’ll welcome a dog into your home, offering love, patience, and basic training. You’ll help us learn more about the dog so we can find them their perfect home.
Whether you’re interested in being a short-term foster or opening your home permanently to one of our long-term residents, we’d love to have you as part of our foster family.
Ready to make a difference? Visit our dedicated Foster Page and read through some common FAQs and apply today!
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The Real Cost of Rescue:
Help Support Critical Medical Care 💛
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Every dog who comes through AGA needs care, and it adds up quickly. From basic exams to life-saving treatments, these are the real costs behind every second chance.
But here’s the powerful part: you can make an immediate impact.
🐾 $28 covers a Distemper vaccine
🐾 $50 covers heartworm prevention or a rabies vaccine
🐾 $65 funds a wellness exam or ear treatment
🐾 $100 helps cover grooming or a dental extraction
🐾 $205 supports critical bloodwork for senior dogs
🐾 $1,000+ can help save a life through surgery or heartworm treatment
🔁 Make Your Impact Monthly
By becoming a monthly donor, you ensure we can say “yes” to the next dog in need, without hesitation.
💛 $25/month = Vaccines for dogs entering rescue
💛 $50/month = Preventative care for multiple Goldens
💛 $100/month = Ongoing medical support for dogs in recovery
Every dollar goes directly toward healing, hope, and second chances.
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Simple Acts, Big Impact:
How You Can Help
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🐾 Visit Our Amazon Wish List – Send much-needed supplies directly to our dogs!
🐾 Visit Our Chewy Wish List – Help us stock up on food, toys, and essentials our Goldens need most!
🐾 Donate to help in our rescue mission – Help us care for our rescued Dogs and others facing medical challenges.
🐾 Volunteer Your Time – Join our amazing team and make a difference in Golden’s journey.
🐾 Honor a Beloved Pet – Add their name and keep their spirit shining on our Memory Wall.
🐾 Attend an AGA Event – Meet fellow dog lovers and support our mission through fun community gatherings.
🐾 Use iGive When You Shop Online – Choose AGA as your charity and turn everyday purchases into donations.
🐾 Walk with Wooftrax – Whether with your pup or a virtual one, every step earns funds for our Goldens!
🐾 Shop with Kroger – Connect your Kroger account to AGA and support us with every grocery run.
🐾 Spread the Word – Follow us on social media and share our posts to help more Goldens find loving homes.
🐾 Check for Company Match Programs – Double your impact by seeing if your employer offers donation matching.
🐾 Make a Tribute Donation – Honor a special person or pet, and we’ll send a thoughtful card or certificate.
Every action you take helps us rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Goldens in need. Visit www.adoptagoldenatlanta.com to learn more and get involved!
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Shop the Official
AGA Merchandise Store
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We've made it easier than ever to show your Golden pride and support Adopt A Golden Atlanta!
We're excited to announce the launch of our official AGA online merchandise store, featuring apparel, accessories, and AGA-branded gear for every dog lover. Whether you're looking for a new t-shirt, a gift for a fellow Golden enthusiast, or something to wear at our events, you'll find plenty of ways to represent the rescue you love.
💛 Every purchase helps increase awareness of our mission and supports the work we do to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Golden Retrievers in need.
🐾 Show your AGA pride, spark conversations about rescue, and help more Goldens find loving homes!
Visit the AGA Merchandise Store »
Shop Here!
| | You are the driving force behind AGA saving goldens. Honor a golden, memorialize a loved one, and help with Heartworm treatment; every dollar counts, and no donation is too small! | | | | |
Other Ways to Donate:
Check: Adopt a Golden Atlanta | P.O. Box 420256, Atlanta, GA 30342-9998
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Looking for a reliable organization to help care for your Golden? Look no further!
Visit AGA's preferred vets, trainers, and boarding facilities
through the links below.
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🐾 Training, Play & Confidence at Zoom Room Sandy Springs
We're proud to partner with Zoom Room Sandy Springs, offering positive reinforcement training, agility classes, enrichment activities, and socialization opportunities that help dogs build confidence while strengthening the bond with their humans.
🐶 Learn more about Zoom Room Sandy Springs and discover classes and activities for every dog.
Learn More about Zoom Room Today
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Dog Boarding: Your dog's home away from home. That’s why Pet Lodge Pet Resort in Alpharetta is Metro Atlanta’s top choice for dog boarding. Choose from various accommodation types and fun-filled activities for your pets.
Dog Daycare: Exciting indoor & outdoor play! Over 20,000 sq. feet of outdoor turf, obstacles, toys, and pools for your dog to play. You have to see Pet Lodge Pet Resort in Alpharetta with your own eyes.
Visit Pet Lodge Today
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Keep Your Best Friend Safe with Fi
We're proud to partner with Fi, the maker of one of the world's smartest dog collars. Designed with your dog's safety and wellness in mind, Fi combines live GPS tracking, health and activity monitoring, escape alerts, and long battery life, giving pet parents added confidence whether they're at home or on the go.
🐾 Learn more about Fi and discover how their innovative products help keep dogs safe, healthy, and happy.
Learn more about FI Today
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Trusted Training Support for Your Pup: We’re proud to recommend Peach on a Leash, an Atlanta-based dog training company dedicated to helping dogs and their humans build stronger, happier relationships through positive reinforcement training.
Whether you’re working on basic obedience, behavior challenges, or helping a newly adopted pup adjust to their forever home, their experienced trainers provide compassionate guidance and proven techniques.
Visit Peach on a Leash to learn more about their training programs and resources.
Visit Peach on a Leash Today
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🐶 Training Starts with Trust
We're proud to partner with Dogma Dog Care, where positive, reward-based training helps dogs build confidence, strengthen their bond with their families, and develop lifelong skills. Whether you have a new puppy, a recent rescue, or simply want to reinforce good manners, Dogma offers expert training to help every dog thrive.
🐾 Learn more about Dogma's training programs and discover how they can help you and your best friend succeed.
Learn more about Dogma Today
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🏥 Advanced Specialty & Emergency Care When It Matters Most
We're proud to partner with Veterinary Specialists of Greater Atlanta (VSGA), an independent, veterinarian-owned specialty and 24/7 emergency hospital providing advanced care when pets need it most.
From emergency and critical care to surgery, internal medicine, oncology, and more, their expert team is dedicated to helping pets heal and thrive.
🐾 Learn more about VSGA and the specialty services they offer.
Learn more about VSGAToday
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If something doesn’t seem right or a link looks suspicious, please contact us directly before giving. We’re committed to keeping your support, and our community, safe.
Suspicious solicitations can be reported to INFO@ADOPTAGOLDEN.COM.
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