Please welcome 25-035 Viva to GRR. She’s 10 years old and was found as a stray. Her owners were located; however, they didn’t want her back. The family who found her and gave her lots of TLC needed to find a better home for her as one of their other dogs was creating challenges that made it not a good place for Viva. They knew GRR was the best solution. Viva is in her foster home and we're learning so much about her. She’s a big cream puff of a Golden and we're thrilled that she's now part of the GRR family!

25-036 Brinkley joined the GRR family by way of the Austin Animal Center. The shelter contacted us to help a 2-year-old Golden Retriever who was picked up as a stray who had several medical issues. Brinkley had a microchip and her owners were contacted by AAC, but they had rehomed her and did not want her back. Sadly, she is also heartworm positive. Due to her eye-related medical issues, the shelter released her early to us as a medical rescue foster. Brinkley is with her foster family, recovering from several medical procedures, and is enjoying being a GRR girl for life!

25-037 Simba is an almost 4-year-old who was rehomed to GRR due to being left alone for 12+ hours a day while living in an apartment. Simba needed a better life and they felt GRR would find the perfect family for him. Simba is a smart boy and very loving and he is really enjoying the freedom to run around! Welcome to GRR handsome! We look forward to hearing good things as he settles in with his new Foster-Hope-to-Adopt (FHTA) family.

25-039 Louie is an almost 1-year-old who was rehomed because his former owner lives in an apartment and is gone most of the day; Louie’s needs were not being met. She knew he needed a better life than she could provide, a yard to run in and people to spend more time with him so she made the difficult decision to rehome him to GRR. Louie is with his Foster-Hop-to-Adopt family and we're looking forward to learning more about him.

Please welcome 25-040 Phoenix to GRR. This handsome boy is almost 2 years old; he will celebrate his 2nd birthday in June. He’s had a very hard life for one so young because his original owner was unable to care for him due to some significant medical issues. Sadly, that resulted in bad living conditions for Phoenix, but some very kind neighbors were able to obtain ownerwoship of him and surrendered him to GRR. Living up to his name, he hasn’t let his unfortunate past hinder his heart or his future. So far, we know he’s a handsome boy who loves people. GRR will ensure that he will flourish and will live a great life. Phoenix is with his foster family

25-041 Roxy Sage is a 3-year-old who came to us from a breeder in Scurry, Texas. She was intended to live life as a breeding dog; however, her body had other ideas. She had one litter and then did not get pregnant again, even after two more attempts. Fortunately, the breeder contacted GRR and of course we said that we would absolutely take her. She’s very nervous and timid and most things are new to her. We know that with time and patience she will flourish and live an amazing life. Roxy Sage will never live in a kennel or have to be afraid again. She is with her foster family who are giving her lots of time to decompress.  

Please welcome two lovely ladies, 25-042 Lily and 25-043 Liza, to GRR. They are both 3 1/2-years-old and were breeding dogs who are now fully retired from breeding and will enjoy their new lives as cherished family companions. We are also pleased to announce that their previous owner has retired and closed down their breeding program in Temple, TX. We are grateful she chose to rehome the girls through a rescue organization. As with most retired breeding goldens, we really do not know much about their personalities, but we do look forward to hearing great things about them as they settle into their new lives. Lily is with her FHTA family and Liza is in her foster home. We are excited to see these girls flourish in GRR’s care.

25-044 Milo joined GRR right at the end of the month so we don't know much about him yet, but we're sure he will be wonderful. He is a tad over 3 1/2 years old and is a handsome redhead. He's had two homes in his brief life and since his current owners have had him, their lives too have become extremely hectic with lots of coming and going and unpredictable schedules. They knew that Milo needs a calmer home with a consistent routine so that he can relax and know what is happening when so they rehomed him to GRR! Milo is in his FHTA home.

We have some really big news to share. On April 11th we welcomed back into GRR's care a very special girl, 24-063 Monet. Almost 10 months ago Monet came into our care as one of the Artist litter. She was placed in the care of a FHTA family and it was soon determined that it was not a good fit and that we needed to move Monet. The family refused to return her to GRR and that’s when our legal battle began.



Every applicant approved through GRR signs a Foster Liability Agreement that clearly states the dog remains the property of GRR (among many other things) during the foster period, until an adoption contract is signed and an adoption fee is paid. The family fostering Monet decided to challenge the validity of our agreement under the law. Our decisions were always made in the best interest of Monet and of GRR. We persevered because it was the right thing to do.

Monet is a happy and playful Golden girl who is with her foster family. We are thrilled to welcome her back!

Remington’s (Remi) 25-104 adoption is final! She was adopted by Jill on April 2nd and Jill could not have found a sweeter dog with which to go through life! with She needed a companion and Remi needed Jill! She will be spoiled rotten (just what we want!) Her forever mom is elated to give her the best life and is looking forward to spending their nights cuddling, being best friends, and more! Remi will be spoiled rotten! Congratulations to Remi and Jill!

Bradley Cooper 25-030 (aka Cooper) was adopted by Kelly and Matt on April 4th. Cooper landed in the best hands, and has the pleasure of two doggie siblings; Ruthie, a 3-year-old Golden and Chloe, a West Highland Terrier. Kelly and Matt say it is like he’s always been a part of their family! They can’t imagine life without him!

Our sweet Daisy, 24-118, found her forever home with Amy and Michelle and daughter, Vivienne on April 12th. Plus,she has a new fur-sister Posey. Amy and Michelle thought Daisy sounded so much like Posey thatthey just had to meet her. They took Posey and went to Daisy's foster home and totally fell in love with Daisy. She will have such a good life with them! They are taking things slow at the house, just like we know is best.  Let’s all give a big congratulations to this family! Enjoy your new loving home and family, sweet girl!

We are so happy to announce that Dillamond 24-125, aka Dilly,was adopted on April 18th by his FHPA family, Kelley and Doug! Dilly, who is part of the Wicked clan and who will now be going by Lucky, has been in their home for four months while he underwent heartworm treatment. He has settled in and come a really long way from the scared and timid boy he was when he first arrived in our care. He is getting along beautifully with all of the animals in the house, including the cat and the rabbit, and his family just adores him. Enjoy your new family Lucky! You are safe and loved and we can’t wait to hear all about this new exciting chapter!

We are over-the-moon thrilled to announce that Bella 25-011 found her forever home on April 25th with Justin and Judy. This sweet beauty lived a long life as a breeding dog until she came into GRR’s care. Their dog, Buster, was very happy to welcome Bella into the pack and he even made a “Welcome Home” sign for Bella! She is a special girl, and many thanks go to Patti, who loved and fostered her and helped to give her the confidence she needed for this new freedom!

What joyful news! Riley 25-028 found her forever home on April 23rd with Pat and, from the moment she met her new human, it was clear that this match was meant to be. Riley, with her fun-loving spirit, hilarious antics with her toys, and sweet serenades in the morning, has already brought so much laughter and love into her new home. She's a true character; affectionate, well-mannered, and always up for a walk or a cuddle. Her tail hasn't stopped wagging since day one, and we hear she's proving to be quite the quick study too! Her name will remain Riley, because honestly, it couldn't fit her any better. Thank you to Pat for opening your heart and home, and for understanding exactly who Riley is. Here's to many happy walks, toy-stuffed evenings, and musical mornings ahead! Congratulations!

Cooper 17-001, formerly known as Aries, was adopted on April 25th by Jan and Jim, his respite family. They knew this irrepressibly charming gentleman was meant to land with them, and he did, all while carrying his own leash! Cooper is a snuggle monster, loves playing with the water hose, and doesn’t let arthritis stop him from taking his people on a daily walk. Thanks to his devoted fosters who helped him get healthy again; he truly is living his best life. Congratulations to them all!

The Gold Ribbon Rescue newsletter is published monthly. Articles reflect the opinion of the authors and do not necessarily reflect GRR policy. Gold Ribbon Rescue an its Editor(s) seek to publish accurate material, but neither assumes responsibility in the event of a claim of loss or damage resulting from publication.

       Newsletter Editor: Dori Olsen

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