OCTOBER 2019

DON'T MISS OUR 2019 GOLDEN GALA
 
You've still got time to get your tickets and you won't want to miss
the best golden party of the year (yes, there will be goldens there)!
 
See below for all the impawtant information!
   
    
 
Celebrating the birth of the first Golden Retriever
150 years ago in Scotland
 
 
Saturday, October 26th
6:30 - 10:30 pm
Atlanta History Center
 
Join us for an elegant seated dinner, open bar
featuring our signature Goldentinis, silent and live auctions.
 
Special entertainment by Oscar the Singing Golden Retriever
and owner Pamela, who were featured on America's Got Talent.
 
Sponsorship includes a pre-party at the Atlanta History Center's Cyclorama.
 
All proceeds go toward rescuing homeless Golden Retrievers.  
 
Sponsorship and individual tickets available here.  
Donate an item for our silent auction here. 

ORPHAN OF THE MONTH 
 
Bonita  
     
               
Bonita rolling
Bonita eating 
Here I am back again with some more about me.  As I said before I am not a fan of
cats or little dogs or being in big crowds.  On the plus side, I do like dogs as big as me
or maybe even bigger!  They are fun for play time!  I have good house manners even
though I have to take some pills to keep me from having accidents.  They work really well
so no worries there.  My favorite exercise is when I get to chase squirrels and chipmunks. 
I guess it's a bad habit but it sure is fun!  I love my people but am not sure about
little kids. At 7ish years old I think older kids or just adults would suit me best. 
   
Click here to read more about me! 

ADOPTION DAY
 
Sunday, October 6th, 12 noon - 2 p.m. at 
4958 Lower Roswell Rd #124, Marietta, GA 30068
   

ASK THE VET 

Blue Pearl Pet Loss Support Group
 
Our beloved pets are dear to us, filling our hearts with unconditional love, companionship and joy.  When we lose them, it is very difficult.  We feel a void, sadness, grief.  But we are not alone.  BluePearl Georgia Veterinary Specialists understands and began offering a Pet Loss Support Group ten years ago where we can gather with others
and support one another. 
 
The meetings are informal, caring and compassionate.  Everyone who attends, whether mourning the loss of a pet, recently or in the past, in anticipation of loss, or preparing for euthanasia "gets it".  They understand how very special the bonds are that we share with our pets and how much the  love and connection are intertwined with the painful feelings of loss and grief.   
 
"Not only has the group given me hope again, but it's the first place I've ever really felt comfortable enough to talk openly and express my thoughts and feelings.  It's rather touching how compassionate and sincere everyone is to one another.  Just listening to others talk about their experiences, and interacting with people who genuinely care and understand how profound losing a pet can be, has made me feel a lot less alone.  I can only speak for myself, but from what I've heard and witnessed is that your group has been a saving grace for many, many others as well." - Lauren Y.
 
The BluePearl Georgia Veterinary Specialists Pet Loss Support Group is facilitated by Robin Chisolm-Seymour, an AGA Adopter and Volunteer.  She holds a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and over 30 years in the mental health care field and is a member of The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement www.aplb.org. 

The Group meets most Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 PM at the BluePearl Veterinary Specialists location in Sandy Springs.  There is no charge for participation.  Reservations can be made by contacting Robin at 770-642-3665 or email rchisolmseymour@yahoo.com.  She is happy to help.
 
BluePearl Georgia Veterinary Specialists
455 Abernathy Road, NE
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
404-459-0903

  

RECENT ADOPTIONS

AGA was very busy this past month with some amazing adoptions!  Here are some
of the new families that were formed in September.  Congratulations to all of our
pups who found their forever homes
in September.

 
 
Thomas, Knox, Joey, Cam, Johnathan, Tyler, Otter, Mina TD, Archie,
Goldie Locks, William Pup, Devin, Meghan Pup, Jasmine, Garrett,
Chasen, Archie Pup, Kate Pup, Harry Pup, Jack, Noah, Violet,
J Lo Pup, Henry, Salsa Pup, Goldie, Barbecue, Connor,
Taco Doodle Pup, Kabob Doodle Pup & Cardi B Pup

A HUGE thank you to all the volunteers, especially the foster families who helped
these orphans (and thank you to the flight volunteers who bring the Turkey dogs)
find their forever families!   
   

Looking for a reliable organization to help care for your Golden? 
Click through to meet AGA's preferred vets, dog trainer and boarding facilities.  
 
 

           



Too much Golden hair? 

AGA benefits when you buy 
Bissell  floor cleaning products.   Shop here  then enter the code "ADOPT" in the coupon or redemption box and select Adopt a Golden Atlanta for a chance for us to win a $5,000 drawing per quarter.
Shop at Kroger?
 
Put AGA as your charity and Kroger will make a donation. 
Just register your card for free  here using our NPO number 67180 and shop like usual to help support AGA.
 

Shop on amazon.com?

 

Before you start shopping for the Holidays, don't forget to use this link to get to Amazon and then shop like normal. AGA gets a donation from every dollar you spend while using our link.