Online Auction Starts Today! | | |
Here’s a great way to show your support for the DVGRR dogs! Bid on our Celebrate the Red, White, and Blue Auction to win a great prize package! Auction closes at 4:00 p.m. Thursday (June 18th)
Click here for auction details.
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Item #1 Patriotic Pride
This all-American basket features a garden flag with a Golden proudly carrying the U.S. flag, a matching journal, beautiful Golden artwork, a cozy hand-hooked pillow (14” x 18”), and a festive hand towel with a flag-inspired paw print design. A handcrafted 6” cherry and oak wooden bowl (finished with high gloss urethane) made exclusively for DVGRR. The stuffed dog is for human loving (not a dog toy) and has a red/white polka dot and stars Velcro bow tie to use on your dog’s collar!
Your pup will enjoy a USA-themed stuffed bone-shaped dog toy and a tasty pack of dog treats. We’ve included 5 PA “Win a LATTE Money” scratch-off lottery tickets for an extra chance at some lucky winnings!
Click here to bid.
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Item #2 Giddy Up Cowboy
This red, white, and blue cowboy-themed basket is packed with unique treasures for dog lovers and patriotic souls alike. Welcome guests in true country style with a wooden Golden “WELCOME” sign perfect for indoor or outdoor display, along with a mason jar-shaped décor sign that proudly reads, “America, Land that We Love.” The kitchen towel set featuring a Golden in a cowboy hat and red bandana adds the perfect western touch.
The star of this basket is a stunning clutch by Kent Stetson, featuring a bold 3D bandana attachment. Handcrafted in the USA from luxury-quality, cruelty-free coated canvas, this piece includes a removable cross-body chain, clear vinyl inner pocket, and individually signed craftsmanship. Measuring 13" x 7.5" x 1", it’s the perfect blend of western flair and American-made style.
Your four-legged cowboy won’t be left out! The basket also includes a horse-shaped stuffed dog toy, a wooden Golden puzzle, NO-RAWHIDE dog chew bones, and a royal blue Max & Neo leash and collar set. Enjoy 5 PA “Win a LATTE Money” scratch-off lottery tickets for a little extra excitement and luck!
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Item #3 Sun, Sand & Sandy Paws
Whether you’re headed to the shore, lounging poolside, or dreaming of salty breezes and sandy paws, this basket brings beach vibes and Golden joy together in one unforgettable package!
Included in this beach-ready bundle: A custom blue DVGRR Frolicking logo beach towel, a premium SIC brand insulated jug engraved with DVGRR’s Maggie logo (triple insulation, wide lid, leakproof, swing handle, sweat-free), DVGRR Maggie logo Sea Bags wristlet (made from recycled sails), elegant Solares sea glass earrings, garden flag with beach-bound Goldens, and two melamine plates featuring dogs enjoying a pool day.
For your pup: Shepherd Boy Farms dehydrated minnow treats (sure to make tails wag), plush octopus dog toy, and durable rubber ball for endless fetch sessions in sand or surf. Topping it off: 5 PA “Win a LATTE Money” scratch-off lottery tickets to add even more sun to your day!
Click here to bid.
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Item #4 Sparkler Kisses & 4th of July Wishes
Perfect for summer adventures, coffee lovers, patriotic celebrations, and Golden fans alike, this basket is bursting with star-spangled charm and tail-wagging fun!
You’ll get a decorative sign (“Sparkler Kisses and 4th of July Wishes”), red Starbucks tumbler along with a bag of Starbucks coffee grounds and box of Green Mountain French Vanilla Keurig cups, and a patriotic Golden shopping tote. There are also plenty of Maggie logo items including keychain with dog-lover charms, baseball hat, car magnet (show your support everywhere you go), and dog toy.
Your pup will love the Yak dog treats along with a bright red Max & Leo collar and leash set and a blue polka dot Velcro bow tie. Finally, 5 PA “Win a LATTE Money” scratch-off lottery tickets to make all your wishes come true!
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Item #5 Cookies and Apple Pie
Nothing says summer celebration quite like homemade cookies, apple pie, and a little patriotic puppy fun! This basket is packed with baking essentials, dog-themed kitchen décor, and treats for both humans and pups alike.
Inside this deliciously fun package you’ll find:
From Pampered Chef: cookie sheet, cooling rack, and measuring spoons. Plus a reusable non-stick baking mat, sugar cookie mix and vanilla frosting with red, white and blue sprinkles for that patriotic bake-off, dog-themed dish towels (“I’m Just Here for the Fire Works”) and a black apron with red, white, and blue dogs so you can bake in style.
You pup with enjoy an apple pie dog toy as well as Lazy Dog brand Mutt Mallows banana-flavored dog treats! And if that isn’t enough, we also included 5 PA “Win a LATTE Money” scratch-off lottery tickets!
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| | | Challenge Match: Double It for the Dogs! | | |
This year’s Fund-A-Cause is in place to improve safety around the Special Care Unit (SCU) for dogs, staff, and volunteers. We had many generous supporters donate or pledge during the Gala in April to help underwrite the cost of improving the SCU play yard, entryway and walkway. Now you have the chance to double your donation, thanks to a $25,000 challenge match by Pat Kermes and Family!
Click here to learn more about this project and see photos.
The funds raised will go a long way to help us build needed cement retaining walls and walkways around the SCU as well as making many other improvements. Special thanks to Pat Kermes and family to enable donations to go even further for this important project.
As always, your donation is tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Click here to donate.
If you are interested in pledging for this project ($1,000 minimum), please contact Karen (karen@dvgrr.org or 717-484-4799)
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Calendar Contest: Time to Act
The Calendar Contest deadline happens July 15th, so it's time to act!
Our Calendar Contest is your chance to show everyone how great your dog is at the beach, for special holidays, or any day of the year. So keep taking those photos and enter the contest.
The submission deadline for our 2027 calendar is July 15, 2026.
Selection Process: For the large photos for each month, we print all submitted photos without the dogs' names, and the DVGRR staff votes for the photos they like. Winners are notified and asked to submit information about the dog and the photo. We will include every photo submission somewhere in the calendar.
In addition to photos, you can purchase your dog's birthday, gotcha, or memorial date as well. These dates will appear with your dog's name on the corresponding month.
Click here for contest rules and submission guidelines.
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Get Ready to Tee It Up!
Make plans now to participate in our annual Golden Golf Classic because this event is definitely "fore the dogs!"
This full day of golfing fun and great food happens on Fri., Aug. 7th at Foxchase Golf Club, Stevens, PA (just a short distance from Golden Gateway). Registration begins at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch and a 4-person scramble, shotgun start at 1:00. The day caps off with dinner in the Woods Pavilion. Click here for more details.
Tournament prizes include: hole-in-one, longest drive, closest to the pin. Register your foursome now ($700/foursome) includes greens fees, 2 carts, range ball, gift bag, lunch, dinner, and beer. Click here to register.
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Sponsorships Available
There are plenty of sponsorships available to help the money we raise during the Golden Golf Classic to do even more for the DVGRR dogs. Sponsorships are a great way to advertise a business or honor a special dog or person:
- Beverage Station sponsorship: $2,000 (2 available)
- Hole-in-One sponsorship: $1,000
- Tee Box sponsorship: $100.00
Thanks to our current sponsors:
Hudson & Company for sponsor our golf towel giveaway for each player!
Dinner Sponsor:
Anonymous – In honor of all DVGRR adopters, volunteers, and staff.
Lunch Sponsor:
Heck Construction, Inc.
Hole-in-One Sponsors:
Kay Stoltzfus – To honor my sweet Tawney
Tom Masano Auto Group
Tee Box Sponsors:
Kim and Bill Bleicher
“Fore From the Torban Five”
Cousy & Peg Kiebach – In honor of our Mandy
Cathy O'Brien - Fore the Love of Goldens. Love never ends! In memory of Riley Bear O’Brien
Darren & Carolyn Stocker - In memory of Lily & Lila
Benchmark Construction
Richard Maizell - In loving memory of Oscar and Sani, our Turkish rescued
Glenn and Meg Turner
Tyler Fichthorn Electric Inc. (x2)
Kevin Brewer - In memory of Cooper
Teresa Weaver - REMAX of Reading
Dumpster On Demand – 717-444-8747 Serving Central PA!
Zia Maria Italian Eatery
Click here for all the sponsorship details.
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Fall Fundraiser Reunion: Sat., Oct. 24th:
Join the Campout Fun!
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Join us for a tail-wagging adventure at our DVGRR Rescue Reunion Campout! Gather around the campfire with fellow alumni families, volunteers, and friends for a day filled with food, games, laughter, and Golden memories.
Enjoy delicious camp-inspired food, exciting raffles, fun-filled games for dogs and humans, and our crowd-favorite costume contest where campers and canines can show off their best outdoor, camping, or hilarious themed attire. From wagging tails to woodland trails, there’s something for everyone at this unforgettable reunion celebration.
Whether your pup is a happy camper, wilderness explorer, or chief treat inspector, come celebrate the joy of rescue, friendship, and the amazing dogs that bring us all together. Grab your flannel, pack your sense of adventure, and join us for a paws-itively fun day at camp!
It's not to early to RSVP or sponsor this event. Sponsorships include:
- Bark Ranger Sponsor ($500.00)
- Pack Leader Sponsor ($250.00)
- Trail Buddy Sponsor ($100.00)
- Camp counselor Sponsor ($25.00)
Click here to become a sponsor.
Thanks to our current sponsors:
Pack Leader:
Cliff & Heidi Torban: In honor of every past & present DVGRR adopter, and the staff that helped make it happen.
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New Bark on the Block
Somi came to DVGRR from a family who could no longer keep him due to their own medical issues. He is a handsome 4-year-old Golden who can be a little standoffish with new people at first, but once he gets to know you, he's super friendly and fun. He is extremely smart, knowing many commands, and figures new things out quickly. He loves food and will do just about anything for a treat. He does have a nervous side and can be barky in stressful situations. He loves people and will jump up to give hugs once he knows you; he may actually be a little too jumpy at times!
| Somi has fairly good leash manners and usually does well unless he sees another dog or person he wants to greet, then he may pull. He is a smaller boy only weighing around 50 pounds. He stills needs to be neutered, but once that is done, he will be available for adoption. | | |
Please consider a donation to our Cody Medical Fund to help offset the veterinary needs of dogs in the program. Click here to donate.
Please be sure to visit our Available Dogs page and learn about each of these dogs that's waiting for a new home.
Not every dog that is available for adoption will be featured on our website. Sometimes, we can match dogs to prospective adopters very quickly, so you won't see those dogs on the site. If you are interested in adopting a dog, be sure to visit the Adoption section of our website and complete an Adoption Application to be considered.
PA Kennel License #2291
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Canine Health: Lyme Disease
With summer in full swing, plenty of us our outside and spending time in areas that may have ticks, so be on the lookout for them as various tick species transmit various diseases, including Lyme Borreliosis.
Lyme disease only causes symptoms in five to ten percent of affected dogs, and the dominant symptom is lameness caused by joint inflammation. Affected dogs may also exhibit signs of depression and appetite suppression. More serious complications include kidney damage, and Goldens and Labs are two of the breeds in which this serious complication is more prevalent. Symptoms at the stage of kidney complications include vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, and increased thirst and urination.
Once diagnosed, Lyme disease is typically treated with a four-week regimen of doxycycline. Other antibiotics may also be used and longer courses of treatment may also be needed.
To prevent exposure to Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, check your dog's skin and coat for ticks every day and if found, remove them by hand and begin monitoring for symptoms. Also, talk to your veterinarian about recommended topical repellents and whether a Lyme vaccine may be right for your dog.
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