Current Rescues
Golden Retrievers who are currently looking for a new family to call their own are listed below. Please click on each photo to find out more about them. If you are interested in one of the dogs please ensure you complete the Adoption Questionnaire before contacting us. It should be noted that GRR only rehomes dogs in NSW, the ACT and VIC.
*** Please note that this page contains only a small number of the rescue Goldies currently in care and looking
for new homes. Some of our rescues require only a minimal amount of time with a foster carer before they are assessed and ready to go to an
approved family, whereas other dogs may require extensive veterinary treatment or behavioural rehabilitation depending on the circumstances
from which they have come.
For these reasons GRR does NOT post every rescue Goldie on this page, in fact, the VAST majority of our Goldies
are rehomed to applicants already on the approved list who have been waiting for the right Goldie to come along. ***
Rescue 1 (Buddy)
Seven year old Buddy has been raised in a loving home and he and his owner would love to find him another home where he will continue to be surrounded with love and care. The ongoing health concerns of his owner mean that Buddy is not receiving the type of care he needs and while the decision to rehome Buddy is heartbreaking it is made with love.
Buddy has received training and he knows basic commands and walks well on lead, while his recall is a bit touch and go. He is well socialised with other dogs and while not a cat’s best friend he will tolerate being in the same room with them. He is very much an inside boy and sleeps inside at night as well as spending a few hours in the house while you are out for a couple of hours. Buddy travels well in the car and snoozes during thunderstorms. Buddy loves attention and he likes to......
Seven year old Buddy has been raised in a loving home and he and his owner would love to find him another home where he will continue to be surrounded with love and care. The ongoing health concerns of his owner mean that Buddy is not receiving the type of care he needs and while the decision to rehome Buddy is heartbreaking it is made with love.
Buddy has received training and he knows basic commands and walks well on lead, while his recall is a bit touch and go. He is well socialised with other dogs and while not a cat’s best friend he will tolerate being in the same room with them. He is very much an inside boy and sleeps inside at night as well as spending a few hours in the house while you are out for a couple of hours. Buddy travels well in the car and snoozes during thunderstorms. Buddy loves attention and he likes to......
Rescue 2 (Connor)
Nine-month-old Connor was removed from an intensive breeding establishment at around 3 months of age and found himself in a scary shelter environment. He was placed in foster care with shelter carers but spent his time hiding under tables and staircases. The shelter called GRR when Connor was 7 months old, because he had become so frightened of the world he could not go on walks, and was being carried if he had to leave his home. Connor came into foster care with GRR carers and their two GRR Goldies and it turns out, that two happy social goldies was just the thing that Connor needed to bring him out of himself and learn how to be a real Goldie puppy! Connor now enjoys daily walks with his foster goldies and although timid when he meets strangers. He will sit for treats and usually warms up if people are kind and gentle with him......
Nine-month-old Connor was removed from an intensive breeding establishment at around 3 months of age and found himself in a scary shelter environment. He was placed in foster care with shelter carers but spent his time hiding under tables and staircases. The shelter called GRR when Connor was 7 months old, because he had become so frightened of the world he could not go on walks, and was being carried if he had to leave his home. Connor came into foster care with GRR carers and their two GRR Goldies and it turns out, that two happy social goldies was just the thing that Connor needed to bring him out of himself and learn how to be a real Goldie puppy! Connor now enjoys daily walks with his foster goldies and although timid when he meets strangers. He will sit for treats and usually warms up if people are kind and gentle with him......
Rescue 3 (Sophie)
Four year old Sophie has been a much loved girl but a move to new premises and a job that requires many hours away from the home means that Sophie needed a new home and a family to love. The most important thing in Sophie’s life is that she lives quietly.
Early in her life Sophie was attacked at a dog park and this has resulted in Sophie being very cautious around other dogs and it takes time and patience to introduce her to other dogs. When out on a walk Sophie may bark, warning the other dogs that she is near. Sophie is also quite anxious in new situations and while in foster care is learning to be calm when meeting new people. Now, don’t get her wrong, Sophie loves people and she loves cuddles and she almost liked her bath and allowed a couple of people to work on her coat so she looked extra beautiful and even though she was stressed......
Four year old Sophie has been a much loved girl but a move to new premises and a job that requires many hours away from the home means that Sophie needed a new home and a family to love. The most important thing in Sophie’s life is that she lives quietly.
Early in her life Sophie was attacked at a dog park and this has resulted in Sophie being very cautious around other dogs and it takes time and patience to introduce her to other dogs. When out on a walk Sophie may bark, warning the other dogs that she is near. Sophie is also quite anxious in new situations and while in foster care is learning to be calm when meeting new people. Now, don’t get her wrong, Sophie loves people and she loves cuddles and she almost liked her bath and allowed a couple of people to work on her coat so she looked extra beautiful and even though she was stressed......
Rescue 4 (Orlando)
Two and a half year old Orlando (affectionately known as Lando) has not had the start to his life that all of us who love Goldies would care to hear.
This handsome lad is in foster care living with a Golden foster brother and two Golden foster sisters who do not put up with his antics of trying to dominate them. When Orlando meets other dogs on his daily walks his foster carer can never be sure of this boy’s reaction. At times he can be a tail wagging happy chappy and at other times Orlando can show that he is not keen to interact and will emit a low growl.
While Orlando may have the occasional lunge at other dogs while out walking he has never bitten nor has he been involved in an altercation with another dog. Given his less than ideal start to life Orlando tries to be......
Two and a half year old Orlando (affectionately known as Lando) has not had the start to his life that all of us who love Goldies would care to hear.
This handsome lad is in foster care living with a Golden foster brother and two Golden foster sisters who do not put up with his antics of trying to dominate them. When Orlando meets other dogs on his daily walks his foster carer can never be sure of this boy’s reaction. At times he can be a tail wagging happy chappy and at other times Orlando can show that he is not keen to interact and will emit a low growl.
While Orlando may have the occasional lunge at other dogs while out walking he has never bitten nor has he been involved in an altercation with another dog. Given his less than ideal start to life Orlando tries to be......
Rescues 5 (Summer)
Summer’s journey has been one of change and transformation. At nine years old, this lovely Golden Retriever found herself in need of a new family when her previous owner faced unforeseen circumstances and could not take her along to their new home. Since arriving in foster care, Summer has been thriving.
She has been vet-checked, vaccinated and had a tooth extracted along with a thorough cleaning. A petite Goldie, Summer is on a dedicated weight-loss journey that is showing great results. Summer is being given Antinol to support her joint health as she loses weight. While technically a senior, no one has told Summer that age can slow you down and she is becoming something of a pocket rocket in terms of games and she is learning the joys of chasing her younger foster brother and joining in the......
Summer’s journey has been one of change and transformation. At nine years old, this lovely Golden Retriever found herself in need of a new family when her previous owner faced unforeseen circumstances and could not take her along to their new home. Since arriving in foster care, Summer has been thriving.
She has been vet-checked, vaccinated and had a tooth extracted along with a thorough cleaning. A petite Goldie, Summer is on a dedicated weight-loss journey that is showing great results. Summer is being given Antinol to support her joint health as she loses weight. While technically a senior, no one has told Summer that age can slow you down and she is becoming something of a pocket rocket in terms of games and she is learning the joys of chasing her younger foster brother and joining in the......
Rescue 6 (Billy)
Billy’s start to life was everything it shouldn’t be for a Goldie. Born on and living for four years on an intensive breeding facility, Billy’s journey to becoming a regular Goldie has been long and has taken many dedicated people visiting him on a regular basis to show this boy what life is like when you are loved and cared for. This gorgeous golden boy arrived into GRR’s care terrified and unapproachable and seven months later has found that people are a source of cuddles and fun. He is walking on lead, travels well in the car, just needing a little help to get in. Billy is approaching people but can be hesitant at times, although he is always excited to meet you and does his very funny paw tap dance.
Billy has lived all his life out in the elements but is looking forward to being an inside dog and becoming part of a loving family......
Billy’s start to life was everything it shouldn’t be for a Goldie. Born on and living for four years on an intensive breeding facility, Billy’s journey to becoming a regular Goldie has been long and has taken many dedicated people visiting him on a regular basis to show this boy what life is like when you are loved and cared for. This gorgeous golden boy arrived into GRR’s care terrified and unapproachable and seven months later has found that people are a source of cuddles and fun. He is walking on lead, travels well in the car, just needing a little help to get in. Billy is approaching people but can be hesitant at times, although he is always excited to meet you and does his very funny paw tap dance.
Billy has lived all his life out in the elements but is looking forward to being an inside dog and becoming part of a loving family......
Rescue 7 (Alfie)
Two year old Alfie is described by his foster carer as being one of the sweetest Goldies who has been in their care. His personality and beautiful temperament along with his unique facial features earns him the title of “unique and ruggedly handsome”.
As a puppy Alfie suffered an auto immune disease known as Juvenile Cellulitis, more commonly known as Puppy Strangles, and after a visit to VSoS, Veterinary Specialists of Sydney, GRR is advised that there is no active dermatosis and the changes to this boy’s face are purely cosmetic and they are permanent. There is no treatment required as Alfie will remain unique for the remainder of his life. While in care Alfie has learnt to walk on a loose lead and come when called. He impressed his Specialist Vet with his calm demeanour and beautiful manners. This boy is currently sharing......
Two year old Alfie is described by his foster carer as being one of the sweetest Goldies who has been in their care. His personality and beautiful temperament along with his unique facial features earns him the title of “unique and ruggedly handsome”.
As a puppy Alfie suffered an auto immune disease known as Juvenile Cellulitis, more commonly known as Puppy Strangles, and after a visit to VSoS, Veterinary Specialists of Sydney, GRR is advised that there is no active dermatosis and the changes to this boy’s face are purely cosmetic and they are permanent. There is no treatment required as Alfie will remain unique for the remainder of his life. While in care Alfie has learnt to walk on a loose lead and come when called. He impressed his Specialist Vet with his calm demeanour and beautiful manners. This boy is currently sharing......
Rescue 8 (Chip)
Two year old Chip has been in foster care for several weeks and this handsome young chap has proved to be a wonderful house guest as he loves to play with the other Goldies in his foster home and is responding to his training really well. This boy is eager to please and quick to learn and both his loose lead walking and recall are improving but remain work in progress.
Chip loves to ride in the car, loves cuddles, loves playing with other dogs and doesn’t bother about the cat in his foster home. Chip barks when he becomes excited and when meeting new people as well as when the doorbell rings. However, Chip can be easily distracted from barking with a toy and his new family will need to keep working on these behaviours. When Chip is out and about......
Two year old Chip has been in foster care for several weeks and this handsome young chap has proved to be a wonderful house guest as he loves to play with the other Goldies in his foster home and is responding to his training really well. This boy is eager to please and quick to learn and both his loose lead walking and recall are improving but remain work in progress.
Chip loves to ride in the car, loves cuddles, loves playing with other dogs and doesn’t bother about the cat in his foster home. Chip barks when he becomes excited and when meeting new people as well as when the doorbell rings. However, Chip can be easily distracted from barking with a toy and his new family will need to keep working on these behaviours. When Chip is out and about......
Rescue 9 (Gemma)
Two year old Gemma came into GRR’s care a week before Christmas, just in time to enjoy her turkey dinner and Christmas stuffies. Gemma enjoys playing with her Christmas toys but she does not enjoy sharing her toys or anything else that Gemma decides is her property. This Golden girl has been much loved and spent much of her time with her family in a one on one situation and is very suited to this type of life where she is the centre of her family’s world. GRR is looking for a home for Gemma without another dog, where she has the company of people all day, every day. Gemma does enjoys playing with other dogs but there will not be a happy outcome if toys, balls or food are involved in a multi dog situation.
Gemma has previously lived with a cat and is house trained. She has received basic obedience training and will sit and drop with a roll for a tummy rub......
Two year old Gemma came into GRR’s care a week before Christmas, just in time to enjoy her turkey dinner and Christmas stuffies. Gemma enjoys playing with her Christmas toys but she does not enjoy sharing her toys or anything else that Gemma decides is her property. This Golden girl has been much loved and spent much of her time with her family in a one on one situation and is very suited to this type of life where she is the centre of her family’s world. GRR is looking for a home for Gemma without another dog, where she has the company of people all day, every day. Gemma does enjoys playing with other dogs but there will not be a happy outcome if toys, balls or food are involved in a multi dog situation.
Gemma has previously lived with a cat and is house trained. She has received basic obedience training and will sit and drop with a roll for a tummy rub......
Rescue 10 (Bella)
Two and a half year old Bella has been in foster care living with a family who has a Goldie and a cat. Bella was initially quite wary of other dogs but is growing in confidence and does not chase the cat preferring to bark. When Bella came into care it was noticed that she limped and x-rays have shown that one of her front legs is shorter than the other. Because of this issue Bella is helped out of the car, lifted down from the furniture and GRR has been advised that because of this issue there will be the likelihood of early onset arthritis, so Bella is currently on Antinol which she will need to continue taking for the rest of her life.
Before coming into foster care Bella had not been introduced to the big wide world of other dogs, people and loud noises. She is slowly becoming used to all these new experiences and while her first reaction is to bark at anything......
Two and a half year old Bella has been in foster care living with a family who has a Goldie and a cat. Bella was initially quite wary of other dogs but is growing in confidence and does not chase the cat preferring to bark. When Bella came into care it was noticed that she limped and x-rays have shown that one of her front legs is shorter than the other. Because of this issue Bella is helped out of the car, lifted down from the furniture and GRR has been advised that because of this issue there will be the likelihood of early onset arthritis, so Bella is currently on Antinol which she will need to continue taking for the rest of her life.
Before coming into foster care Bella had not been introduced to the big wide world of other dogs, people and loud noises. She is slowly becoming used to all these new experiences and while her first reaction is to bark at anything......