(GGRLC) Grateful Golden Retriever Rescue Low Country

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Grateful Goldens has not verified and makes no warranties about the statements provided about posted dogs. These dogs are not part of the rescue therefore GGRLC assumes no responsibilities for the health or temperament of the dogs listed. Please contact the person listed to discuss the dog.

Please Note: If you are interested in possibly adopting one of these wonderful Goldens we require a completed adoption application (found on the adoption page) to start the process. We get many, many calls and applications and to facilitate the process we must have an application before contacting you. Thank-you and we look forward to working with you to find the right Golden for your family.

King is a sweet 6 year old boy who was rescued from a very poor living situation. He was chained to a tree and infested with hundreds of fleas when we received a call from the authorities asking if we could take him. Fortunately with the help of a great volunteer we were able to get him the next day.

Here is an update from his foster Dad:

Dr Hewitt fit us in today and over all King is in pretty good health, but is HW pos and they agree he is around 6 yrs old. He has a growth or cyst on the back of his neck that has burst and will need to

be removed. They gave him an antibiotic for it and recommended that he put some weight on before the neuter and the cyst can be removed at the

same time. He has lost a lot of hair and has skin problems, but both are probably caused by the fleas so we will watch both and see if they improve. He weighs 50 lbs. They think he should weigh about 75. He has been a champ through this whole day and never even flinched with all of the poking and prodding at the vet. I think he just loved being touched and petted.

Update: King has finished his HW treatment and is ready for a family to call his own.

Lady was rescued from an animal control facility where because of her age and condition she had no chance of leaving. Picked up as a stray we don't know what her life was like before but it is so hard to believe that someone could let this sweet girl get in such horrible shape. She is so obese that when we first got her she could barely walk. Couple that with a nasty skin infection, horrible mats and an eye infection she was miserable, yet in true Golden spirit she was so happy to see our volunteer.

Once we whisked her out of animal control she was off to the Vet. She is double what she should weigh at 100 pounds. We had her thyroid tested and she does have low thyroid so she has started on medication for that. All of her blood work, checking her kidney and liver function, was fine so we were able to start her on antibiotics for her skin and urinary track infections. Amazingly she is heartworm negative!! Next of course was a spa treatment to get rid of all the filth and mats. She loved her bath and we have found she likes water so swim therapy is in her future. Her foster Mom reports that within a few days of starting her meds she is doing awesome. She is wandering around the house checking things out and is increasing her walking distance daily. With TLC this lady will return to a happy girl and will make some family very happy. We will post an after picture soon.

Mac is a 1-2 year old boy who was picked up by animal control. He had a severe injury to his right leg and the paw was almost severed. The shelter staff rush him to the Vet and amputation was the only option to save Mac. But he needed more than that as he is heartworm positive. He quickly became a favorite of the staff and they couldn't bear to see him not make it out of the shelter because of his surgery and then being heartworm positive. Fortunately they contacted us and he is in a loving foster home starting his treatment. He gets along fine on 3 legs and is just a joy to have around. He will be ready soon.

Update: Mac has finished his heartworm treatment and this handsome and loving boy has his bags packed and is ready for a family of his own. No cats please!

Murphy is a 9 year old boy who was surrendered by his owners who had taken him in after his people had died. Once they got him they realized they could not give him what he needed and called us. He has settled in his foster home with kids, dogs etc and you would never think he hadn't been there all along. He has the classic Golden personality and the gentleness of Old Gold. He is truly a dollbaby and anyone would be lucky to add him to their family.

Laci is a beautiful 5 year old golden girl who was a stray that found herself at the shelter. The ladies at the shelter called us immediately and one of our volunteers dropped everything to pick up this lovely girl and get her into a foster home where she got a nice bath and good brushing. She is up-to-date on her shots and she is scheduled for her spay. Once she recovers from her spay we will start her heartworm treatment since she has tested positive for heartworm.

Update from Laci: "My name is Laci, and I'm a lovely, very soft-natured lady who's favorite things are rolling in the grass and sleeping on my back. I am quiet, very well-mannered, get along with the cat and dog in my foster home, and I love everyone I meet. I am leery of other dogs until I get to know them. I have learned basic obedience from my foster Mom and I always "sit" before crossing a street. Safety first is my motto! I have been spay and will be treated for heartworm soon. I enjoy a quiet environment and would love to be in a home where I would get special attention, kind gentle hands, fur-ever love, and have a chance to share my beautiful heart."

Charlie is a two year old big boy who is sweet and loves all other dogs. Charlie needs an active couple who has the time to devote to him and who will continue to reinforce his training. He has been in an in-house training program donated by his former parents and has done very well. He needs to go to a home with a fenced-in yard where he can get plenty of exercise while his people are at home and someone who will take him on hikes and long walks.

Hannah is a wonderful 10 year old girl looking for a home. She was turned in by her very sad owner due to health issues.

Hannah is up to date on shots and healthy. We will be getting her fully vetted this week and she should be ready for her new furever home.

Update: Hannah has been fully vetted now and has her bags packed and is waiting patiently on her furever family!

Reeves, a 3-4 yr old red boy, was found at a rural manufacturing plant that was shut down for maintenance. The people who found him held him for several weeks because they couldn't imagine someone wouldn't be looking for this beautiful boy. When no one claimed him, we were called. He has obviously been someone's pet in the past -- he has good house manners, loves to chase tennis balls and gnaw on chew bones, and walks very well on the leash. He is very playful with his foster siblings but is calm overall. His favorite spot is next to you being petted. He has been vetted, but unfortunately he is heartworm positive so we will be starting his treatment shortly.

MacGruber is a sweet 1.5 year old mix. He is very friendly and seems to love everybody. He is currently enjoying playday everyday and gets along great with other dogs. He has us guessing whether or not he likes cats. He is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations and we will have him heartworm checked this week.

Update: MacGruber is finished with his heartworm treatment and his bags are packed!!

Update From MacGruber's Foster:

MacGruber is the MOST affectionate, smart, fun-loving dog. I have been working on basic commands with him every day and he can consistently sit, shake, lay down, and stay and is only getting better....SO eager to learn. He gets along well with most dogs unless they are the obnoxious greeter type. He is crate trained and very quiet and well behaved when in it.

Mudd Budd is my name and having fun is my game!! I'm a handsome 3 year old that has been an outside boy but that has come to an end since I came into rescue. I'm learning all kinds of new things like being in air conditioning (YES!!), getting brushed, learning my basic commands and house manners. It's not easy but my foster Mom and Dad say I will become the awesome Golden I was meant to be. I love their farm and I have lots of dog friends to play with. Here's a picture of me in my previous life and my foster Mom will send the rescue a new picture as soon as I take a break from playing. Gotta go, lots of smells and things to check out on the farm!!!

Update: Hi, it's me, the Budd boy! My foster Mom told me that I tested positive for heartworms. Bummer!!! She said I better enjoy playing now because when I start my treatment, it'll mean the Buddster will be having some mandatory R&R!!!

Sophie is the name my foster Dad gave me because he wanted me to feel beautiful. It isn't so easy right now since someone shaved my coat and did a horrible job! I feel so naked right now, but my foster Mom and Dad say I'm beautiful inside and out and my beautiful golden coat will grow back. I'm a sweet, mature female of 8 to 10 years young. I'm a low maintenance girl who loves cuddling with her people and playing with a ball. I'm looking for a relaxed home environment where my people will shower me with love and I promise they will get lots of love in return. If you think your home is the perfect one for me, please contact me. I'd love to hear from you!

Brett is a 5 to 6 year old girl and is very sweet. Her family tried everything to keep her, but finally realized they were no longer able to care for her. She has settled into her new foster home and gets along well with her new foster brother and sister and any other dogs she meets. She did test positive for heartworms so we will start her heartworm treatment soon. Other than needing to add a few pounds and get some good nutrition to make her coat shine, she is a healthy girl. She will begin her heartworm treatment shortly.

Missy is a classic fireside Golden girl who, for some reason, ended up in a shelter. She is 10 years young and looking for a nice home where she can enjoy her retirement and live a glorious golden life of leisure. Missy will provide excellent companionship and much Goldie love in return. She is taking applications for a forever home and would love for you to send yours in for consideration.

Update: Missy tested positive for heartworms so she will begin her heartworm treatment after she recovers from her spay.

Update: Missy has recovered from her spay and is getting ready to start her heartworm treatment.

Say hello to 6 babies we just bailed out of the shelter. Thankfully the shelter called us as soon as they came in and we pulled all of them just as fast as we could get there. There are 3 healthy boys and 3 healthy girls who have had their first round of shots and we are in the process of getting all vetted. We will post updates. Estimated age to be 7-8 weeks.

Update: The pups are thriving and enjoying life. They are approximately 10 weeks old now and they have their bags packed for their journey to their forever homes!!

Owen was found roaming the countryside with a toy in his mouth. When no one came to claim him, we were contacted. When he went for his initial vetting, we found a huge tumor on his lower stomach. We have had the tumor removed and received a clean pathology report. Unfortunately, he is heartworm positive, and will start his treatment once he recovers from his surgery. This sweet boy is about 6-8 yr old and is very laid-back but also enjoys playing with other dogs. He is enjoying having people to love and all the toys he can carry!

Sunshine is a beautiful blonde girl that was found as a stray and, when no one came for her, the caring people at Animal Control called us. Her coat was so full of tight mats that she had to be shaved down to remove them all. Now stylishly attired in a Grateful Goldens t-shirt to protect her tender skin from the sun, her tail never stops wagging and she never tires of attention. She is estimated to be about 4 years old, has great house manners and loves playing with the other dogs in her foster home. Unfortunately, she is heartworm positive, so we will be starting her treatment soon.

Ginger: This pretty red girl is estimated to be about 4 years old and is very sweet and well behaved. She gets along fine with her foster sibling and is a quick study when it comes to commands and housetraining. She seems to ignore cats on her daily walks with the family, but squirrels are a different story!! Unfortunately, she is heartworm positive and will start her treatment when her spay surgery heals.

Gabby - Gabby is a 8 year old blonde girl who was rescued by some good Samaritans as she was about to wander onto the busy highway. Gabby is extremely sweet and affectionate. Gabby is looking for her seeing eye family as SHE IS BLIND. She is good with other dogs and cats and loves everyone she meets. She is UTD on vaccinations, heartworm negative. It is not for sure if she has a spay scar, but doing a surgery was not possible until her skin clears up and she puts some weight on. When she returns to the vet for her checkup we will check her again for a spay scar. Gabby will probably do well in a home with another dog to help be her eyes.

Truman:This handsome boy is as sweet as he is handsome! Estimated to be 6 months old, he is very well-behaved and laid-back for a pup so young. He's very smart, too - he mastered "sit" and "down" in just 2 days! We will be scheduling his neuter shortly and then he'll have his bags packed!!

Izabella found herself at the shelter when she was found roaming around not too far from the shelter. She is a sweet, affectionate 3 year old Golden girl who loves attention and playtime. She is enjoying herself in her foster home playing with her foster Golden brothers and sisters. She has displayed some thunderstorm fear but just wants to be near you for some comfort. She is HW positive and will start her heartworm treatment after she is spay.

Update: Bella has been spayed and is now ready to start her heartworm treatment.

Darcy is a beautiful, approximately 3 year old girl who was a stray picked up by Animal Control. Luckily the shelter called to let us know she was there and one of our volunteers dropped everything to go get her. Darcy is doing great in her foster home with a Golden foster brother and sister to play with. She is up to date on shots, microchipped but has tested positive for heartworm. She will be spay soon and once she has recovered we will begin her heartworm treatment.

Update: Darcy has been spayed and will begin her heartworm treatment shortly.

Daisy is a beautiful blonde girl who found herself in the shelter when someone decided they didn't want her anymore. This young girl, with an unusual short tail, is only about 6-7 months old and is loving life at her foster home with all her foster Golden brothers and sisters. Daisy's foster Dad says, "Daisy continues to get more comfortable here and is really blossoming. She is a perpetual motion machine but what a cute one she is. She is a funny girl and a joy to have around but will need time devoted to her training as she apparently has had no socialization at all nor has she ever known what it's like to be in a house. With some consistent training, the reward will be one phenomenal little girl who will be an absolute joy!" She is up to date on her vaccines and she is heartworm negative! Daisy is scheduled for her spay soon and once she recovers she will have her bags packed and ready for her forever home.

Update: Daisy has been spayed and she has her bags packed and ready for her forever home!!

Raven is a beautiful 4 yr old who is as sweet as she is beautiful. Her coat is a little rough right now, but we've trimmed all the mats and with lots of brushing, which she enjoys, she'll be silky in no time! She's up to date on her vaccinations, spay and heartworm negative.

Angel is a beautiful 4 year old girl who is loving the Golden Life! Her foster sister has been showing her the ropes of being an inside, pampered golden and she's a quick study!! She was very timid at first but she is conquering her fears and enjoying walks downtown and even trips to the river! She is up-to-date on her vaccinations, heartworm negative and has been spay. Her bags are packed for her next adventure!

Blanton is a very sweet 7ish year old red boy who found himself residing in a high kill shelter when no one came to claim him. As you can see he is an extremely thin boy and will need to eat high quality puppy food to get the needed calories to gradually gain a few pounds. Blanton is UTD on vaccinations and was recently neutered and recuperating in his foster home with his foster sibling Gabby. Once recovered entirely from his neutered he will be re-tested for heartworm. If you would like to support dogs like Blanton with his medical expenses please check out our home page and sign up for the upcoming Kerry Mensching Memorial Tee Off for Goldens. All proceeds are used for the medical needs of sweet and deserving Goldens like Blanton who need their second chance at a happy and loving life.

Ruby is a 3-4 year old red beauty that wandered into someone's yard but they were not able to keep her. After being in two different homes, this well-behaved girl has come in to rescue to find her FOREVER home. She is up-to-date on shots and heartworm negative. Ruby had a mammary tumor that has been removed but she is very anemic and will need some time to gain some strength before we can have her spay. In the meantime she is enjoying life at her foster home and is being a lovely Golden girl who is capturing everyone's heart! We will post an update soon.

Pappy and Mister: These 2 handsome guys are Pappy and Mister, father and son, 11 and 6 yrs old respectively. They both have great house manners and while Pappy is very outgoing, Mister is a little shy. We'd love for them to go to a home together, but if that's not possible, Mister in particular would probably do best in a home with another dog. Both are up-to-date on vaccinations, heartworm negative, are neutered, and have their bags packed.

Sassy is a beautiful 6 yr old. Thanks to her foster family, including her golden foster brothers, she's learned to enjoy toys, romps with the family in the backyard, and rides in the golf cart. She is loving the Golden Life!! She is spay, up to date on vaccinations, heartworm negative and has her bags packed!