Rescuing Golden Retrievers & Golden Retriever Mixes Since 2003
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A Message from the Founder & Presidents | |
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Dear AGA Community,
As we embrace the crisp autumn air and the warmth of the upcoming Thanksgiving festivities, we wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. Your unwavering support and dedication to Adopt a Golden Atlanta continues to make a lasting impact on the lives of our beloved golden retrievers.
This fall, as the leaves change and we gather with loved ones, I am reminded of the incredible community we have built together. Your passion for our mission has created a haven for countless golden retrievers in need. The tireless efforts of our volunteers, donors, and supporters truly make AGA a home filled with love and compassion.
As we approach Thanksgiving, let us reflect on the joy these Goldens bring to our lives and the lives of their future forever families. It is with a heart full of thanks that we reach out to you, our AGA family, to ask for your continued support.
Our dogs often come to us in need of medical care, and your generous donations allow us to provide them with the necessary treatment. This November, we are launching a special campaign to raise funds for their medical expenses. Your contribution will directly impact the well-being of these deserving pups, ensuring they receive the care they need to thrive.
In addition to financial support, we are also in desperate need of fosters. Opening your heart and home to a golden in need is a truly rewarding experience. Fostering saves lives and plays a vital role in our mission to find loving forever homes for these wonderful dogs.
As we give thanks for the blessings in our lives, let's come together once again to make a difference in the lives of those who cannot speak for themselves. Your generosity, whether through donations or fostering, makes a world of difference.
Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving filled with warmth, gratitude, and the joy of knowing you've made a difference in the lives of our furry friends.
With heartfelt thanks,
Lauren & Patti
Co-Presidents, Adopt A Golden Atlanta
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Morning Funny:
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AGA Meet and Match Day
November 5th, 12-1:30 p.m.
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Come mix and mingle with our adoptable and loveable Goldens
at our next
Meet and Match Day at
Pet Lodge Pet Resort
Sunday, November 5th from
12:00 pm -1:30 pm.!
Want a sneak peek at who will be there?
Check out our current Goldens looking for a home just like yours here!
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Tips for a Happy, Healthy and
Humane Thanksgiving
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Yes, Thanksgiving is a special day, and while you might want to share some of your holiday feasts with your Golden, think twice about what it is. This article from the ASPCA outlines what you should avoid feeding your precious pooch (and a few things that you can).
On average, humans spend $185.80 or more to take care of a pet's upset stomach over the Thanksgiving weekend than on other days.
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Call for Fosters - Please help? | |
We are issuing an URGENT PLEA for Fosters. Our capacity is stretched and we need to create space for Goldens in shelters and those needing new homes. Becoming a foster could mean saving a life, and that's a legacy worth leaving! | |
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PHOTOS WITH SANTA!
SAVE THE DATE: November 19th
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Get ready to capture paw-some memories with Santa at Adopt A Golden Atlanta's festive Holiday photoshoot event! Huge thanks to our wonderful partners, Hotel Indigo Vinings, Barking Dog Bakery and Feed, and the talented Brian Dean Photography for making this day possible.
- Date: November 19th
- Time: 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Cost: $25 per family (all proceeds go to Adopt A Golden Atlanta)
No reservations needed—just show up and let the holiday magic unfold! Bring your furry friends and human family members for a joyful photo session with Santa. It's a fantastic way to create lasting memories while supporting a golden cause! See you there, wagging tails and all!
| Orphan of the Month: Pongo | |
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My family gave me up to AGA so I could find a new home. I am just too energetic for them. Anyone carrying a ball or a toy is my best friend! I know my house manners, and I am just 18 months old and I am a big guy at 66 pounds! I love to eat socks (don’t ask why) and to pull the stuffing out of toys. Once I ate a certain kind of dog food and it got stuck in my insides. Ugh, that was not fun!
The vet said I was a handsome boy but a little jittery on my first trip there. The second trip was better! I know how to stay in a crate (certainly not a fun place) and like the company of older kids.
Read more about me HERE!
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5 Golden-Friendly
Thanksgiving Recipes
Feeling inspired to feed your Goldens more than leftovers this Thanksgiving? Us too! We’ve done a little internet sleuthing and have compiled our top 5 favorite dog-friendly Thanksgiving recipes below.
Click here for some Golden-approved culinary inspiration!
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AGA Raffle:
Entries close on November 18
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Join the early Holiday fun and help us raise funds for a pawsitively good cause! Adopt a Golden Atlanta is hosting a Virtual Raffle, and you could win this adorable Christmas Sweater Dog!
Deadline: Entries close on November 18, and the lucky winner will be notified on November 19.
Don't miss out on your chance to bring home a furry festive friend just in time for Christmas while also supporting an amazing cause!
out of stock at most Home Depot stores
How to Enter:
- Venmo $5.00 for a single entry or $20 for 5 entries to @AGARESCUE.
- Make sure to include your name and phone number in the Venmo description so we can reach you if you win!
All proceeds from this raffle will benefit Adopt a Golden Atlanta, helping us continue our mission of rescuing and finding forever homes for golden retrievers in need. Your support means the world to us!
Let's make this Holiday season unforgettable while making a difference and raising money for our furry friends.
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Check Your Dog Once A Month on the 14th! | |
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Facts about Cancer in Dogs
Did you know that 1 in 3 dogs will be diagnosed with cancer? 50% of those dogs will die from cancer. In humans, there are 1.5 million new cases of cancer each year, but in dogs, there are 6 million new cases of cancer diagnosed each year. Dog cancer prevention is key to a long healthy life with your dog.
It is important that you start your fight against canine cancer and any other health issue from the day you bring your dog home. Checking your dog once a month for lumps and bumps or any abnormal behavior is key in the prevention of any health issue with your dog. We recommend doing it on the 14th of every month. Checking your dog will be a great little bonding time with your dog. If you are starting with a young dog, this time will also prepare them for their future vet wellness visits.
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Now how exactly do you do this?
Start at their nose and work all the way to their tail. Make sure you are in a familiar, low-key environment where you and your pet can do this without distraction. In other words, not during dinner time or when you expect the mailman to be buzzing by the house.
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Learn how to do a Full Check here
Download a Wellness Journal here
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Also, make sure you keep a journal of each of your
Check Your Dog days so you will have notes to
compare with should something arise.
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🐾 Dog Events in Atlanta 🐾 | |
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When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners who are as crazy about their pets as you, there’s no better place to Bring Fido than a dog event. Attend any of the dog shows, agility competitions, costume parades, festivals or fundraisers on our Dog Events Calendar and you’ll meet, hundreds maybe even thousands, of dog lovers. And since 70% of the events listed benefit humane societies, attending one is a great way to help homeless pets too.
Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet-friendly hotels in Atlanta.
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Tips for training your
Golden Retriever:
WHAT IS YOUR DOG SAYING?
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Barks, growls, howls, whines, and whimpers - your dog is talking to you, and he's got a lot to say! Is it a distress bark or a plea to play? What is the sound of pain vs. boredom?
Check out this article from The Whole Dog Journal to learn more about your dog's vocal communication.
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Blue Pearl Pet Loss Support Group | | |
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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, and grief. But we are not alone.
Blue Pearl Georgia veterinarian specialists understand and began offering a pet loss support group 10 years ago where we can gather with others and support one another.
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The group meets virtually on Zoom most Wednesdays from 7:00 pm to 8:00 PM. There is no charge for participation. Reservations can be made by contacting Robin at 404-308-8731 or emailing rchisolmseymour@yahoo.com. She is happy to help.
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Show your love for AGA by shopping at our AGA
Golden Store!
100% of the proceeds go to helping our Goldens in need!
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Show your support with a wide range of AGA t-shirts (some on sale too!) with lots to choose from - stay cool (and look cool) while sporting your support for your favorite org in ATL!
And why stop there? Check out more Golden Goodies while you are there....!
Check out our AGA Store today for one-of-a-kind items and if you're like us and love sale items, we have some of those too!
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Looking for additional ways
to support AGA?
Here are just a few ways
you can continue to help!
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If you would rather buy something specific that our dogs need,
look no further than our Amazon Wish List!
We've compiled a list of items like bowls, beds, and toys that our pups would love to have.
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Shop at Kroger?
Select AGA as your charity and Kroger will donate.
Register your card here using our NPO number 67180. From there, shop like usual to help support AGA (at no additional charge to you!)
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Walk your dog?
Don't just take your dog
for a walk -Take your
"Walk for a Dog!"
Visit wooftrax.com, download the app, and support AGA every time you walk your dog.
(Golden Retriever not necessary)
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You are the driving force behind AGA saving goldens. Honor a golden, memorialize a loved one, and help with AGA's medical expenses; every dollar counts, and no donation is too small! | | | |
Other Ways to Donate:
Venmo: @AGARESCUE
PayPal: Adopt A Golden Atlanta
Check: Adopt a Golden Atlanta | P.O. Box 420256, Atlanta, GA 30342-9998
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Looking for a reliable organization to help care for your Golden? Look no further!
Visit AGA's preferred vets, dog trainers, and boarding facilities
through the links below.
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Dog Boarding: Your dog's home away from home.That’s why Pet Lodge Pet Resort in Alpharetta is Metro Atlanta’s top choice for dog boarding. Choose from various accommodation types and fun-filled activities for your pets.
Dog Daycare: Exciting indoor & outdoor play! Over 20,000 sq. feet of outdoor turf, obstacles, toys, and pools for your dog to play. You have to see Pet Lodge Pet Resort in Alpharetta with your own eyes.
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Tenasity is Atlanta’s leading Canine Behavior Specialists. We excel at improving owner/dog relations while directly enhancing the lifestyle of the dog owner(s).
With over 21+ years of training experience, we have identified key characteristics in normal canine behavior patterns that have allowed us to create and implement a system that entails practical training methods which we guarantee will produce lasting results.
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Our 24-hour pet hospital is located in Sandy Springs just off of Roswell Road in Abernathy across from the Sandy Spring Tennis Center.
We serve much of Georgia and the Atlanta metro area, including Roswell, Woodstock, Marietta, Smyrna, Tucker, Brookhaven, Dunwoody and Alpharetta.
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