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 and return the Adoption Questionnaire to Golden Retriever Rescue Inc 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 (Marley)
Eighteen month old Marley is a first for GRR. His family describes him as an Albino Goldie and as his photos show that description suits this young boy very well as his lack of pigmentation gives Marley a very different appearance from the Goldies that usually come into GRR’s care. While Marley previously lived in a single dog home he has settled well into his foster home with two Goldens, one senior and the other a youngster. He is now walking well on lead and was previously walked on a harness as a collar can cause irritation to this boy’s throat. Marley will assist you by placing his front feet in the car waiting for a boost but is happy to jump out of the car. While Marley travels well in the car he does not enjoy being left alone in the car even if only to refuel. Marley’s recall needs work, he is happy to meet people and other dogs and isn’t a digger or a barker......
Eighteen month old Marley is a first for GRR. His family describes him as an Albino Goldie and as his photos show that description suits this young boy very well as his lack of pigmentation gives Marley a very different appearance from the Goldies that usually come into GRR’s care. While Marley previously lived in a single dog home he has settled well into his foster home with two Goldens, one senior and the other a youngster. He is now walking well on lead and was previously walked on a harness as a collar can cause irritation to this boy’s throat. Marley will assist you by placing his front feet in the car waiting for a boost but is happy to jump out of the car. While Marley travels well in the car he does not enjoy being left alone in the car even if only to refuel. Marley’s recall needs work, he is happy to meet people and other dogs and isn’t a digger or a barker......
Rescue 2 (Luna and Sampson)
It is rare that GRR receives a pre loved dog with no issues but in Luna and Sampson GRR has received two gorgeous Goldens who would be the perfect addition to complete your family. Eight year old Luna (Gold) and seven year old Sampson (Cream) are the perfect match who complement each other with Luna being quiet and laid back and Sampson being a goofy upbeat boy. Sampson and Luna’s foster carers have been enjoying their time with these Goldies describing them as being the perfect guests. Well socialised with other dogs, Luna and Sampson love people and loved being loved. These dogs have been much loved and cared for all their life and it was a tearful goodbye when they came into GRR’s care. Housetrained, travel well in the car, walk well on lead, not diggers or barkers and well socialised. Luna ignores cats while happy Sampson just wants to play......
It is rare that GRR receives a pre loved dog with no issues but in Luna and Sampson GRR has received two gorgeous Goldens who would be the perfect addition to complete your family. Eight year old Luna (Gold) and seven year old Sampson (Cream) are the perfect match who complement each other with Luna being quiet and laid back and Sampson being a goofy upbeat boy. Sampson and Luna’s foster carers have been enjoying their time with these Goldies describing them as being the perfect guests. Well socialised with other dogs, Luna and Sampson love people and loved being loved. These dogs have been much loved and cared for all their life and it was a tearful goodbye when they came into GRR’s care. Housetrained, travel well in the car, walk well on lead, not diggers or barkers and well socialised. Luna ignores cats while happy Sampson just wants to play......
Rescue 3 (Ben)
No need to introduce Bentley – he is happy to introduce himself! Bentley is affectionately called “Big Ben” by his foster carers because although he is only 18 months old, size-wise, Bentley is most definitely on the bigger end of the Goldie spectrum. When he first came into foster care, Ben was very fond of barking to get attention, he has now learnt that barking is only for when there is something to bark at, and otherwise barking gets you nowhere. This bog boy is a bit rounder than he should be and he has recently had some success on his ‘weight loss journey’, which he will need to continue to ensure he can reach a healthy weight for his size and age.
Big Ben is a bundle of energy that needs to be channelled correctly. He thrives with a long walk in the morning and evening, ensuring he's at his best......
No need to introduce Bentley – he is happy to introduce himself! Bentley is affectionately called “Big Ben” by his foster carers because although he is only 18 months old, size-wise, Bentley is most definitely on the bigger end of the Goldie spectrum. When he first came into foster care, Ben was very fond of barking to get attention, he has now learnt that barking is only for when there is something to bark at, and otherwise barking gets you nowhere. This bog boy is a bit rounder than he should be and he has recently had some success on his ‘weight loss journey’, which he will need to continue to ensure he can reach a healthy weight for his size and age.
Big Ben is a bundle of energy that needs to be channelled correctly. He thrives with a long walk in the morning and evening, ensuring he's at his best......
Rescue 4 (Betty)
Four year old Betty came to GRR from a registered breeding facility. When she arrived into care Betty had to be carried from the car as she was very frightened and it took many weeks for Betty to decide that people are okay. Betty likes people so much these days that she wants to be close to them all the time. She is a very loving girl full of energy who is happy to be around other dogs and people.
Betty is learning to walk on lead and recently walked from the car to the veterinary hospital. Going through the surgery doors was scary for Betty but being the confident girl she is learning to be she did well and went off with the vet nurse for her vet check and surgery. Betty becomes very excited when she sees people and also when dinner is coming. This girl has a big bark but only when there is something to bark about......
Four year old Betty came to GRR from a registered breeding facility. When she arrived into care Betty had to be carried from the car as she was very frightened and it took many weeks for Betty to decide that people are okay. Betty likes people so much these days that she wants to be close to them all the time. She is a very loving girl full of energy who is happy to be around other dogs and people.
Betty is learning to walk on lead and recently walked from the car to the veterinary hospital. Going through the surgery doors was scary for Betty but being the confident girl she is learning to be she did well and went off with the vet nurse for her vet check and surgery. Betty becomes very excited when she sees people and also when dinner is coming. This girl has a big bark but only when there is something to bark about......
Rescues 5 (Hazel and Banjo)
This unlikely duo were born three days apart and are three years old. Banjo arrived into GRR’s care when his family were moving and could not find rental accommodation that allowed dogs. He arrived very wary of the people trying to reach out to him and was frightened of the lead. Hazel came from a Breeding Facility and while she has been in care longer than Banjo, this girl remains wary of humans. Banjo is now happy to meet people while Hazel remains aloof and has set up her comfort zone which is just our of reach of a stretched out arm. Hazel and Banjo’s carer can walk them but this is definitely something they do not enjoy.
Hazel needed to gain weight while Banjo needed to lose some kilos and both are now at a healthy weight and Hazel’s coat has improved......
This unlikely duo were born three days apart and are three years old. Banjo arrived into GRR’s care when his family were moving and could not find rental accommodation that allowed dogs. He arrived very wary of the people trying to reach out to him and was frightened of the lead. Hazel came from a Breeding Facility and while she has been in care longer than Banjo, this girl remains wary of humans. Banjo is now happy to meet people while Hazel remains aloof and has set up her comfort zone which is just our of reach of a stretched out arm. Hazel and Banjo’s carer can walk them but this is definitely something they do not enjoy.
Hazel needed to gain weight while Banjo needed to lose some kilos and both are now at a healthy weight and Hazel’s coat has improved......
Rescue 6 (Freddie)
Thirteen month old Freddie is described by his foster family as not having a mean bone in his body. He is your typical Golden pup who loves everyone including other dogs and cats. However cats are fair game if they decide to run. Freddie is a big lad and can be confronting for smaller dogs but this boy loves to play with his Golden foster brothers and requires a male or female of similar size to play with in his new home.
Thunder does not worry this boy as he loves to play in the rain during storms. While being the almost perfect family member Freddie does have a problem with driving in the car as his tummy can only handle 15 to 20 minutes before he becomes ill. However, a short drive to the beach results in Freddie having a great time as this boy loves the water. Walking on lead is a work in process and his recall is great except......
Thirteen month old Freddie is described by his foster family as not having a mean bone in his body. He is your typical Golden pup who loves everyone including other dogs and cats. However cats are fair game if they decide to run. Freddie is a big lad and can be confronting for smaller dogs but this boy loves to play with his Golden foster brothers and requires a male or female of similar size to play with in his new home.
Thunder does not worry this boy as he loves to play in the rain during storms. While being the almost perfect family member Freddie does have a problem with driving in the car as his tummy can only handle 15 to 20 minutes before he becomes ill. However, a short drive to the beach results in Freddie having a great time as this boy loves the water. Walking on lead is a work in process and his recall is great except......
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......