Our Rescued Dogs
Overall, our Goldens and Golden-hearted dogs make wonderful pets and adjust well to their new families. Although it does happen, J&L rarely has “perfect” dogs in our rescue. We want our applicants to also know that rescued dogs come from a variety of backgrounds. Some dogs are older dogs, including well-behaved and cared for pets whose owners have become ill or died. Many rescued dogs will require continued behavioral work due to a lack of training, neglect, or abuse in the dog’s previous setting. A patient and loving owner can make all the difference. From experience, we know that these dogs with “endearing imperfections” can move forward, provided their new family gives them necessary guidance and direction. Love is crucial, but love alone is not enough. Boundaries must be set and rules must be established. Strong human leadership is mandatory. The joys of seeing these Goldens become the devoted and contented pets they were meant to be is remarkable.
Going one step further, J&L often takes in dogs that might appear “less adoptable” because of the physical conditions in which they have been found. We lovingly nurse the dogs back to health and find them homes that provide that extra TLC these dogs need.
Our adoption process begins when a homeless Golden Retriever or golden-hearted mix is brought into rescue. Each dog is first provided a medical assessment and any necessary treatment including spaying or neutering, heartworm treatment, and vaccinations. We begin evaluating each dog's personality and temperament from the moment they are welcomed into our rescue. We attempt to assess each dog's behavior with other dogs, children, adults, and other animals when available. We observe our dogs to determine their level of house training, crate training, leash skills, knowledge of commands, ability to ride in cars, activity level, and exercise needs. Then, we carefully select homes based on the needs of each individual Golden or Golden-hearted dog.
Owners of rescued dogs can share with you that often their “ideal” dog turned out to be the one that did not immediately catch their eye, but were receptive to the suggestions of J&L’s placement coordinators. At J&L, our goal is to match the dog’s needs with the best home among our approved applicants. We encourage our applicants to keep open minds in terms of their preferences.
Overall, our Goldens and Golden-hearted dogs make wonderful pets and adjust well to their new families. Although it does happen, J&L rarely has “perfect” dogs in our rescue. We want our applicants to also know that rescued dogs come from a variety of backgrounds. Some dogs are older dogs, including well-behaved and cared for pets whose owners have become ill or died. Many rescued dogs will require continued behavioral work due to a lack of training, neglect, or abuse in the dog’s previous setting. A patient and loving owner can make all the difference. From experience, we know that these dogs with “endearing imperfections” can move forward, provided their new family gives them necessary guidance and direction. Love is crucial, but love alone is not enough. Boundaries must be set and rules must be established. Strong human leadership is mandatory. The joys of seeing these Goldens become the devoted and contented pets they were meant to be is remarkable.
Going one step further, J&L often takes in dogs that might appear “less adoptable” because of the physical conditions in which they have been found. We lovingly nurse the dogs back to health and find them homes that provide that extra TLC these dogs need.
Our adoption process begins when a homeless Golden Retriever or golden-hearted mix is brought into rescue. Each dog is first provided a medical assessment and any necessary treatment including spaying or neutering, heartworm treatment, and vaccinations. We begin evaluating each dog's personality and temperament from the moment they are welcomed into our rescue. We attempt to assess each dog's behavior with other dogs, children, adults, and other animals when available. We observe our dogs to determine their level of house training, crate training, leash skills, knowledge of commands, ability to ride in cars, activity level, and exercise needs. Then, we carefully select homes based on the needs of each individual Golden or Golden-hearted dog.
Owners of rescued dogs can share with you that often their “ideal” dog turned out to be the one that did not immediately catch their eye, but were receptive to the suggestions of J&L’s placement coordinators. At J&L, our goal is to match the dog’s needs with the best home among our approved applicants. We encourage our applicants to keep open minds in terms of their preferences.
Surrendering You Dog
Surrendering a beloved family pet is a heartbreaking situation for anyone to find themselves in. At J&L Golden Retriever Rescue, we recognize that life changes and unexpected circumstances can happen to anyone, often leaving no alternative but to re-home the family pet.
Our goal is to assist dog owners in finding a loving home for their golden or golden mix, while remaining sensitive to how difficult a decision this solution for everyone involved. Although we would like to help all dogs, due to insurance and liability restrictions, we are unable to accept a dog with a history of aggressive behavior toward humans and/or other dogs or a dog who has a bite history. We may also have limited foster space available at any given time, limiting our ability to accept a dog.
If you have found yourself in need of help re-homing your Golden Retriever or Golden mix, please complete the intake form along with the authorization to release vet records. From that point, you will be contacted by a J&L intake coordinator who will be able to answer any questions that you may have and begin the intake process with you.
Our goal is to assist dog owners in finding a loving home for their golden or golden mix, while remaining sensitive to how difficult a decision this solution for everyone involved. Although we would like to help all dogs, due to insurance and liability restrictions, we are unable to accept a dog with a history of aggressive behavior toward humans and/or other dogs or a dog who has a bite history. We may also have limited foster space available at any given time, limiting our ability to accept a dog.
If you have found yourself in need of help re-homing your Golden Retriever or Golden mix, please complete the intake form along with the authorization to release vet records. From that point, you will be contacted by a J&L intake coordinator who will be able to answer any questions that you may have and begin the intake process with you.
We Need Your Help!
Donations are the only way we can keep our rescue in the black. Please consider supporting J&L and our sister rescue, SGRR, in the northeast, by making a donation.
Additionally, we need volunteers! If you can help transport dogs, do a home visit, take photographs of our dogs waiting for homes, and so forth, please consider volunteering with J&L!
Helping Dogs Go Home - Become a Foster!
Can you provide a safe and comfortable place for a homeless dog to stay for a few days, or a few weeks? J&L takes in many dogs who need a temporary place to stay while waiting for their forever homes, or while recovering from heartworm treatment. Watching a sad and frightened dog transform into a happy, healthy dog is a great experience. You will be helping a dog along the journey to a forever home, and you will also be saving another dog’s life by freeing up space at a kennel for another homeless dog. Fostering is a heartwarming experience - you don’t have to adopt to know the joys of rescuing a homeless dog. And it’s a great way to experience having a dog without a long-term commitment.
Here are the faces of some J&L dogs who have stayed with our cherished fosters:
Here are the faces of some J&L dogs who have stayed with our cherished fosters:
Should you wish to be considered as a foster parent for a homeless dog, and to learn more about fostering for J&L, please contact Lisa or submit a foster application. Thank you for considering becoming a foster parent to a rescue dog.
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Today I am thankful for the muddy paw prints in my
kitchen, the hair on my clothes, and the dog in my bed... Because, one day, all this will surely be missed. — Setavo |
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