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This is a partial list of the dogs we have available for adoption.  There is no guarantee how long each dog will remain available, but the list is typical of the dogs we normally have available for adoption.

 

RATHER THAN WAITING UNTIL YOU SEE A GOLDEN POSTED THAT YOU ARE INTERESTED IN, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU COMPLETE THE ADOPTION APPLICATION as soon as possible. THE APPROVAL PROCESS COULD TAKE SEVERAL WEEKS.  By the time your application process is completed, many of the Goldens you see on this web site will have been adopted.

 

We have dogs coming into SEVA GRREAT and being adopted out every week.  So, it is impossible to keep this list completely accurate.  Golden Days Open House is held each month.  Although no dogs are actually adopted out at these public events, it is an excellent way to see the dogs and talk to the foster family about each dog.  We cannot guarantee which dogs will be at the Golden Days Open House.

If you are interested in any of the dogs on this listing, please select the option "How to Adopt" on the left hand side of this page.

In order to adopt one of our Goldens, you must live in our service area, which is limited to Southeastern Virginia.  If you live elsewhere, we recommend you check the nationwide list of Golden Retriever Rescues, which is maintained on the Golden Retriever Club of America-National Rescue Society and Golden Retrievers in Cyberspace websites.

FENCED IN YARD - All dogs need a fenced in yard.  Active dogs need an area large enough to really run and stretch their legs.

SENIOR PROGRAM - Available for dogs 9 years and older.  This program allows dogs to be adopted with a reduced adoption fee.

This list was last updated on October 6, 2008

HONEY'S PUPPIES 1 female and 6 males, 6 weeks old

Honey is a beautiful and sweet 2-3 year old golden retriever who surprised us with a special litter of puppies. Honey came to us from a shelter, so we do not know what type of mix the puppies are for sure, but they look like Lab/Golden crosses at this point.  We have 6 males (2 black and 4 blonde) and 1 blonde female.   They are cute and cuddly.   They will need lots of supervision and time from their new families to housebreak and train them.  We are committed to finding them forever homes.  If you can provide a good home for one of these sweet puppies with everything a growing puppy needs, please apply.  Puppies will be ready for their forever home on 10/17/08, but we are accepting applications for home visits NOW! The $200.00 adoption fee includes first set of puppy shots and medical care until the point of adoption. 

***Note- we have received quite a few applications for the puppies and are no longer scheduling new application home visits, but are keeping a wait list!

 

BUDDY   12-year old neutered male

Here is BUDDY!  He is a very quiet senior dog, he can get up and down our stairs with no problems.   He loves to play with a tennis ball.  He is a very fast learner and got the hang of the doggy door in the first week he was with his foster home.   Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?!  Buddy is very loving and enjoys laying on a comfy dog bed.  He wants to be by your side and will follow you around the house.  He's on his way losing weight.  Goes on long walks, slowly, but loves those walks. Great with other dogs, and even lets his little foster sibling poodles chew on his ear and jump on him!   Consider adding this wonderful senior golden to your life!
DAISY 2-year-old spayed female
Daisy came to SEVA GRREAT from a shelter. When she arrived she was heartworm positive as well as being infected with ear mites and internal parasites. Her coat was matted and her nails were so long she could barely walk. Now look at her! She is a perfect and healthy dog, heartworm-free. She stands proudly at 85lbs, ready to take on anything! Daisy is a fine young dog. She does not have any destructive habits, and she no longer jumps up on people. She is not crated, because she shows no bad behavioral issues. She is excellent with children. She shows a little interest in other dogs but only briefly, in a curious sort of way. She also is very interested in cats but will quickly back away if the cat is threatening to her. Squirrels are for chasing up trees. Daisy would love to be in a family with children, any age. She rarely barks, and then only in times of high household activity, as if she wants to participate in the conversations. She is non-aggressive, eager to learn and to please. She knows "sit" very well and "stay" is coming along. Her foster parents are teaching her to walk with a leash. She tends to pull and be less obedient outside, especially when she sees a squirrel. An "Easy Walk" leash is most helpful in this situation. It would be best, therefore, if she had a fenced in yard with her family or an adult to walk her. Daisy loves to look out of windows. She will sit with her head on the windowsill and watch all that is going on with great interest. Be sure you have a lot of Windex on hand as she tends to smear up the windows! She is very curious about everything and everyone she comes in contact with. She is always smiling! Her favorite time is just to lie at your feet, knowing you're there for her. Please won't you consider giving Daisy a chance to look out your windows!
  

DODGER 8-year old neutered male

Dodger has a very thick, soft fur coat with a rich golden color.  He is very cuddly and nice to hug!  He is alert and spunky for an 9 year old guy!  He loves to play this with his foster family, including young children, and their two dogs.  Dodger requires a fenced yard (no electric fences please) if you are interested in adopting him.  His age only shows in a slightly slower run and a slowness on stairs.  Because of this, Dodger would love a ranch/one-level home or a setting where the main living area is on the first floor.  Dodger enjoys walks and car rides.  He is good with sit, down, and waiting in a down position until okay to get his food.  He is fully housebroken and can be left up to 9 hours inside without accidents. 

 

EMMA 10-12-year old spayed female

Emma is our miracle senior (10-12+years), who is looking for someone who desires a low energy, low maintenance sweetie.  When we first got her she was being medicated for seizures and on several meds for various old age maladies.  However, in the last 2 months Emma has improved dramatically!  After weaning her off most of her meds she has gained a new lust for life. She was actually seen chasing her tail one day!  Emma is housebroken as long as she goes out immediately after eating. She will let you know when she wants to come in. She does well in the house all day but would love someone to follow around.  Since gaining some energy back Emma has discovered the joy of getting in the trash.  We are working on it but are usually laughing too hard as she will knock over the trash can , get her head in, and then fall asleep.  A bit of Velcro on the lid has been helping that.  Emma is a bit slow to get up and sometimes will get stuck on a slick floor and require help. If she gets stuck she will let you know.  She has the sweetest eyes and can melt you with them.  Sometimes, she looks at you like she doesn't believe she deserves love and attention, but she most assuredly does, and gets a lot of it from her foster kids and family.  She gets along well with other dogs, kids, guinea pigs and cats don't bother her either.   This is a kind, gentle old girl who will add such joy to your life if given the chance.

GRACIE  7 month-old spayed female (Updated photo)
Gracie is wonderful 6 month old puppy, full of life and joy.  She is sweet, well mannered, and smart!  She plays with reckless abandon and has won over the hearts of everyone who comes in contact with her.  She loves to play outside and chase lightning bugs.  Sadly, Gracie was abandoned by a breeder.  She had corrective surgery by a vet in Richmond before SEVA GRREAT took her in for an anatomical abnormality which affected the way her kidney passes the urine to her ureters.  It bypassed the holding cell of her bladder and left her with problems controlling urination.  Now, Gracie's foster mom notes that she goes outside and goes "potty" on a regular basis like any good puppy but will dribble when she is taking a break from playing.  She wears a diaper on when she is in the house and when she falls asleep she is so relaxed she urinates in her diaper.  This only affects her urine continence; she is able to hold her bowels.  Gracie is under the care of our vets and NC State Hospital to provide her with the best possible solution.   In the meantime, Gracie is looking for a family with a special heart and the means to provide for her medical care as she gets older.  If you are interested in adopting her, we will discuss the particulars of her medical situation and needs. 

JAKE 1-year-old neutered male
Jake is a very sweet guy who SEVA GRREAT rescued from an animal control facility where he was picked up as a stray.  His hair is growing in nicely after he required shaving from his fur being so matted and dirty at the shelter.  He has done very well in a home environment and is great with even young kids.  He will pick up a stuffed animal or the like once and a while and walk off, but as soon as you get to him he will drop it.  He is housebroken.  He loves to lay in the hall bath downstairs on the hardwood with his head coming out into the hall to feel the cool air from the vent.  He walks well on the leash and loves walks.  He chased a foster family's cat quite a bit to start, but settled down some after a while.  He is the only dog currently in his foster home, and we recommend that he is an only dog, as he has been poorly socialized.  He is going to make a great family pet!

 

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